Captain - Gulfstream 600 (Van Nuys, CA

Jet Aviation•Los Angeles, CA

3d•$340,000 - $385,000

About The Position

Jet Aviation is seeking a Captain to command Gulfstream 600 flights from Van Nuys, California. 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, adapting to changing conditions, and upholding safety, security, service, and professionalism standards while representing Jet Aviation as a Brand Ambassador. The Captain maintains working knowledge of aircraft systems, manages flight plans, ensures compliance with federal, local, and company regulations, and performs applicable flight security coordination duties. The role also includes passenger safety briefings, reporting hazards and aircraft discrepancies, maintaining aircraft manuals, and completing trip documentation and paperwork according to company procedures. The position requires a variable schedule and extensive worldwide travel without restrictions.

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 turbojet flight time.
500 hours of turbine flight time.
100 hours of night flight time.
75 hours of simulated instrument flight time.
Ability to work a variable schedule to meet flight mission profiles.
Willingness and ability to travel extensively worldwide without restrictions.
High school diploma.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills; attention to detail; and a collaborative, professional demeanor.
Ability to perform required physical tasks, including frequent lifting and moving 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.
Quality-driven mindset and commitment to excellence.
Proactive, resourceful problem-solving approach; integrity and discretion.
Deep understanding of the aviation industry and ability to deliver exceptional experiences to clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

Command assigned flights and make decisions to ensure safety and compliance with federal, local, and company regulations.
Maintain working knowledge of aircraft systems, manage flight plans, and adapt operations 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 the duty to the second in command.
Support open communication about safety issues, report hazards, and uphold a secure environment.
Record and report aircraft discrepancies as they occur.
Manage trip documentation, maintain aircraft manuals, and complete accurate trip paperwork according to company procedures.
Represent Jet Aviation professionally and deliver exceptional service to clients and colleagues.
Lead the crew and ensure safe, efficient flight operations.