Challenger 604 PIC Captain – Lead Safety & Service

Total Aviation Staffing, LLC; Zionsville (IN); On-site; USD 200,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full 401(k) benefits

Relocation assistance

Paid vacation and holidays

Paid professional development

Job summary

Total Aviation Staffing, LLC is representing a private aviation client in the Indianapolis area seeking a Typed Challenger 604 Captain to lead flight crews, uphold safety standards, and drive service excellence on every mission. You will report to the Chief Pilot and shape how the flight department operates.

You will command on trips, coordinate with maintenance, and have growth opportunities within a dynamic operation that handles international flights and comprehensive crew training.

Qualifications

• Typed and current Challenger 604 Captain.
• ATP Certificate and a current First Class Medical Certificate.
• 3,000 hours total time, 1,500 hours PIC and 500 hours multi‑engine PIC.

Responsibilities

• Lead the flight crew and exercise operational control, making go/no-go calls with safety first.
• Mentor First Officers with in-flight guidance and constructive feedback.
• Run comprehensive pre-flight planning, including weather analysis and crew readiness.
• Deliver a premium client experience and coordinate passenger requests.
• Review aircraft systems and records and coordinate with maintenance to keep the aircraft airworthy.
• Fly international trips and handle customs coordination.
• Keep operations and documentation compliant with FAR Part 135.

Skills

Crew leadership

Safety culture

Flight planning

Education

ATP Certificate

First Class Medical Certificate

CL-604 Type Rating

Tools

Digital flight planning tools

Avionics knowledge

Job description

Total Aviation Staffing, LLC is representing a private aviation client in the Indianapolis area seeking a Typed Challenger 604 Captain to lead flight crews, uphold safety standards, and drive service excellence on every mission. You will report to the Chief Pilot and shape how the flight department operates.

You will command on trips, coordinate with maintenance, and have growth opportunities within a dynamic operation that handles international flights and comprehensive crew training.