PILOT - PC24 PIC

Cutter Aviation, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An aviation services company is seeking a knowledgeable Pilot-in-Command (PIC) for a PC-24 Pilatus based in Phoenix. The ideal candidate will provide exceptional customer service while ensuring all safety and compliance requirements are met. Responsibilities include single pilot operations, liaising with management on aircraft operations, and adhering to a fixed schedule. Candidates should possess strong customer service skills and a valid 1st Class Medical. Experience with Turbojet aircraft is preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous Turbojet Type Rating and/or Turboprop experience preferred.
• Current 1st Class Medical or ability to qualify for one.
• No accidents, incidents or sanctions in the past 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Act as the PIC on the PC-24 aircraft for operations.
• Ensure compliance with FAA regulations and maintain records.
• Liaise with Cutter Flight Management on aircraft operations.
• Provide world-class customer service to clients.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Ability to multi-task

Self-starter

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Cutter Aviation has an immediate need for an energetic and knowledgeable aviation professional to serve as Pilot-in-Command [PIC] of a new PC-24 Pilatus based at our Phoenix Sky Harbor location. This position will involve single pilot operations supporting the owners travel requirements as well as charter flying. As PIC, you will be the primary face of Cutter Aviation and must be an exceptional relationship builder and communicator with the drive to provide world‑class customer service to the owner and our clients. The position also will require you to liaison with Cutter Flight Management regarding all phases of aircraft operations and support. He/she is the external representative of our company to our A/C owners, operators, business partners, and to the business aviation community.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Desire to provide world‑class service.
• Uncompromising commitment to Safety.
• Adhere to a fixed 15 day schedule with flexibility and willingness demand operations.
• Ability to adapt to rotating schedules and short notice callouts.
• PIC on the PC-24 in Part 91 and 135 on‑demand charter operations.
• Follow established procedures for reporting irregularities during flights, checks, and maintaining records.
• Ensuring compliance with FAA regulations pertaining to actual flight, qualifications, currency and fitness for flight as well as aircraft compliance.
• Additional administrative duties as assigned by Director of Operations and Chief Pilot.
• Previous Turbojet Type Rating and/or Turboprop experience preferred.
• Current 1st Class Medical or ability to qualify for one.
• No accidents, incidents or sanctions in the past 5 years.
• Knowledge of general aviation aircraft and their service requirements plus the needs of crews and passengers.
• Excellent customer service, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to train an SIC pilot to properly perform their functions.
• A sincere desire to assist customers and be part of a team.
• Self‑starter with the ability to work independently.
• Excellent ability to multi‑task.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Desired Qualifications

• Preference will be given to candidates with:
• 3000 Total Time hours
• 1500 PIC Hours
• 250 PIC Hours in turbine powered aircraft
• Previous experience in on demand charter operations
• Previous FSI or Simuflite Training

Other Requirements

• Able to pass a background check.
• Ability to pass a drug screening test.
• Must have High School Diploma or GED

Ideal candidate will have the following work styles

• Able to develop a friendly rapport.
• Persistence in the face of obstacles.
• Professional in appearance and mannerisms.
• A willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
• Being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
• Being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good‑natured, cooperative attitude.
• Being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
• Guiding oneself with little or no supervision and depending on oneself to get things done IAW acceptable techniques and methods.
• Maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior even in very difficult situations.
• Accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.