Pilot in Command — Elite Corporate Flight Leader

Carter Machinery, Inc.

Mechanicsville (VA)

On-site

USD 180,000 - 220,000

Full time

6 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match
Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Referral Bonus
Tool Allowances

Job summary

Carter Machinery Co. Inc. in Richmond, VA is seeking a Pilot to join our flight operations team.

This role requires leadership as Pilot in Command on CL-30 missions, delivering safe, high‑quality service to passengers while upholding Carter values on every trip. The successful candidate will bring advanced certifications, extensive flight hours, and strong CRM skills to plan flights, conduct inspections, and coordinate with regulators.

Qualifications

  • Minimum five years private/transport flight experience.
  • Minimum 2,000 hours total time; minimum 1,000 multi-engine turbine hours.
  • FAA Airline Transport Pilot License (ATP).
  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • Challenger 300/350 type rating; 500+ hours CL-30 experience.
  • Prior corporate or charter experience preferred.
  • International operations experience preferred.
  • Passport and travel eligibility to EU, Canada, Caribbean.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as Pilot in Command on CL-30 missions with safety and professionalism.
  • Operate aircraft transporting passengers as scheduled.
  • Plan and execute flights in compliance with Part 91 and SOPs.
  • Lead preflight planning including performance, weight & balance, weather/NOTAMs and fuel strategy.
  • Perform pre- and post-flight inspections of engines, hydraulics and systems.
  • Mentor crew, maintain a calm, client-focused cockpit culture.
  • Deliver white-glove service and uphold Carter values on every trip.
  • Coordinate with FAA, NTSB, DOT and other agencies.
  • Submit required paperwork timely; support continuous improvement.
  • Relocate within base radius if required.

Skills

CRM leadership
Safety leadership
Flight experience

Education

Bachelor's degree
ATP license

Tools

Challenger 300/350 type rating
Gulfstream 600 / Citation Encore experience

Job description

Carter Machinery Co. Inc. in Richmond, VA is seeking a Pilot to join our flight operations team.

This role requires leadership as Pilot in Command on CL-30 missions, delivering safe, high‑quality service to passengers while upholding Carter values on every trip. The successful candidate will bring advanced certifications, extensive flight hours, and strong CRM skills to plan flights, conduct inspections, and coordinate with regulators.

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