Global Lead Captain and Flight Crew Mentor (G550)

Pilot Assessments; Michigan; On-site; USD 275,000 - 295,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Matching 401(k)

Health Savings Account

Job summary

Jet Aviation in Waterford/Pontiac, Michigan seeks a Lead Captain/PIC to direct private and business aviation missions with global scope. You will guide crew, mentor pilots, and uphold the Jet Aviation standard in safety, service, and professionalism across all flight phases.

Strong leadership and communication are essential as you coordinate planning, training, and crew hiring. The role requires an ATP, FAA First Class Medical, and a minimum five years in aviation operations with global travel

Qualifications

• Must have ATP and FAA First Class Medical, unrestricted or with acceptable restrictions.
• Minimum five years of aviation operations experience with global travel readiness.

Responsibilities

• Serve as PIC for private and business missions, ensuring safety and compliance across all flight phases.
• Lead pre-flight and post-flight activities, including inspections, calculations, and documentation.
• File flight plans, analyze weather NOTAMs, fuel and routes, and adapt to changing conditions.
• Deliver clear passenger briefings and provide top-tier client experience.
• Champion safety culture; report and resolve maintenance discrepancies.
• Mentor crew, support performance reviews, coordinate schedules, and training.
• Maintain knowledge of aircraft systems, SOPs, and international procedures.
• Oversee trip documentation, keep manuals current, assist with crew hiring, represent Jet Aviation professionally.

Job description

Jet Aviation in Waterford/Pontiac, Michigan seeks a Lead Captain/PIC to direct private and business aviation missions with global scope. You will guide crew, mentor pilots, and uphold the Jet Aviation standard in safety, service, and professionalism across all flight phases.

Strong leadership and communication are essential as you coordinate planning, training, and crew hiring. The role requires an ATP, FAA First Class Medical, and a minimum five years in aviation operations with global travel