Pilot - Aircraft and Crew Manager (ACM) - Challenger 605 PIC (KSBP Based)

ACI Jet•San Luis Obispo, CA

14h•$225,000 - $275,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Aircraft and Crew Manager (ACM) is responsible for the leadership, development, and maintenance of assigned aircraft and crew. The position also performs duties as a Part 91/135 aircraft pilot in a safe and effective manner, operating the aircraft on behalf of Executive Jet Management (EJM) Part 135 Certificate and maintaining positive, productive relationships with ACI Jet employees, vendors, and clients. The role is based at San Luis Obispo County Airport (KSBP), and the employee must reside within a two-hour drive of KSBP.

Requirements

3,500 hours total flight time.
2,000 hours PIC flight time.
1,500 hours multi-engine flight time.
300 hours instrument flight time.
Pilot’s Certificate (ATP) with an English proficient endorsement.
Meet the requirements of ICAO Annex I, Section 2.1.10.
Meet all EJM Charter Pilot eligibility requirements.
First Class Medical.
Valid United States passport.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or 3–5 years of professional aviation experience.
Reside or relocate within a two-hour drive of San Luis Obispo County Airport (KSBP).
Highly motivated and organized.

Nice To Haves

CL-604 Type Rating is highly desired.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with ACI Jet Flight Operations Management and the aircraft owner to ensure operational success.
Manage the relationship with the aircraft owner and support the owner's satisfaction with aircraft operations.
Oversee the aircraft owner's travel, including when not assigned to the trip.
Recruit or assist with recruiting crewmembers for the assigned account.
Assign crew to aircraft operations and ensure a fair workload among crewmembers.
Ensure crewmembers are competent in performing their duties.
Ensure the aircraft is properly outfitted for the client and operations.
Oversee aircraft maintenance in coordination with the Director of Maintenance.
Ensure revenue and expenses meet owner expectations.
Verify the accuracy of monthly accounting invoices and complete monthly owner reports.
Mentor other pilots on the account and support their professional development.
Fulfill PIC/SIC duties and responsibilities when assigned.
Maintain subject matter expertise, proficiency, and technical knowledge for the assigned aircraft type.
Respond promptly to operational questions from Dispatch, Maintenance, and pilots, researching matters as needed to provide informed responses.
Operate ACI Jet-managed aircraft safely and efficiently in compliance with company procedures, manufacturer limitations and manuals, governmental rules and regulations, and other applicable requirements.
Provide courteous, professional customer service to aircraft owners and EJM charter clients.
Remain knowledgeable about applicable portions of ACI Jet Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and the EJM General Operations & Maintenance Manual (GOMM).
Ensure an adequate pre-flight inspection is completed before takeoff, including checks of the aircraft, publications, documentation, equipment, passenger service items, fuel, weather, customs, permits, and airport/runway suitability.