Gulfstream G650ER Captain — San Jose (KSJC)

Pilot Assessments; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Solairus Aviation is seeking a Captain to lead safe, professional operations on Gulfstream G650ER missions, from preflight to post‑flight documentation. You’ll uphold standards, ensure airworthiness, and supervise crew and passengers across all flight phases.

The role requires extensive flight hours, a current First‑Class Medical, and the ability to train annually in ICAO procedures, with an on‑call schedule and willingness to relocate near KSJC as needed.

Qualifications

• Total flight time in excess of 3,000 hours.
• PIC time of 1,500+ hours.
• MEL experience with 500+ hours.

Responsibilities

• Operate Gulfstream G650ER safely under FARs and company procedures.
• Review maintenance status prior to dispatch.
• Complete trip paperwork per procedures.
• Plan routes, assess weather and NOTAMs.

Skills

Total Time 3000+ hrs

PIC Time 1500+ hrs

MEL Time 1500+ hrs

Turbojet Time 500+ hrs

Gulfstream G650ER rating

First-Class Medical

On-call availability

Tools

ICAO training

Job description

The Opportunity

As Captain, you’ll own the safe, professional conduct of every G650ER flight—from meticulous preflight preparation through post‑flight documentation—while representing Solairus Aviation’s high standards on every mission.

What You’ll Do

• Operate the Gulfstream G650ER safely and prudently in accordance with Solairus procedures and applicable FARs.
• Review aircraft maintenance status and ensure airworthiness prior to dispatch.
• Conduct approved Aircraft Flight Manual preflight inspections and performance planning.
• Plan routes, review weather and NOTAMs, and evaluate destination and alternate airports.
• Ensure passenger, crew, and aircraft safety and security throughout all phases of flight.
• Uphold company policies, regulatory compliance, and checklist discipline at all times.
• Accurately complete all trip paperwork and records in line with current procedures.

What You Bring

• Total Time: 3,000+ hours
• PIC Time: 1,500+ hours
• Multi-Engine (MEL) Time: 1,500+ hours
• MEL PIC Time: 500+ hours
• Turbojet Time: 500+ hours
• Instrument Time: 250+ hours
• Type Rating: Gulfstream G650ER or comparable type
• Medical: Current First-Class Medical
• Training: Ability to complete annual ICAO international procedures training
• Availability: Comfortable with an on-call schedule
• Location: Primary residence within two hours of KSJC or willingness to relocate

Compensation

Crewmembers are compensated within a broad range of $50,000–$500,000, varying by geographic area, experience, equipment/aircraft, job scope, training, and assigned account. Additional benefits were not specified in the posting.