Lead Captain (Pilot-in-Command) – Corporate Flight Operations

Pilot Assessments; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) with company match

FSAs and HSAs

Employee Assistance Program

Educational assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

Honeywell Flight Operations in Charlotte, NC seeks a Captain to lead corporate flight operations as Pilot-in-Command. You will set the tone for safety, professionalism, and passenger care on domestic and international missions.

The role requires proven leadership, strong communication, and CRM skills, with the ability to travel internationally. Bachelor’s degree is preferred and large-cabin experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Leadership, communication, decision-making, and CRM skills are required.
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Experience operating large-cabin and international aircraft is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of flight as Pilot-in-Command with strong judgment and operational control.
• Champion safety and regulatory compliance; participate in SMS.
• Conduct thorough preflight planning including airworthiness, docs, weather, NOTAMs, fuel, weight and balance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision-making

CRM skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Electronic Flight Bags

Job description

The Opportunity

Honeywell Flight Operations is seeking a safety-focused, service-driven Captain to lead corporate flight operations from our Charlotte, NC base. As Pilot-in-Command, you’ll be the final authority for aircraft operations—setting the tone for safety, professionalism, and exceptional passenger care across domestic and international missions in a dynamic global business aviation environment.

Your Mission

• Lead all phases of flight as Pilot-in-Command, exercising sound judgment, leadership, and operational control.
• Champion safety, teamwork, and regulatory compliance; actively participate in the Flight Department Safety Management System (SMS).
• Conduct thorough preflight planning and verification, including: aircraft airworthiness, registration, documentation, weather, NOTAMs, airspace/airport restrictions, fuel and oxygen, mission requirements, weight and balance, databases, Electronic Flight Bags, crew credentials, travel documents, airport procedures, and required inspections.
• Ensure crew fitness for duty; verify passenger manifests; deliver or oversee safety briefings; provide exceptional customer service; professionally represent the Flight Department in all customer interactions.
• Operate the aircraft in accordance with all applicable regulations, company policies, SOPs, limitations, and checklists while maintaining superior situational awareness.
• Continuously monitor aircraft systems, weather, and fuel; coordinate with ATC and operational support teams.
• Comply with domestic and international customs, immigration, agricultural, and cabotage requirements.
• Complete post-flight inspections, reports, records, and administrative documentation; record flight times and any aircraft or maintenance discrepancies.
• Communicate operational changes in a timely manner; report accidents, incidents, regulatory issues, hazards, and safety concerns.
• Preserve flight recorder and cockpit voice recorder data following accidents or incidents; support investigations and compliance activities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Chief Pilot.

What You’ll Bring

• All applicable certificates, medicals, qualifications, training, and flight-time experience required to operate assigned aircraft and missions.
• Proven leadership, communication, decision-making, and CRM skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel internationally; eligible to obtain required passports and visas.
• Strong problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills; meticulous attention to detail; calm and effective under pressure.
• Collaborative, team‑oriented mindset with a passion for aviation and an unwavering commitment to safety.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree; large-cabin and international aircraft experience.

Benefits & Rewards

Honeywell offers a comprehensive package designed to support your health, future, and life outside the cockpit.

• Employer‑subsidized medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Educational assistance
• Parental leave
• Paid time off for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave
• 12 paid holidays
• Competitive salary and the opportunity to work with leading‑edge technology

Ready to Fly with Us?

Bring your PIC expertise, professionalism, and safety‑first mindset to Honeywell Flight Operations in Charlotte. If you’re ready to lead missions that move our business forward, we’d love to hear from you.