Pilot (Corporate)- Second in Command

Kittle Property Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Kittle Property Group is seeking an experienced Second in Command Pilot to join the company's aviation team in Indianapolis, IN. The role supports the PIC and flight operations, focusing on safety, efficiency, and passenger service throughout all flight phases.

Qualified candidates will have a Commercial Pilot certificate with multi-engine and instrument ratings, a current FAA medical, and substantial flight hours. Expect a collaborative, safety-first cockpit and occasional travel.

Qualifications

• CRM proficiency required for cockpit coordination.
• Experience with flight planning, weather analysis, and routing.
• Solid knowledge of FAA regulations and corporate flight ops.
• Experience with multi-engine and turbine operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preflight prep and aircraft inspections.
• Assist PIC with flight planning, weather analysis, routing, weight and balance, and fuel planning.
• Ensure operations comply with FAA rules and procedures.
• Operate navigation and comms systems, obtain ATC clearances, monitor systems.
• Support CRM and maintain a professional cockpit environment.
• Provide passenger service from boarding to arrival.
• Complete post-flight records and documentation.
• Help maintain aircraft readiness and flight department presentation.
• Take on additional duties as assigned.

Skills

CRM proficiency

Flight planning

FAA regulations

Aircraft systems

Crew coordination

Tools

Flight management systems

Avionics suites

Job description

Kittle Property Group is seeking an experience Second in Command Pilot for the company's aviation team

Salary: $120,000+ Commensurate with Experience

EXPECTATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

Supports the organization's mission and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence and competence, collaboration, innovation, respect personalization, commitment to our community, and accountability and ownership.

Position Summary

Serve as the certified Second in Command Pilot (Challenger 3500) for the company aviation team

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist with preflight preparation and aircraft inspections, ensuring the aircraft is clean, properly stocked, and ready for each flight.


• Assist the Pilot in Command (PIC) with all phases of flight planning and operation, including weather and routing analysis, aircraft performance calculations, weight and balance, and fuel planning.


• Ensure all flight operations are conducted in accordance with applicable FAA regulations, company procedures, and established safety standards.


• Operate and monitor aircraft navigation and communication systems, obtain ATC clearances, and monitor aircraft systems and instruments throughout all phases of flight.


• Maintain effective crew coordination and Crew Resource Management (CRM), communicate openly with the PIC, and contribute to a professional, safety-first cockpit environment.


• Provide exceptional passenger service, ensuring passenger comfort, safety, and professionalism from boarding through arrival.


• Complete all required post-flight procedures, records, and documentation accurately and promptly.


• Assist in maintaining the overall readiness, appearance, and professional presentation of the aircraft and flight department.


• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications/Skills & Knowledge Requirements

• Commercial Pilot Certificate with Airplane Multi-Engine Land and Instrument Airplane ratings required.


• Current Second-Class FAA Medical Certificate or higher required.


• 2,500 hours total flight time preferred, with a minimum of 500 hours in multi-engine fixed-wing aircraft. Turbine experience preferred.


• CL-30 type rating preferred but not required.


• Strong knowledge of FAA regulations and corporate flight operations and procedures.


• Proficiency with Crew Resource Management (CRM), flight management systems, and modern avionics.


• Excellent communication, judgment, and decision-making skills, with the ability to work effectively in a professional, team-oriented flight department.

Physical Demands

• Class C Medical Certification (vision, hearing, blood pressure)

Work Environment

• Working near a small group of people for an extended period of time.


• May be required to spend several days away from home each week while working


• May have irregular schedules and work nonstandard hours.