Lead Captain, Phenom 300: PIC & Safety Leader

Pilot Assessments; New Jersey; On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and V.I

401(k) matching

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-term and long-term disability

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness awards

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts and additional bene

Job summary

Jet Aviation in the New Jersey area seeks a Lead Captain / Pilot in Command for Embraer Phenom 300 operations. You will lead by example, ensuring safe, efficient and discreet private-aviation service while mentoring crew and upholding high safety standards.

As PIC, you’ll own flight planning, weather/routing analyses, and post-flight documentation, while maintaining deep aircraft-systems knowledge and SOP adherence.

Qualifications

• ATP certificate (Unrestricted or Restricted) and FAA First Class Medical.
• Minimum 5 years in aviation.
• Total flight time 3,000 hours; PIC 1,500; multi-engine 1,500; turbo-jet 500;
• Turbine 500 hours; 100 hours night; 75 hours simulated instrument.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Pilot in Command on Embraer Phenom 300 flights with safety first.
• Lead flight preparation: weather, routing, planning, filing, weight & balance.
• Make timely operational decisions; adapt plans to conditions and client needs.
• Mentor crew; conduct reviews and coordinate hiring, scheduling, training.
• Maintain knowledge of aircraft systems; uphold SOPs and best practices.
• Champion safety culture; brief passengers and ensure discreet cabin experience.
• Coordinate with maintenance; ensure records, manuals, and trip docs are current.
• Act as Jet Aviation brand ambassador in all interactions.

Skills

Leadership

Safety culture

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Discretion

Aviation knowledge

Education

High school diploma

College degree preferred

ATP certificate + FAA First Class Medical

Job description

Jet Aviation in the New Jersey area seeks a Lead Captain / Pilot in Command for Embraer Phenom 300 operations. You will lead by example, ensuring safe, efficient and discreet private-aviation service while mentoring crew and upholding high safety standards.

As PIC, you’ll own flight planning, weather/routing analyses, and post-flight documentation, while maintaining deep aircraft-systems knowledge and SOP adherence.