AVIATION CAPTAIN II

The Kroger Co. • Cincinnati, OH

5d

About The Position

Function as the pilot-in-command on company aircraft, taking direct responsibility for the safety of passengers and flight crew. Perform general department duties when not flying. Ensure all flight and ground operations comply with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and company policies. Maintain a high standard of professionalism, airmanship, and personal conduct, and demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

Requirements

• Valid Airline Transport Pilot Multi-Engine certificate.
• Valid FAA First Class Medical certificate.
• Valid Radio Operator’s certificate issued by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
• 3,500 hours of accumulated flight time, including 2,000 hours in turbine multi-engine aircraft, of which 1,000 hours were flown as Pilot-in-Command.
• Professional, motivated, and dependable collaborator.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Previous flight experience in a Challenger 300, Citation XLS+, or similar aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility for the safety and well-being of the crew and passengers onboard company aircraft and provide a best-in-class passenger experience.
• Exercise final authority over whether the aircraft proceeds to any destination or undertakes any flight.
• Make operational decisions regarding weather, airports, and aircraft performance limitations to ensure proper safety margins are observed at all times.
• Remain current and updated on FAA regulations, company policies, Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs), and aircraft operational limitations.
• Contribute to the industry through seminars, conferences, and industry groups.
• Perform collateral duties within the department, including Safety, Training, Standards, Security, Operations, and Compliance.
• Perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed