Captain Aviation - Las Vegas

MGM Resorts • Las Vegas, NV

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About The Position

The Captain has command of and overall responsibility for the flight crew, passengers, cargo, and safe conduct of each flight. The Captain provides guidance and coordinates the activities of individuals involved in all phases of aircraft operation, serving as Pilot in Command (PIC) with final authority and responsibility for the aircraft in support of company goals. Duties are performed in accordance with departmental and MGM Resorts International policies, practices, and procedures. The role also supports a safety-focused culture and efficient procedures that enable customer service, and may include other flight-department duties not directly related to flight.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• At least three years of prior relevant experience in a related field.
• No FAA violations or at-fault accidents or incidents.
• At least 3,000 hours of total pilot flight time.
• At least 2,500 hours of multi-engine jet time.
• Experience operating large-cabin aircraft.
• Experience in advanced electronic/digital avionics cockpits.
• Must hold, or be able to hold, a type rating in one or more company-owned aircraft.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working in a VVIP setting.
• Previous experience working in a similar resort setting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a culture of safety and efficient customer-service procedures within MGM Resorts Aviation.
• Retain final authority for the safe operation of the aircraft in accordance with FAR 91.3.
• Direct flight crew activities and ensure crew members understand their duties and responsibilities.
• Ensure the assigned aircraft is airworthy and that required documents are on board.
• Decide whether to start, delay, or cancel a flight, or deviate from the planned destination, when operating conditions require it.
• Obtain briefings on the flight’s purpose, weather, operating procedures, and special instructions, and plan flight assignments.
• Prepare or supervise preparation of the flight plan, considering altitude, terrain, weather, range, weight, cruise-control data, airport facilities, and navigational aids.
• Ensure weather and aircraft-performance conditions are suitable for the flight.
• Ensure the aircraft weight-and-balance form or manifest is properly completed.
• Ensure a flight plan or other authorized flight-locating procedure is followed for each flight.
• Promptly report known or suspected FAA violations or incidents to the Vice President of Aviation.
• Ensure crew members brief passengers appropriately for each phase of flight.
• Ensure emergency equipment and passenger-comfort provisions are on board and cargo is properly secured.
• Ensure flight logs are prepared, mechanical irregularities are reported, and maintenance is recorded by maintenance personnel when maintenance is performed en route.
• Pass maintenance discrepancies to maintenance personnel and alert them to the aircraft’s current status.
• Ensure the aircraft is clean and prepared for flight, with aircraft stores and appropriate catering provisions on board for passenger and crew safety and comfort.
• Manage other aspects of flight-department duties as requested.
• Perform other job-related duties as requested.

Benefits

• Wellness incentive programs to support physical and mental health.
• Health and income-protection benefits for eligible employees.
• Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts, as well as partner discounts on travel, electronics, online shopping, and more.
• Free meals in the employee dining room.
• Free parking on and off shift.
• Healthcare, financial, and time-off benefits.
• Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities, as well as community volunteer opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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