Pilot in Command Challenger 3500

Executive Jet Management; West Mifflin (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 200,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with 67% match

Health savings account

Flexible spending accounts

Prescription drug benefit plan

Life insurance and AD&D

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Loss of license coverage

Paid Parental Leave

14 days of paid time off

Job summary

Executive Jet Management is seeking a Challenger 3500 PIC based in Allegheny, PA (KAGC). The role requires 4–6 years in corporate aviation, an FAA Type rating, and the ability to meet essential functions. You will plan flights, manage weights and balances, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

The PIC is responsible for a safe, compliant operation and delivering exceptional service to owners and passengers, with a base salary range of $200,000–$210,000.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of experience in corporate/business aviation.
• FAA Type rating for applicable fleet.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Flight time and PIC requirements: 3500+ hours total, MEL 1500, PIC MEL 500, Instrument 300, Jet 500.

Responsibilities

• Ensures safe operation of flight and regulatory compliance.
• Performs flight planning, performance, and weight and balance for each assignment.
• Leads CRM/TEM communications and coordinates with crew and ground staff.
• Maintains aircraft records, checks maintenance status, and logs discrepancies.
• Delivers high levels of customer service to owners and passengers.

Skills

Corporate aviation experience

FAA Type rating

Flight operations planning

CRM proficiency

Safety/compliance mindset

Ability to perform essential functions

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 seeking qualified candidates for a Challenger 3500 aircraft based at Allegheny, PA (KAGC). The established aircraft owner has owned various planes over the last 30 years and flies primarily domestic. This is a three pilot account supported by a Maintenance Technician flying part 135.

The Pilot in Command (PIC) holds final responsibility to ensure aircraft is operated in a safe, compliant and efficient manner. The PIC complies with all company and regulatory requirements while delivering an exceptional service experience.

Tasks And Responsibilities

Ensures the Safe Operation of Flight

• 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 Grounds 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 meets 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

• 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.

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.

Years Of Experience

4-6 years of experience

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Other (KSAOs)

• Prior experience in corporate/business aviation preferred
• FAA Type rating in applicable fleet
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of 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
$200,000 - $210,000

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 matched by EJM
• 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.