Pilot in Command - Challenger 300

Advanced AirCrescent City, CA
Onsite

About The Position

The Challenger 300 Lead Pilot position is based out of Crescent City CA. This position requires a strong ability to multi-task, make high level complex decisions, all while completing a variety of aviation related tasks. This position will lead a team of 2 crew and support Advanced Air’s management of the aircraft. The Lead Pilot operates the aircraft as Pilot in Command (PIC) and reports to Advanced Air’s Chief Pilot, and in his absence, the Director of Operations. If you are excited about aviation, looking to grow, and have all the required flight minimums and certifications and live within 7 hours of the base airport (KCEC), this may be the position for you!

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • 3000 hours total time, 1000 PIC Turbine, Airline Transport Pilot and Challenger 300 PIC Type Rating
  • High-level working knowledge of FAR Part 91, 61 and AIM Part Section 4 and 5.
  • Ability to work in confined spaces and to manipulate, push, pull, and lift heavy objects in excess of 150 lbs.
  • Ability to climb onto and off of an airplane wing as part of the preflight, post flight, or during an over wing emergency exit.
  • Ability to execute flights of up to 4.5 hours up to a total flight time of 10 hours per day during a 14-hour duty period.

Nice To Haves

  • CFI, CFII, MEI Certificates, preferred but not required.
  • Digital dexterity for aircraft preflight and post flight

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the Lead Pilot and work with Advanced Air’s VIP and Flight teams to facilitate and schedule owner flights, aircraft maintenance, and flight crew training.
  • Employee is required to attend to the aircraft at the management’s direction for non-flight matters, including but not limited to vendor meetings, accepting deliveries, supervising service providers, or preparing the aircraft for upcoming trips.
  • Work with Advanced Air and the Assigned Crew including: Manage the assigned crew’s schedule and vacation requests and ensure they are available to handle owner-related task from operating the aircraft to errands and aircraft servicing requests, including but not limited to picking up or delivering items (such as new dishes, amenities, catering, or personal effects) to or from the aircraft.
  • Maintain the aircraft in a readiness state including: Responsible for ensuring the aircraft is owner-ready at all times, including but not limited to stocking, cleanliness, and organization of the interior and galley, verifying that all amenities, supplies, and consumables (food, candy, medicine, beverages, etc.) are present and unexpired.
  • Responsible for ensuring all passenger-facing electronics (e.g., iPads (updating movies each trip), iPod for music, AirShow, Wi-Fi, entertainment systems) are maintained and fully operational prior to each flight.
  • Assist with non-flight and ground duties as needed to support aircraft readiness and owner service, including helping with stocking, loading, unloading, and other aircraft-related logistics.
  • Oversee, in conjunction with Advanced Air, aircraft cleaning and stocking including: Responsible for managing and arranging all onboard laundry and dry cleaning, including removal and drop-off/pick-up of linens, towels, crew and owner uniforms, and other washable items, as required.
  • Maintain an accurate and up-to-date inventory of all galley items, linens, bedding, and other supplies, restocking as needed and communicating with the owner or owner’s representative for special requests.
  • Maintain Part 135 pilot qualification on the assigned aircraft.
  • Be able to past a Preemployment DOT Drug test and be subject to random Drug Screening.
  • Oversee aircraft expenses and ensure they are maintained within budget.
  • Lead production of SOPs, Checklist, LOA approval and other Challenger 300 items as instructed by the Chief Pilot and DO
  • Retain the final authority for the safe operation of the aircraft (FAR 91.3)
  • Maintain responsibility for the security of the aircraft during its operation.
  • Ensure that the assigned aircraft is airworthy by completing a preflight inspection per the AFM and verifying that all required documents are on board the aircraft.
  • Review all flight briefs regarding the purpose of the flight, weather, operating procedures, notes and any special instructions plans and flight assignments.
  • Comply with all Federal Aviation regulations, company operations manual, operations specifications, standard operating procedures, and company policies and procedures.
  • Update flight and duty records determine eligibility for the next flight assignment and ensure any aircraft maintenance discrepancies are reported and in accordance with Company Policies and Procedures
  • Participate and promote proactively in safety management systems by identifying, reporting and mitigating hazards and quality issues; providing timely input to management and applying systems processes to address quality and safety issues.

Benefits

  • 401k plan with dollar-for-dollar employer match up to 4%
  • 100% Company Paid Health Insurance including Medical, Dental, Vision and $15,000 in life insurance for yourself.
  • KCM for your personal travel
  • $3.12 Domestic, $4.16 International Per diem pay for all hours associated with Flight Duty
  • Easy to use Flight/Travel Benefits; current contracts include Delta, Alaska, and Southwest
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