Learjet 45 Captain

Kalitta Charters LLC•Ypsilanti Charter Township, MI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Since 2001 Kalitta Charters has provided top-quality service to the aviation industry and we are currently looking for qualified individuals to join our team. With a competitive salary, established pay scale with yearly increases, excellent insurance including medical, dental and vision, Kalitta Charters is hard to beat. Kalitta Charters work schedule is two weeks on two weeks off based in Ypsilanti, MI. The Pilot in Command is primarily responsible for the overall conduct and coordination of the flight and assigned personnel. This must be accomplished with overall mission safety as the dominant concern. The Pilot in Command is directly responsible to the Chief Pilot. The duties and responsibilities of the pilot in command include but are not limited to: Has full control, authority, and responsibility in the operations of the aircraft. Is responsible for the safety of the crewmembers, cargo, passengers, and aircraft. Ground and In-flight Security Coordinator. Supervise and direct all crewmembers in their duties pertaining to the operation of a flight and may delegate other duties to a crewmember even though it might not be that person's specific duty. Any time during which they are performing the functions of the pilot not flying, will assume the duties of the pilot not flying in addition to monitoring the duties being performed by the pilot flying. During air ambulance flights they will interface, prior to and during the flight, with medical crew as to the patient's needs (cabin altitude, cabin temperature, rapid acceleration, etc.) which they may have control of. This will include determining whether patients/passengers require restrain before takeoff (hysterical patients, combative passengers, etc.). Will be responsible for assuring that the required visual pre-takeoff contamination check is performed by a qualified crewmember with five minutes prior to beginning takeoff any time conditions are such that frost, ice, or snow may reasonably be expected to adhere to the airplane. They will ensure the flight is NOT commenced unless sufficient fuel is on-board the aircraft to complete the planned flight safely. Accountable for all safety and quality and ensures compliance to the Safety Management System.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
A valid unrestricted driver’s license
A valid unrestricted US passport
First Class Medical
FAA Commercial Pilot License with an Instrument Rating
FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit
2,000+ hours total time
1,000+ Multi-engine time
Basic MS Office knowledge, computer software & internet proficiency
Candidate must pass DOT/FAA pre-employment drug screen and a DOT/FAA compliant background check
Customer and Safety First Mindset
Motivated, resourceful, energetic, organized, and able to manage and be managed
Reliable, punctual and flexible
Able to multi-task, respect and maintain confidentiality
Ethical, trustworthy with sensitive information
Service oriented and able to work at a fast pace and handle stress and problematic issues well with a good attitude
Communicate effectively and work within a team-focused environment
Respectful of diverse populations and cultures
Employees are regularly required to, stand, sit, talk, hear to operate aircraft, computer, and telephone keyboard
Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs. and willing to help load and unload aircraft as necessary
Operation based in Ypsilanti, MI at Willow Run Airport (YIP) - 2 weeks on 2 weeks off rotation
Must be available to work weekends and holidays
Must be available full-time and for assigned shifts; including nights, weekends and holidays

Nice To Haves

Aviation Related College Degree
PIC Typed in LR-JET/LR-45

Responsibilities

Has full control, authority, and responsibility in the operations of the aircraft.
Is responsible for the safety of the crewmembers, cargo, passengers, and aircraft.
Ground and In-flight Security Coordinator.
Supervise and direct all crewmembers in their duties pertaining to the operation of a flight and may delegate other duties to a crewmember even though it might not be that person's specific duty.
Any time during which they are performing the functions of the pilot not flying, will assume the duties of the pilot not flying in addition to monitoring the duties being performed by the pilot flying.
During air ambulance flights they will interface, prior to and during the flight, with medical crew as to the patient's needs (cabin altitude, cabin temperature, rapid acceleration, etc.) which they may have control of. This will include determining whether patients/passengers require restrain before takeoff (hysterical patients, combative passengers, etc.).
Will be responsible for assuring that the required visual pre-takeoff contamination check is performed by a qualified crewmember with five minutes prior to beginning takeoff any time conditions are such that frost, ice, or snow may reasonably be expected to adhere to the airplane.
They will ensure the flight is NOT commenced unless sufficient fuel is on-board the aircraft to complete the planned flight safely.
Accountable for all safety and quality and ensures compliance to the Safety Management System.

Benefits

Short Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Basic Life Insurance with Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Travel Assistance Program
Cancer Expert Now
Fidelity 401K with match
BCBS – Medical 500 PPO and 1000 PPO options, Dental PPO, Prescription, Telehealth
Eye Med - Vision
Flexible Spending Account – Medical and Dependent Care
Long Term Disability
Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Child
Accident and Critical Illness Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Child
Hospital Indemnity for Employee, Spouse, and Child
Met Law Coverage
Nationwide Voluntary Pet Insurance
Competitive Salary established pay scale including yearly increases
Jump Seat privileges and cockpit access for work and personal travel
KCM (Known Crewmember)