Captain/Pilot

About the role

The company built on breakthroughs. Join us.

Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in material science. For more than 160 years, Corning has applied its unparalleled expertise in specialty glass, ceramics, and optical physics to develop products that have created new industries and transformed people’s lives. We operate a fleet of Falcon 900EX EASY and Challenger 850 aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Work with other flight crew members to ensure the safe operation of Corning aircraft during day-to-day operations.
• Maintain a high degree of proficiency and thorough knowledge of the procedures and systems in the aircraft along with all aviation advancements and training requirements for an IS-BAO approved operation.
• Determine that the aircraft is airworthy in accordance with FARs and Corning’s policies and procedures by completing the appropriate preflight inspections.
• Become familiar with existing and forecast weather prior to each flight.
• Aid in the handling of aircraft, passengers, and baggage at terminal points, lifting required.
• Interface with passengers and company personnel in a professional and courteous manner.
• Additional duties assigned by the Director of Operations or the Chief Pilot.

Requirements

• 1500 hours and Commercial with instrument and multiengine ratings
• Current FAA First class medical
• Valid US passport
• Two-year college degree or equivalent job experience
• Clean FAA/DOT/DOJ records

Preferred Qualifications

• 2500 hours and ATP
• 500 hours turbojet experience
• Experience in multi-pilot crew aircraft while utilizing CRM.
• CL-65 type rating or DA-EASY type rating.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with multiple yearly bonus opportunities
• Assigned/requested days off
• Health and dental insurance
• 401K with company match and paid vacation
• Program in place for upgrade to Captain as soon as minimum requirements are completed.

Pay

$153,939.00 - $211,667.00 assuming full time status.

Schedule

Extensive domestic and some international travel
Company paid relocation to within one hour of the Elmira-Corning Regional Airport (KELM)
Work schedule varies dependent on Corning’s current requirements and flight schedule and may include weekends and company holidays.

Soft Skills

• Good interpersonal skills
• Good communication skills
• Team oriented

Travel and Work Requirements

• Extensive domestic and some international travel
• Company paid relocation to within one hour of the Elmira-Corning Regional Airport (KELM)
• Work schedule varies dependent on Corning’s current requirements and flight schedule and may include weekends and company holidays.

Benefits

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well.
• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning’s total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.
• We offer a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.