Executive Flight Captain, Corporate Aviation

Pfizer Inc.; West Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 215,000 - 358,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Pfizer matching

Paid vacation, holidays and personal/p

Health benefits including medical, Rx,

Job summary

Pfizer Inc. is seeking a Captain, Fixed Wing to provide safe, legal, secure, and efficient air transportation for Pfizer Corporate Aviation. The role reports to the Chief Pilot and may serve as PIC or SIC based on assignment, working with flight crew, dispatch, maintenance, and executive travelers.

The position demands sound judgment, discretion, teamwork, and strict adherence to company policies and aviation regulations. Domestic and international travel, plus on-call duties, are routine.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Airline Transport Pilot certificate.
• Current FAA First-Class Medical Certificate.
• Valid passport and Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
• Extensive international flight operating experience.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain permanent residence within 60 miles of the Pfizer aviation facility at Trenton Mercer County Airport.

Responsibilities

• Exercise final authority and responsibility for the safe operation of company aircraft when assigned as Pilot in Command.
• Perform duties as PIC or SIC based on trip assignment, operating requirements, and experience qualifications.
• Lead and coordinate assigned crewmembers, including the SIC and flight attendant, and conduct thorough preflight and operational briefings.
• Confirm aircraft airworthiness, required documents, crew qualifications, medical certificates, passports, visas, and other mission documentation before departure.
• Prepare or supervise flight planning, considering weather, terrain, altitude, aircraft performance, range, weight and balance, airport facilities, navigational aids, and applicable operating regulations.
• Operate aircraft in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulations, applicable foreign regulations, Pfizer policies and procedures, and aircraft limitations.
• Manage aircraft security, maintain required communications while on duty, and promptly report mechanical irregularities or other operational concerns.
• Exercise appropriate fiscal stewardship for fuel, catering, aircraft services, and business travel expenses.
• Protect confidential information concerning Pfizer, its executives, employees, and guests, while maintaining a professional image that reflects positively on the company.
• Participate in a Corporate Aviation Safety, Standards, or Training committee and perform additional duties assigned by the Chief Pilot.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Operational judgment

Team coordination

Flight crew coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Pfizer Inc. is seeking a Captain, Fixed Wing to provide safe, legal, secure, and efficient air transportation for Pfizer Corporate Aviation. The role reports to the Chief Pilot and may serve as PIC or SIC based on assignment, working with flight crew, dispatch, maintenance, and executive travelers.

The position demands sound judgment, discretion, teamwork, and strict adherence to company policies and aviation regulations. Domestic and international travel, plus on-call duties, are routine.