Captain - Gulfstream 600 (Van Nuys, CA

Jet Aviation•Van Nuys, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Jet Aviation is seeking a Captain for a Gulfstream 600 based in 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 to clients. The role involves domestic and international routes, adapting to changing operational conditions, and maintaining the highest 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 security coordination duties, conducting or delegating passenger safety briefings, reporting hazards and aircraft discrepancies, and completing trip documentation. The Captain represents Jet Aviation to customers and colleagues. The position requires extensive worldwide travel without restrictions and a variable schedule aligned with flight missions. Work takes place in settings ranging from aircraft maintenance areas to customer spaces, and may involve aircraft noise and vibration, fuel fumes, changing weather, and seasonal temperature extremes.

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.
Ability to work a variable schedule to meet flight mission profiles.
Willingness to travel extensively worldwide without restrictions.
High school diploma.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Ability to perform regular hand use, standing, walking, and sitting; occasional climbing, kneeling, or crouching; and frequent lifting and moving of 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 strong 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.
Ability to handle responsibilities with integrity and discretion.

Responsibilities

Command assigned flights and make critical decisions to ensure safety and compliance with federal, local, and company regulations.
Maintain a complete working knowledge of aircraft systems, manage flight plans, and adapt to changing conditions.
Perform the functions of the In TSA Flight Security Coordinator (ISC) under the applicable security program.
Conduct required passenger safety briefings or assign that responsibility to the second in command.
Support open communication about safety, report hazards, and help maintain 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.