Gulfstream G550 Captain — New York Metro (Full-Time)

Pilot Assessments; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilot Assessments in New York seeks an experienced Captain to lead Gulfstream operations, from planning to post-flight, on a full-time, on-call basis. You will review maintenance, perform pre-flight inspections, and ensure FAR/compliance while safeguarding passengers and crew.

A rigorous profile includes 3,000 total hours, 1,500 PIC, 1,500 MEL with 500 MEL PIC, 500 turbojet hours, 250 instrument hours, a current first-class medical, and a Gulfstream G550 type rating or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Total flight time: minimum 3,000 hours total time.
• PIC: at least 1,500 hours.
• MEL: at least 1,500 hours, including 500 hours MEL PIC.
• Turbojet time: 500 hours.
• Instrument time: 250 hours.
• Gulfstream G550 type rating or equivalent aircraft.
• Current first-class medical.
• Availability to work on an on-call basis.
• Annual ICAO international procedures training.
• Residence within two-hour drive of New York Metro airports or willingness to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Assume command of the Gulfstream G550 and conduct each flight safely and prudently.
• Review aircraft maintenance status prior to dispatch.
• Complete thorough pre-flight inspections per the AFM.
• Analyze weather, NOTAMs, facilities, and alternates for all segments.
• Ensure compliance with Solairus Aviation policies and FARs.
• Safeguard passengers, aircraft, and crew at all times.
• Accurately complete trip paperwork and reports.

Skills

Total flight time

Pilot-in-Command hours

Multi-engine land hours

Turbojet time

Instrument time

Gulfstream G550 type rating

First-class medical

On-call availability

ICAO procedures training

Residence near NYC airports

Job description

About the Role

As Captain, you will lead every flight with precision and professionalism, ensuring safe operations from planning through post-flight. This full-time position operates on an on-call basis and includes annual ICAO international procedures training.

Key Responsibilities

• Assume command of the Gulfstream G550 and conduct each flight safely and prudently.
• Review aircraft maintenance status prior to dispatch.
• Complete thorough pre-flight inspections per the approved Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM).
• Analyze weather, NOTAMs, facilities, and alternates for all segments.
• Ensure compliance with Solairus Aviation policies and applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs).
• Safeguard passengers, aircraft, and crew at all times.
• Accurately complete trip paperwork and reports in line with current procedures.

What You Bring

• Minimum flight experience: 3,000 hours total time.
• 1,500 hours Pilot-in-Command (PIC).
• 1,500 hours multi-engine land (MEL), including 500 hours MEL PIC.
• 500 hours turbojet time.
• 250 hours instrument.
• Type rating on the Gulfstream G550 or a comparable aircraft.
• Current first-class medical.
• Availability to work on an on-call basis.
• Ability to complete ICAO international procedures training annually.
• Primary residence within a two-hour drive of New York Metro airports, or willingness to relocate.

We’re looking for an experienced, collaborative captain who strives for excellence in every phase of flight and values a team-centered, client-focused environment.

Training & Readiness

• Annual recurrent ICAO international procedures training.
• Continuous adherence to Solairus safety, service, and integrity standards.
• Operational readiness for domestic and international business aviation missions.

Why Solairus

Join a team that puts safety first, delivers exceptional service, and operates with integrity. At Solairus, you’ll fly a best-in-class aircraft and work with professionals who share your commitment to excellence and client care.