Aircraft Captain and Project Manager

Google; Arizona; Remote; USD 222,000 - 321,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off 20 days/year

Sick time 40 hours/year

Maternity leave 28–30 weeks

Baby bonding leave 18 weeks

13 paid holidays per year

Job summary

Google Aviation seeks an Aircraft Captain and Project Manager to oversee global aircraft operations. Lead crews, manage cross-functional teams, and drive aviation projects across diverse geographies. You will thrive in ambiguity, adapt to shifting priorities, and pursue continuous improvement within our safety-focused program.

The role emphasizes CRM, leadership, and proactive risk management, with compensation tied to performance, equity, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• FAA Airline Transport Pilot Certificate (ATP) required.
• FAA First Class Medical and FCC Radiotelephone Permit.
• Valid U.S. driver's license.
• Minimum 3,000 flight hours, incl. 1,000 hours in jet and intl ops exp.
• Ability to report to Bay Area within 48 hours of assignments.
• Bachelor's degree preferred; aviation project mgmt exp a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and execute domestic and international trips as PIC.
• Operate aircraft safely per SOPs and guidelines.
• Engage in risk management and security programs to mitigate risk.
• Lead aviation projects with varying size and complexity.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evolve the aviation program.

Skills

ATP certificate

First Class Medical

U.S. driver's license

3,000 flight hours

1,000 jet hours

international operations

report to Bay Area within 48 hours

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

San Francisco/Los Angeles applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco/Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

In accordance with Washington state law, we are highlighting our comprehensive benefits package, which is available to all eligible US based employees. Benefits for this role include:

• Health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance
• Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off: 20 days of vacation per year, accruing at a rate of 6.15 hours per pay period for the first five years of employment
• Sick Time: 40 hours/year (increased to 69 hours/year for Seattle) including 5 discretionary sick days per instance
• Maternity Leave (Short-Term Disability + Baby Bonding): 28-30 weeks
• Baby Bonding Leave: 18 weeks
• Holidays: 13 paid days per year

Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following:

Remote locations: Arkansas, USA; Arizona, USA; California, USA; Colorado, USA; Iowa, USA; Idaho, USA; Kansas, USA; Louisiana, USA; Missouri, USA; Montana, USA; North Dakota, USA; Nebraska, USA; New Mexico, USA; Nevada, USA; Oklahoma, USA; Oregon, USA; South Dakota, USA; Texas, USA; Utah, USA; Washington, USA; Wyoming, USA.

Minimum qualifications:

• FAA Airline Transport Pilot Certificate (ATP).
• FAA First Class Medical and FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator's Permit.
• A valid U.S. driver's license.
• Experience with 3,000 hours of flight time, including 1,000 hours in jet, with experience in international operations in GV or GVI (e.g., Gulfstream G550 or Gulfstream 650).
• Ability to report to the Bay Area within 48 hours of assignments.

Preferred qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree.
• 3 years of experience as a pilot in command for corporations.
• Aviation-related project management experience in programs such as SMS, FOQA, security, international operations and AI literacy and workflow integration.
• Ability to think creatively and bring non-standard innovative solutions.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to function under pressure.
• Excellent leadership skills, with situational awareness and professionalism.

About the job:

Our Google Aviation team has a strong focus on risk management, humility, standards, collaboration, and teamwork. Everyone on the team works together toward the common goal of creating a safe, efficient, consistent, and enjoyable experience for our users.

As an Aircraft Captain and Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing complex and dynamic aircraft operations around the globe. The role requires excellent teamwork and Crew Resource Management (CRM) skills to lead fellow crew members to meet the demands of our global business. In addition to being a great pilot, you will be responsible for owning and collaborating with cross-functional teams on various aviation projects to maintain, grow, and evolve our aviation program. In this role, you will grow amidst ambiguity and be comfortable navigating shifting priorities. You must possess a strong curiosity and be adaptable, along with having a desire for continuous improvement and learning.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $222000 - $321000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits

Responsibilities:

• Learn more about benefits at Google .
• Plan, manage, and execute domestic and international trips as Pilot In Command (PIC).
• Operate aircraft safely and consistently as described by our standard operating procedures (SOPs) and guidelines.
• Engage with, and actively participate in, our risk management and security programs to reduce and mitigate risk.
• Lead and participate in aviation projects of varying size, scope, and complexity that deliver significant impact to the team and our users.

Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form .