Pilot in Command Gulfstream 280

Executive Jet Management, Inc.; Stratford (CT); On-site; USD 220,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

HSA

Job summary

Executive Jet Management, a Berkshire Hathaway company, seeks qualified pilots for a Gulfstream 280 base at Bridgeport-Sikorsky Airport, CT (KBDR). Two-pilot account; maintenance technician support; owner with a steady schedule. PIC holds final responsibility for safe, compliant operations and exceptional service.

The role requires 4–6 years in corporate aviation, an FAA Type rating, and extensive flight time across jet operations. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits provided.

Qualifications

• Total flight time 3500 hours required.
• PIC MEL 500 hours minimum.
• Instrument rating 300 hours minimum.
• FAA Type rating in applicable fleet required.
• 4-6 years of corporate/business aviation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure crewing and trip assignments comply with company and regulatory requirements.
• Complete flight planning, performance and weight and balance tasks for each assignment.
• Lead briefings using the TPC process to mitigate operational risks.
• Comply with SOPs and coordinate with personnel; act as Security Coordinator as defined by policy.
• Record aircraft discrepancies and maintain airworthiness status per SOPs.

Skills

Total flight time 3500

PIC hours 2000

MEL hours 1500

Instrument hours 300

Jet experience 500

Education

FAA Type rating

Job description

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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 Gulfstream 280 aircraft based at Bridgeport-Sikorsky Airport, CT (KBDR). This is a two pilot account supported by a Maintenance Technician flying part 91 for an owner with a steady schedule.

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 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:

• 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.

Note:

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
• 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

Super-Mid

$220-230

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.

To ensure our employees are taken care of at work and at home, we offer a comprehensive package of premium benefits, including:

• 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)
• Life insurance and AD&DD benefits
• Short‑term disability
• Long‑term disability
• Loss of license coverage
• 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.