Global 6000 Captain — San Jose, CA (KSJC) | Full-Time

Pilot Assessments; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Solairus Aviation invites applications for a Global 6000 Captain in San Jose, CA. The role requires leading safe, compliant flights, managing crew coordination, and overseeing rigorous planning for domestic and international missions from KSJC.

You will exercise PIC authority, own complete flight planning, and ensure FAA compliance while mentoring a high-caliber crew and delivering exceptional passenger care. This position is on-call with a base in Silicon Valley.

Qualifications

• Total flight hours requested: 3,000 hours.
• PIC time: 1,500 hours.
• Multi-Engine Land (MEL): 1,500 hours.
• MEL PIC: 500 hours.
• Turbine jet experience: 500 hours.
• Instrument time: 250 hours.
• Type rating: Global 6000 or comparable large-cabin jet.
• Medical: Current FAA First Class.
• Training: ICAO International Procedures (annually).
• Availability: On-call roster.

Responsibilities

• Exercise PIC authority for safe operation of a Global 6000.
• Own end-to-end flight planning: performance, weight & balance, fuel, alternates, weather, NOTAMs, international procedures.
• Ensure strict compliance with FAA regulations and SOPs.
• Lead and mentor flight crew; champion CRM and passenger care.
• Navigate global airspace with ICAO procedures and best practices.
• Maintain readiness for an on-call schedule and uphold safety standards.

Skills

PIC authority

CRM leadership

Flight planning

Crew mentoring

FAA regulations knowledge

Job description

Take Command as a Global 6000 Captain in San Jose

Solairus Aviation is seeking an experienced Global 6000 Captain to join our San Jose (KSJC) operation. Lead safe, compliant, and passenger-focused flights while managing crew coordination and rigorous flight planning for domestic and international missions.

• Location: San Jose, California (KSJC)


• Country: United States


• Employment: Permanent, Full-time


• Roster: On-call


• Operator: Solairus Aviation

What you'll do

• Exercise PIC authority for safe, efficient operation of a Global 6000.


• Own end-to-end flight planning: performance, W&B, fuel, alternates, weather, NOTAMs, and international procedures.


• Ensure strict compliance with FAA regulations and company SOPs.


• Lead and mentor flight crew; champion professional CRM and passenger care.


• Navigate global airspace with current ICAO procedures and best practices.


• Maintain readiness for an on-call schedule while upholding the highest safety standards.

What you bring

• Total time: 3,000 hours


• PIC time: 1,500 hours


• Multi-Engine Land (MEL): 1,500 hours


• MEL PIC: 500 hours


• Turbine jet: 500 hours


• Instrument: 250 hours


• Type rating: Global 6000 or comparable large-cabin jet


• Medical: Current FAA First Class


• Training: ICAO International Procedures (annually)


• Availability: Ability to work on an on-call basis


• Base proximity: Primary residence within a 2-hour drive of KSJC or willingness to relocate

Base & schedule

• Base airport: Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International (KSJC)


• Schedule: On-call roster supporting domestic and international operations

Why this seat stands out

• Pivotal command role on a premier long-range platform.


• Influence safety and service standards while mentoring a high-caliber crew.


• Operate from the heart of Silicon Valley with diverse mission profiles.