Gulfstream G550 Captain — Teterboro, NJ

Pilot Assessments; Teterboro (NJ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Matching 401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Jet Aviation in Teterboro seeks an experienced Captain to command G550 missions, ensuring safety and adherence to federal and company regulations. You will lead a professional crew, manage flight planning, and maintain rigorous flight standards for a premium client experience.

You must hold an unrestricted ATP, a valid FAA First Class Medical, and demonstrate extensive fixed-wing and multi-engine flight time with turbo-jet and night experience. Willingness to travel globally is essential.

Qualifications

• ATP unrestricted certification is required.
• FAA First Class Medical is required.
• Total flight hours at least 3,500 with 1,500 PIC and 1,500 multi-engine experience.
• Turbo-jet and turbine experience preferred.
• Night flight experience (100+ hours) requested.
• Ability to travel extensively worldwide without restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a professional flight crew.
• Manage performance, fuel planning, weather, contingencies, and trip execution.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of G550 systems and flight operations.
• Oversee trip documentation and aircraft manuals.
• Serve as the face of Jet Aviation with a client-first mindset.
• Uphold safety, security, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

ATP certification

FAA First Class Medical

G550 experience

PIC hours 1500

Total fixed-wing 3500 hours

Multi-engine

Turbo-jet experience

Night flying 100 hours

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma

College degree (preferred)

Job description

Your mission

• Take command of all assigned flights, exercising sound judgment and ensuring strict adherence to federal, local, and company regulations with uncompromising safety standards.


• Maintain expert, up-to-date knowledge of all G550 systems; plan, brief, and execute flights with precision while adapting to changing conditions for a seamless client experience.


• Lead and mentor a professional crew; manage performance, fuel, weather, alternates, and contingencies to deliver smooth, on-time operations.


• Perform the functions of TSA In-Flight Security Coordinator (ISC) under the applicable Twelve Five Standard Security Program or private charter standard security program.


• Conduct required passenger safety briefings or delegate to the Second in Command; uphold a secure cabin and flight deck at all times.


• Encourage open communication on safety; identify and report hazards; record and report aircraft discrepancies as they occur.


• Oversee trip documentation; maintain aircraft manuals; complete accurate trip paperwork in accordance with company procedures.


• Serve as the face of Jet Aviation, demonstrating polish, discretion, and a client-first mindset throughout every mission.

What you’ll bring

• Certificates & Medical: ATP (unrestricted) and FAA First Class Medical.


• Flight Experience (minimums): 3,500 hours total fixed-wing, including 1,500 hours PIC, 1,500 multi-engine, 500 turbo-jet, 500 turbine, 100 night, and 75 simulated instrument.


• Schedule & Travel: Ability to work a variable schedule aligned to trip profiles; willing and able to travel extensively worldwide without restrictions.


• Education & Records: High school diploma (required); valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.


• Professional strengths: Exceptional interpersonal skills, attention to detail, collaboration, organization, and communication; deep industry understanding; pleasant, friendly, and professional demeanor.


• Character & Approach: Quality-driven commitment to excellence, integrity, and discretion; proactive, resourceful problem-solver.


• Preferred: College degree; appropriate aircraft type rating and currency.

Operating environment & physical demands

You’ll operate in diverse settings—from heavy maintenance areas and upscale customer spaces to aircraft arrival and departure environments, with occasional exposure to noise, vibration, fuel fumes, changing weather, and seasonal hangar temperature extremes.

• Regular use of hands; standing, walking, and sitting.


• Occasional climbing, kneeling, or crouching.


• Frequent lifting and moving up to 50 pounds, including overhead lifting.


• Sharp vision across various ranges and depths.

Benefits that go the distance

• Health, dental, and vision insurance


• Matching 401(k)


• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts


• Short-term and long-term disability coverage


• Life insurance


• Employee Assistance Program


• Health and wellness awards


• Generous paid time off


• Tuition reimbursement


• Employee discounts


• And more

Ready to take the left seat?

If you’re a polished professional Captain who thrives on delivering safety, precision, and exceptional service in an elite private-aviation environment, we’d love to hear from you. Step into the G550 at Teterboro and elevate every journey with Jet Aviation.

License required: ATP_UNRESTRICTED