Jet Aviation Staffing - Captain - Gulfstream 280 (Houston, TX)

Nextpilojob.com; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 210,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) plan

Job summary

Jet Aviation Staffing is seeking a Captain for Gulfstream 280 operations in Houston, TX. The role focuses on PIC/SIC duties, passenger safety, and regulatory compliance in a private fleet environment.

Expect responsibilities include flight planning, NOTAM/weather review, weight and balance calculations, and ensuring all regulatory requirements are met. A robust aviation background with multi-engine experience is required.

Qualifications

• Cognitive ability including reason, plan, solve problems and think abstractly.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely and proficiently operate private company aircraft in compliance with FAA regulations and SOPs.
• Plan flights, select routes, contingencies, fuel loads, and alternate plans.
• Review NOTAMS and weather to finalize flight plan.
• Perform pre-flight and post-flight inspections.

Skills

Cognitive ability

Problem solving

Professional communication

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

EFIS/FMS cockpit systems

Job description

Job Title

Jet Aviation Staffing - Captain - Gulfstream 280 (Houston, TX)

Location: Houston, TX, US

Employment: Not specified

Published: 13 Oct 2026

Closing date: Not specified

First found 13 Oct 2026

Job last observed 09 Nov 2026

Source last checked 09 Nov 2026

About This Opportunity

Introduction

Behind every seamless journey, is the perfect team. Since 1983, Jet Aviation Staffing has been supporting the industry’s most prominent aviation companies by attracting and placing top talent.

With thousands of direct hire placements of crew members, maintenance professionals, support staff, management and executive positions, and many more disciplines, we continue to perfect the art of staffing. When you want to find the very best career opportunity, you can rely on a team of dedicated professionals.

On behalf of our external customers, Jet Aviation Staffing upholds in-depth and extensive standards to ensure we are recommending the best talent. Dedicated to the details, our expertise ensures a perfect career opportunity match for each of our candidates and a seamless experience for our customer.

Position Summary

Perform responsibilities acting as Pilot in Command (PIC) or Second in Command (SIC) in our worldwide flight department safely and efficiently with emphasis on passenger service and safety.

Responsibilities

25 points+

• Safely and proficiently, operate private company aircraft in compliance with FAA regulations and company SOPs.
• Plan flights, selecting the safest and most efficient routes, providing for contingencies, determine appropriate fuel loads, and developing alternative flight plan routes.
• Review all pertinent NOTAMS.
• Review and interpret weather reports to finalize flight plan.
• Perform aircraft pre-flight inspection verifying airworthy condition as well as post flight inspections.
• Determining the accurate loading of passengers, baggage and cargo including calculating and solving weight and balance problems Utilizing Flight Risk Assessment Tool consistently to assess and mitigate risk.
• Complete records and appropriate entries in aircraft logbooks/operations forms Collaborates to complete complex and non-routine responsibilities working in an agile environment.
• Applies flight experience to resolve issues.
• Discusses escalated issue recommendations with peers or manager.
• Exhibits accountability for work and behaviors.
• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Takes the initiative to discuss assignments, expectations, priorities and deadlines as well as seek guidance and coaching from manager.
• Notifies manager when workload is light and volunteers for additional work.
• Adjusts quickly to new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures.
• Identifies efficiencies and bad or unsafe process to team and manager.
• Drafts standard operating procedures (SOP) and develops job aids.
• Participation in SMS program and continuing SMS culture.
• This description is not an all-inclusive list of the essential functions or duties related to this job.
• Education & Licenses Associate’s degree or equivalent educational hours or technical school; Bachelor’s degree preferred Commercial Multi-Engine Land Certificate, Instrument Airplane (ATP or ATP-CTP Course Completion Preferred) Current FAA First Class Medical Certification Type Rating Highly Preferred Minimum Requirements At least four (4) years commercial or private flight experience with advanced technology EFIS and FMS cockpit systems Minimum 3000 hours total flight time completed/logged (TT) Minimum 1000 hours multiengine airplane flight time completed/logged (TT) jet or turboprop Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Cognitive Ability including reason, plan, solve problems, think abstractly, comprehend complex ideas, learn quickly, learn from experience, and appropriately apply learning to new situations.
• Process and results oriented, motivated to keep projects moving ahead by removing obstacles and exploring alternatives Applies best practices in documenting business requirements in an iterative way, particularly using agile methodologies Ability to create clear reports and data visualizations to assist in decision-making and problem analysis Conversant in technical discipline acumen Must have a positive attitude, a drive to continually advance your understanding of the industry and business, and is highly self-motivated Ability to build professional and trusting business relations Ability to interact and collaborate with all levels of management within department Professional written and verbal communication skills Proficient MS Office Suite skills Work hours are completely variable Monday through Sunday, with long work days Ability to travel away from home with frequent overnight layovers Valid passport and the ability to travel overseas for worldwide operations.
• Possess a service excellence attitude Compensation Data The anticipated salary range for this position is $210,000 to $230,000.
• Please note that this range is not a guaranteed offer of compensation.
• The final salary will be determined based on factors such as the candidate's experience, geographic location, and other relevant considerations.
• Company Benefits Our customer offers a competitive benefits package including health coverage and a 401(k) plan to support your well-being and financial future.
• Jet Aviation provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

Licence & Certificate Mentions

FAA

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