Challenger 605 Captain (PIC) — KSBP, San Luis Obispo | Part 91/135

Pilot Assessments; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Continuing education support

Access to a flying club

Job summary

ACI Jet is seeking a highly qualified pilot to operate the Challenger 605 in compliance with company procedures and regulatory requirements. You will maintain professional relationships with employees, vendors and charter clients while delivering a polished, safety-first flight experience.

Based at San Luis Obispo County Airport (KSBP) in California, you will work with Flight Dispatch to meet schedule goals and ensure exceptional passenger service on every mission, including preflight planning

Qualifications

• 3,500 total flight hours minimum.
• 2,000 PIC hours required.
• 1,500 multi-engine hours.
• 300 instrument hours.
• ATP certificate (unrestricted or restricted) with English Proficient endorsement; ICAO Annex I compliance.
• First Class Medical.
• U.S. passport.
• Bachelor’s degree or 3–5 years aviation experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate the Challenger 605 in full compliance with procedures, manuals, and regs.
• Perform Part 91/135 flight duties with sound judgment and CRM.
• Coordinate with Flight Dispatch to meet flight-operation goals and client satisfaction.
• Provide elevated customer service to charter clients and aircraft owners.
• Maintain up-to-date EFBO/EFBS navigation databases and charts.

Skills

CRM

Customer service

Safety culture

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Aviation experience 3–5 years

Job description

The Mission

Lead safe, efficient, and polished operations in the Challenger 605 while fostering positive, professional relationships with employees, vendors, charter clients, and aircraft owners. You’ll coordinate closely with ACI Jet Flight Dispatch to deliver seamless trips aligned with company policies and service standards.

What You’ll Do

• Operate the Challenger 605 in full compliance with company procedures, manufacturer guidance, and all applicable regulations.
• Execute Part 91/135 flight duties with exemplary judgment, situational awareness, and CRM.
• Coordinate with Flight Dispatch to achieve flight-operation goals, schedule integrity, and client satisfaction.
• Deliver elevated customer service and professionalism to charter clients and aircraft owners.
• Keep Electronic Flight Bags current with the latest navigation databases and application updates.
• Stay knowledgeable on relevant sections of the ACI Jet Air Carrier Operations Manual.
• Conduct thorough preflight planning and inspections, including: aircraft condition, publications/documentation, equipment and passenger-service items, fuel requirements, destination/enroute weather, alternates, customs and permits, and airport/runway suitability.

Minimum Qualifications

• Total Time: 3,500 hours
• PIC: 2,000 hours
• Multi-Engine: 1,500 hours
• Instrument: 300 hours
• Certificates: ATP (Unrestricted or Restricted) with English Proficient endorsement; meets ICAO Annex I, Section 2.1.10
• Medical: First Class Medical
• Travel Documents: Valid United States Passport
• Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or 3–5 years of professional aviation experience
• Residency: Willing to live within ~90 minutes of KSBP (up to a 2-hour drive-time may be considered)
• Professional Traits: Highly motivated, organized, and service-oriented

Preferred

• Current or prior CL-604/605 type rating (highly desired)

Base & Lifestyle

Based at San Luis Obispo County Airport (KSBP), you’ll enjoy California’s Central Coast while flying a premier large-cabin business jet for discerning clients. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and a polished customer experience on every mission.

Compensation & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Continuing education support
• Access to a flying club

Equal Opportunity

ACI Jet is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on protected characteristics and will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities unless doing so would cause undue hardship.