Corporate Pilot
All Aviation Jobs · Portsmouth, NH · 1 mo ago
ManagementFull-time
About the role
The Corporate Pilot ensures that company aircraft operations are conducted efficiently and to the highest safety standards. The candidate must fulfill company‑specified requirements while adhering to applicable Federal Aviation Administration regulations and other governing authorities.
Responsibilities
- Manage all aircraft operations safely and efficiently in compliance with the company schedule and federal, state, and local regulations.
- Maintain required pilot and medical certificates.
- Complete annual flight training and proficiency checks as necessary for assigned duties.
- Determine appropriate actions to ensure the safety of passengers and company property.
- Perform pre‑flight duties to assess feasibility and safety of assigned flights.
- Initiate actions to start, delay, or cancel assigned flights as needed.
- Assess when to deviate a flight from its planned route or destination based on operating conditions.
- Maintain aircraft flight documents and personal flight logs to the highest standard.
- Adhere to Safety Management System (SMS) requirements.
- Develop detailed flight plans, optimize routes, and manage fuel usage for business travel.
- Conduct thorough checks of aircraft systems, engines, landing gear, and navigation equipment.
- Follow FAA and international aviation laws, ensuring all flights meet safety and operational standards.
- Coordinate with maintenance teams to keep aircraft air‑worthy and compliant.
- Implement in‑flight safety protocols, address passenger needs, and provide clear flight updates.
- Maintain accurate flight logs and report any issues or incidents to the appropriate parties.
- Assist passengers throughout the flight, including handling baggage that may require heavy lifting.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and work experience preferred.
- Five years of aviation‑related experience, with a minimum of two years in an on‑demand flight environment.
- Previous corporate flight experience preferred.
- Gulfstream G550 and/or G650 type rating preferred.
- Minimum of 6,000 total flight hours with commensurate jet experience.
- Ability to travel worldwide without restriction.
- Valid passport required.
- Must maintain a first‑class medical certificate.
- Residence within 90 minutes of the domicile.
Benefits
- Competitive remuneration.
- Annual incentive plan bonus.
- Healthcare coverage.
- Range of employee benefits.
- Employment with an innovative, forward‑thinking organization.
- Outstanding career and development prospects.
- Company culture that emphasizes integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation.
Schedule
Flex schedule with on‑call duty. Must reside within 90 minutes of the domicile and be able to travel worldwide without restriction.
Work Environment
- Ability to lift 40 lb without assistance.
- Exposure to fluctuating temperatures (hot/cold).
- Loud noises from equipment or machinery.
- Rapid flashing lights.
- Various outside weather conditions.