Senior International Captain

Senior International Captain

This role has been designed as "Onsite" with an expectation that you will primarily work from an HPE office.

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Job Description:

The Senior International Captain commands Gulfstream G600 international flights under FAA Part 91 from the Houston base. This role requires an experienced, safety-focused leader to manage international flight planning, operational decision-making, regulatory compliance, and crew mentorship while delivering premium executive air transportation services.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) of the Gulfstream G600 on international missions, exercising operational control consistent with company policy and FARs applicable to Part 91.
• Lead flight planning for long-range and oceanic operations, including fuel/payload/performance calculations, weather analysis, and overflight/landing permit coordination.
• Coordinate dispatch, crew scheduling, ground handling, and in-flight operational decisions to ensure safe, efficient missions.
• Conduct and document pre-flight and post-flight inspections and ensure aircraft airworthiness in coordination with Maintenance and the Chief of Maintenance.
• Maintain and demonstrate currency through recurrent simulator training, proficiency checks, and company-required checks for the G600.
• Mentor and train crew members in Crew Resource Management (CRM), Safety Management Systems (SMS), emergency procedures, and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Interface professionally with executives, clients, international authorities, handlers, and vendors.
• Participate in safety programs, risk assessments, and continuous operational improvements.
• Support recruiting/onboarding and provide subject-matter input on vendor selection and operational strategy when requested.

Minimum Requirements

• FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate.
• FAA First Class Medical Certificate (current).
• Valid passport and ability to obtain necessary international visas/permits.
• Minimum total flight time: 6,000+ hours (minimum)
• Minimum multi-engine jet time: 4,000 hours
• PIC experience in international operations and long-range multi-crew aircraft.
• Thorough familiarity with FARs applicable to Part 91 operations and ICAO standards for international flights.

Preferred Qualifications

• Business large cabin, long range, international GVII/600/500, GVI/650, or similar Gulfstream type command experience.
• Instructor/evaluator credentials (check airman, TR/FE experience).
• Additional certifications such as A&P or advanced safety SMS training.
• Multilingual skills relevant to destination regions.
• Experience supporting VIP/client-focused executive flight operations.

Training, Currency & Company Policy Notes

• Pre-employment background checks, verification of employment history, drug/alcohol screening, and reference checks consistent with company policy.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong knowledge of safety management systems (SMS), human factors, risk mitigation, and CRM.
• Proficiency with Electronic Flight Bags (EFBs), flight planning software, FMS operations, and modern avionics systems in a multi-crew environment.
• Excellent communication, leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to operate in high-pressure environments and adapt to varied international operations/logistics.

Work Environment & Expectations

• Based in Houston, TX. Extensive international travel with variable hours, overnight stays, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to handle extended duty periods consistent with company policies on fatigue management.
• Must be able to perform pre/post flight inspections that may require moderate physical activity and mobility.

Additional Skills:

Accountability, Action Planning, Active Learning, Active Listening, Bias, Business, Coaching, Communication, Computer Literacy, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Data Analysis Management, Data Collection Management (Inactive), Design Thinking, Empathy, Follow-Through, Growth Mindset, Intellectual Curiosity (Inactive), Long Term Planning, Managing Ambiguity, Personal Initiative, Policy and procedures, Process Improvements {+ 5 more}

What We Can Offer You:

Health & Wellbeing

We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.

Personal & Professional Development

We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.

Unconditional Inclusion

We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.