Captain - Global 6000 - Wheeling, IL (PWK)

Jet Aviation•Wheeling, IL

3d•$230,000 - $270,000•Onsite

About The Position

Jet Aviation is seeking a Captain to command Global 6000 flights from Wheeling, Illinois. The Captain is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of assigned flights, leading the crew and delivering a high-quality experience for clients. The role involves operating domestic and international routes, responding to changing conditions, and maintaining high standards of safety, security, service, and professionalism. The Captain makes flight-related decisions and ensures compliance with federal, local, and company regulations. Responsibilities also include maintaining working knowledge of aircraft systems, managing flight plans, performing applicable TSA flight-security coordination duties, conducting or delegating passenger safety briefings, reporting safety hazards and aircraft discrepancies, and completing trip documentation. The Captain represents Jet Aviation in dealings with customers and colleagues. The position requires a variable schedule to meet flight mission profiles and extensive worldwide travel without restrictions. Work may take place in settings ranging from maintenance areas to customer spaces and may involve noise, vibration, fuel fumes, changing weather, and seasonal temperature extremes. Physical tasks include frequent lifting and moving of items up to 50 pounds, including overhead lifting.

Requirements

Airline Transport Pilot Certificate.
FAA First Class Medical.
3,500 hours of total fixed-wing flight time.
1,500 hours as Pilot in Command.
1,500 hours of multi-engine flight time.
500 hours of turbo-jet flight time.
500 hours of turbine flight time.
100 hours of night flight time.
75 hours of simulated instrument flight time.
High school diploma.
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
Ability to work a variable schedule to meet flight mission profiles.
Willingness and ability to travel extensively worldwide without restrictions.
Ability to perform tasks involving regular use of hands, standing, walking, and sitting, and occasional climbing, kneeling, or crouching.
Ability to frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds, including overhead lifting.
Ability to maintain sharp vision across various ranges and depths.

Nice To Haves

College degree.
Appropriate aircraft type rating and currency.
Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach.
Exceptional organizational and communication skills and a deep understanding of the aviation industry.
Pleasant, friendly, and professional demeanor when working with clients and colleagues.
Quality-driven mindset and dedication to excellence.
Proactive and resourceful problem-solving skills.
Integrity and discretion.

Responsibilities

Command assigned flights and make decisions that ensure safety and compliance with federal, local, and company regulations.
Maintain working knowledge of aircraft systems, operate the aircraft precisely, manage flight plans, and adapt to changing conditions.
Perform the functions of the In TSA Flight Security Coordinator (ISC) under the applicable Twelve-Five Standard Security Program or Private Charter Standard Security Program.
Conduct required passenger safety briefings or assign that duty to the second in command.
Support open communication on safety issues, report hazards, and uphold a secure operating environment.
Record and report aircraft discrepancies as they occur.
Manage trip documentation, maintain aircraft manuals, and complete trip paperwork according to company procedures.
Represent Jet Aviation professionally and deliver exceptional service to clients and colleagues.
Lead the crew and ensure the safe and efficient operation of flights.