Gulfstream G550/G600 International Captain

Los Angeles-based Part 91 Flight Department seeking a qualified G550 / G600 Captain.

Reports To: Director of Aviation | Lead Pilot

Primary Function:

The International Captain functions as the Pilot-in-Command (PIC) of the aircraft on both Domestic and International missions. The Captain has direct responsibility for the safe operation of all aircraft assigned to him/her. The Captain is responsible for compliance with applicable company policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and local, federal, and State regulations. S/he has responsible for the safety and comfort of all passengers and crew, as well as the timely operation of the flight.

Essential Roles, Responsibilities, & Accountabilities:

• The International Captain functions as the PIC of his/her assigned aircraft. The International Captain reports directly to the Director of Aviation | Lead Pilot. S/he is responsible for supervising his/her crew and commanding his/her assigned aircraft. When acting as PIC, the International Captain has final authority and responsibility for ensuring the safe conduct of the flight.

• The International Captain determines that all flight and ground operations comply with federal, local, and State regulations.

• The International Captain analyzes weather conditions and airspace information with the Co-Pilot and Relief Pilot (if assigned), making decisions regarding potential risks, risk mitigation, potential delays, rerouting, and/or flight cancellations. The International Captain coordinates with Scheduling to arrange alternate airport logistics (ground transportation, accommodations, etc.) for executive passengers if the flight schedule is altered during a trip.

• The International Captain is fully qualified to operate the flights to which s/he is assigned. S/he holds an appropriate and current airman’s certificate and specific training authorizing him/her to serve as PIC. The authorization to act as an appropriately trained and qualified PIC will be designated in writing by the Director of Aviation | Lead Pilot.

• The International Captain ensures that s/he is physiologically and mentally prepared and capable of performing assigned duties on the flight schedule to the highest degree of safety and ‘fitness for duty’ standards as defined in the Flight Operations Manual (FOM) or approved partner manual(s).

• The International Captain maintains the highest levels of professional standards in travel and industry settings.

• The International Captain, performing as a flight crew team member, strives to deliver the highest level of ‘customer service excellence’ to executive travelers and guests.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

• Must be type rated with international experience on one or more of the following: Gulfstream G550, G650, or G600.

• Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate and type rating on each Company aircraft assigned; Good physical health and the ability to maintain an FAA First Class Medical Certificate required.

• Five (5) years of Domestic and International experience as a captain in a corporate aviation setting. Extensive turbine flight experience with 5,000 hours total flight time and a minimum of 2,000 hours multi-engine turbojet required.

• Non-commutable - willing to relocate or live within 2 hours of KVNY (Van Nuys airport).

Compensation:

$315,000 - $360,000 base salary + benefits