Corporate Pilot

Charlotte, NC – Full Time

About the role

As a Corporate Pilot, you’ll be part of our Aviation Operations team working as an on-site employee at Stanley Black & Decker, a global leader with iconic brands including DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, and HUSTLER®. Join a diverse and high-performing team of approximately 48,000 professionals worldwide, contributing to innovative technology and sustainable business practices.

Responsibilities

• Review the maintenance status of the aircraft.
• Validate trip details prior to departure.
• Conduct proper pre-flight inspection in accordance with the Aircraft Flight Manual.
• Ensure the aircraft is airworthy, registered, and all required documentation is onboard.
• Check weather and applicable NOTAMs; determine fuel, oil, and oxygen requirements.
• Make decisions to start, delay, or cancel flights and deviate from planned routes when necessary.
• Ensure all flight-planning requirements are met.
• Maintain currency and proficiency in assigned Flight Department aircraft.
• Complete all trip paperwork accurately per company procedures.
• Operate the aircraft per Standard Operating Procedures and within aircraft limitations.
• Conduct flights in accordance with Stanley Black & Decker policies, FAA regulations, and international regulations.
• Ensure the safety of all passengers, aircraft, and crew.
• Provide a Passenger Safety Briefing to all passengers.
• Deliver excellent customer service to passengers and crew.
• Ensure flights are not commenced or continued if crewmembers are incapacitated due to injury, sickness, fatigue, or psychoactive substances.
• Comply with schedules and directives governing aircraft operation.
• Complete post-flight duties, including notifying the Company of deviations to planned itineraries or overnight locations.
• Record flight times and report known or suspected aircraft defects to management and maintenance personnel.
• Ensure all aircraft documents, checklists, publications, and databases are accurate.
• Coordinate with the Director of Aviation and Director of Maintenance regarding mechanical repairs and operational status.
• Report known or suspected FAA violations or incidents to the Chief Pilot promptly.
• Report acts of unlawful interference to the FAA or State authorities and designated local authorities.
• Report hazardous weather or flight conditions to appropriate ATC facilities.
• Notify appropriate authorities of any aircraft accidents by the quickest means and preserve flight and cockpit voice recorder data.
• Remain knowledgeable of pertinent areas of the Flight Operations Manual (FOM).
• Ensure compliance with Customs, Immigration, and cabotage laws.
• Conform with nonstandard environmental rules and procedures at departure and destination airports.

Requirements

• Total flight time: 3,000 hours.
• Pilot in Command (PIC) time: 1,500 hours.
• Multi-Engine Land (MEL) time: 1,500 hours.
• MEL PIC time: 500 hours.
• Turbo Jet time: 500 hours.
• Instrument time: 250 hours.
• FAA First Class Medical required.
• Must be able to work on an on-call basis.
• Primary residence within a 90-minute drive from CLT (Charlotte, NC).

Qualifications

• Type rated on DA7X (preferred) or comparable aircraft.
• Extensive international experience (preferred).

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental, life, vision, and disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and personal days.
• Tuition reimbursement and access to learning resources (e.g., digital learning portal, Lean Academy, online university certificates).
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and partner programs.
• Well-being programs and support.

Additional Opportunities

• Career growth within a global company with 60+ brands and multiple career paths.
• Diverse and inclusive culture with mutual respect for varied perspectives and experiences.
• Opportunities to give back through volunteerism, community engagement, and sustainable business practices.