Lead Pilot in Command Gulfstream 280

Executive Jet Management; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 160,000 - 325,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Health savings account (HSA)

Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

Life insurance and AD&D benefits

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Loss of license coverage

Paid Parental Leave

14 days of paid time off

Job summary

Executive Jet Management seeks an experienced Lead Pilot in Command to lead a Gulfstream G280 flight department in Las Vegas. The role commands responsibility for flight planning, safety protocols, and client service excellence across all missions.

Qualified candidates bring ATP-level credentials, extensive PIC experience, and a proven track record in corporate aviation. This position offers strong compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a path within a Berkshire Hathaway company.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in corporate/business aviation required
• FAA Type rating in the G280
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions associated with the position
• Minimum Time Requirements: Total flight time 3500 hours; PIC MEL 500 hours; MEL 1500 hours; Instrument 300 hours; Jet 500 hours

Responsibilities

• Leads Flight Department success by managing client relationships and coordinating with maintenance and crews.
• Ensures crewing and trip assignments comply with company and regulatory requirements.
• Performs flight planning, weight and balance, and prepares for all assignments.
• Uses CRM/TEM to communicate clearly during normal, abnormal, and emergency operations.
• Delivers exceptional service to owners and passengers and resolves service deviations.

Skills

Corporate aviation experience

G280 FAA type rating

Flight hours: total 3500

PIC time: 2000 hours

Instrument rating: 300 hours

Jet experience: 500 hours

Job description

About EJM

EJM has been a pioneer in aircraft management and worldwide jet charter services since 1977. As a subsidiary of NetJets, we are part of the world's largest private aviation infrastructure, with unrivaled resources and operational stability. Our business is rooted in the core principles of safety, service, and integrity—principles that we deliver on daily for our customers and employees.

Purpose of Position

Executive Jet Management, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is posting this opportunity exclusively for existing Gulfstream 280 flight crew currently assigned to the KLAS-based operation who wish to transition to EJM employment. This private posting is not intended for external applicants.

The Lead Pilot in Command (PIC) serves as a peer leader within the flight department, fostering a culture of safety, teamwork, client service, and operational excellence. The Lead PIC maintains an active flying schedule and fulfills all Pilot in Command responsibilities while supporting administrative and leadership functions within the department.

Leads Flight Department Success

• Manages important client relationships while balancing needs of client and EJM. Proactively communicates as required to address current or potential issues or opportunities.
• Works closely with maintenance personnel, either assigned to account or company designee, to ensure compliance with all aircraft maintenance events (scheduled and unscheduled) and regular tasks are completed (e.g., database updates, audits, checklists).
• Completes other duties as expected of aircraft owner / account (e.g., invoice reviews, auditing, vendor relations, charter approvals, crew schedules) in accordance with defined expectations.
• Supports flight department crew members in their understanding of what needs to be done and motivates people to achieve flight department goals while representing the EJM brand. Reports concerns or issues to Regional Chief Pilot.
• Handles flight department administration matters, including but not limited to supplies (office and aircraft), subscriptions, crew schedules, including associated communication with crewmembers.

Ensures the Safe Operation of Flight for designated Flight Department

• Ensures crewing and trip assignments are compliant with company and regulatory requirements.
• Completes flight planning, performance and weight and balance tasks for each assignment, as required.
• Utilizes Threats, Plans and Considerations (TPC) briefing methodology to lead required briefings and mitigate operational risks.
• Complies with company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and coordinates with company personnel as required. Acts as the Ground Security and In-Flight Security Coordinator as defined by company policy.
• Completes all aircraft pre-flight tasks, including the maintenance status of the aircraft, to ensure the aircraft is mission capable. Records all aircraft discrepancies in accordance with company SOPs.
• Ensures all aircraft ground servicing items (e.g., fueling, oil, oxygen) are monitored and accomplished in accordance with SOPs.
• Completes passenger briefings in accordance with company policy and regulation. Delivers the highest level of customer service and meet any special needs of passengers (e.g., physically challenged).
• Utilizes Crew Resource Management (CRM) and Threat and Error Management (TEM) to communicate with crew and support personnel clearly and in a timely manner during normal, abnormal, and emergency operations.

Delivers An Exceptional Service Experience

• Provides quality service to owners and passengers while identifying opportunities to enhance the EJM service experience. Regularly investigates and resolves service deviations.
• Collaborates with fellow crew members and EJM internal partners to provide consistent service experience to owners and passengers. Resolves conflict and challenges in an acceptable manner.

Maintains Proficiency And Compliance For Designated Flight Department

• Maintains regulatory and company-required training and recency of experience.
• Complies with company SMS program and reports safety or non-compliance concerns through the appropriate channels.
• Ensures all crewmembers remain qualified to act in their assigned capacity in accordance with regulations and company policy.
• Ensures all crewmembers comply with company polices and appropriate audits are in place.

It is not possible to list all required job duties on this form. There may be other important duties assigned, depending on the position. For a list of essential job functions, please refer to the essential functions document for this job.

Certifications and Licenses

FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP)

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Other (KSAOs)

• Prior experience in corporate/business aviation required
• FAA Type rating in the G280
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions associated with the position
• Minimum Time Requirements:
• Total flight time: 3500 hours
• Multi Engine Land (MEL): 1500 hours
• Pilot in Command: 2000 hours
• PIC MEL: 500 hours
• Instrument: 300 hours
• Jet: 500 hours

Base Salary Range

Cabin Size

Small/Mid/Supermid

$160,000 - $325,000

How EJM Supports You

At EJM, we believe that how you do something is as important as what you do. That's why we foster a collaborative company culture, where leadership is accessible, employee opinions are valued, and relationships matter. We encourage employee growth, recognize the importance of work-life balance, and take pride in being a career destination.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, available with no monthly premiums
• 401(k) plan, with 67% of every dollar you contribute through standard elective deferral and catch-up contributions matched by EJM. Super catch-up contributions are not eligible for the employer match
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)Prescription drug benefit plan
• Life insurance and AD&D benefits
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Loss of license coverage
• Paid Parental Leave
• 14 days of paid time off, available on first day of employment

Executive Jet Management is an equal opportunity employer.

To ensure a safe environment, we conduct pre-employment drug screening and background checks.