Gulfstream G600 Lead Captain — Van Nuys, CA

Pilot Assessments; California; On-site; USD 350,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Matching 401(k)

Health Savings and Flexible Spending

Short‑ and long‑term disability

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Jet Aviation in California is seeking a Pilot in Command for the G600 to deliver safe, efficient operations on every mission. You will act as PIC, lead crew, and represent the company with professionalism and discretion.

This role requires 5+ years of aviation experience, ATP and FAA First Class Medical, a high school diploma (college degree preferred), and a willingness to travel worldwide. Anticipated salary range is $350,000–$420,000 per year, with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of aviation experience.
• ATP (Airline Transport Pilot) certification.
• FAA First Class Medical.
• High school diploma required; college degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as PIC to ensure safe, compliant operation of the G600 on all missions.
• Conduct pre-flight and post-flight inspections; manage flight planning, fuel, weight and balance, and performance.
• Evaluate weather, NOTAMs, routes, and alternates for go/no-go decisions.
• Maintain expert knowledge of aircraft systems and adapt to changing conditions.
• Lead, mentor, and develop crew; coordinate schedules and training.
• Deliver passenger briefings and uphold Jet Aviation safety culture.
• Identify discrepancies and collaborate with maintenance teams.
• Maintain trip documentation and crew records.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Professionalism and discretion

Education

High school diploma

College degree preferred

Job description

Your mission

Serve as Pilot in Command on assigned flights, delivering safe, efficient, and polished operations while representing Jet Aviation with discretion and professionalism to customers and colleagues alike.

What you'll do

• Act as PIC to ensure the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of the G600 on all missions.
• Conduct thorough pre‑flight and post‑flight inspections; manage flight planning, filing, fuel, weight and balance, and performance.
• Evaluate weather, NOTAMs, routes, and alternates to make informed go/no‑go and operational decisions.
• Maintain an expert working knowledge of all aircraft systems and adapt decisively to changing conditions.
• Lead, mentor, and develop crew members; conduct performance reviews; coordinate crew schedules and training.
• Champion a strong safety culture; follow best practices; deliver comprehensive passenger briefings.
• Identify and communicate aircraft discrepancies promptly; collaborate closely with maintenance teams.
• Manage trip documentation; maintain current aircraft manuals; assist with crew hiring as needed.
• Deliver attentive, customer‑focused service aligned with Jet Aviation’s values of trust, honesty, alignment, and transparency.

What you bring

• Certificates: Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) — unrestricted or restricted; FAA First Class Medical.
• Experience: Minimum five (5) years of aviation experience.
• Education: High school diploma required; college degree preferred.
• Licensing: Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Schedule & travel: Ability to work a variable schedule and travel extensively worldwide without restrictions.
• Professional skills: Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills; collaboration and attention to detail; proactive problem‑solving; integrity, discretion, and a friendly, professional manner.

Flight time minimums

• Total time: 3,500 hours (fixed‑wing)
• Pilot in Command (PIC): 1,500 hours
• Multi‑engine: 1,500 hours
• Turbine: 500 hours
• Turbojet: 500 hours
• Jet time: 500 hours
• Night: 100 hours
• Simulated instrument: 75 hours

Physical and work environment

• Regular standing, walking, and sitting; occasional climbing, kneeling, or crouching.
• Frequent lifting and moving up to 50 lbs, including overhead lifting.
• Sharp near/far/depth vision across different ranges.
• Work in maintenance areas and customer spaces; exposure at times to high noise, vibration, fuel fumes, changing weather, and seasonal temperature extremes in hangars.

Benefits & compensation

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Matching 401(k)
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short‑and long‑term disability coverage
• Life insurance and Employee Assistance Program
• Health and wellness awards
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts

Anticipated salary range: $350,000 – $420,000. This range is not a guaranteed offer; final compensation depends on experience, geographic location, and other relevant factors.