Quick Upgrade Captain

Delux Public Charter, LLC; City of White Plains (NY); On-site; USD 43,200 - 62,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training pay

Per diem

Health benefits

Travel benefits

401(k) match

Generous PTO

Pilot perks

Job summary

JSX is seeking a Quick Upgrade Captain to pilot our innovative aviation experiences. You will ensure safe operations, deliver outstanding customer service, and collaborate with dispatch and ground teams to support a smooth travel experience.

Role emphasizes training during which daily pay applies, followed by line pay with productivity bonuses, comprehensive health benefits, travel perks, and a clear path toward captain progression.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Minimum 2,500 fixed-wing total flight hours
• Minimum 500 multi-engine hours
• Minimum 500 hours turbine PIC
• Minimum 100 hours within the last 12 months
• No FAA violations, accidents, incidents, or suspensions
• No significant training/check-ride failures

Responsibilities

• Review flight details and NOTAMs; coordinate with Captain on departure/arrival strategies.
• Perform all required pre-flight checks, safety procedures and flows.
• Operate aircraft in compliance with FAA regulations and JSX SOPs; maintain real-time comms with Dispatch, Ground Ops, ATC and crew.
• Assist with baggage handling or other duties at smaller airports when ground support is limited.
• Log maintenance updates in Traxxall and communicate critical updates to Mission Control.

Job description

Job Description

This Is How We Fly At JSX, we’re not just a lifestyle carrier – we’re a lifestyle employer. Here, entrepreneurship meets determination, and excellence is our standard. We believe that the journey is just as important as the destination, and every day, we strive to create a Joyful, Simple eXperience for our Customers. Join us, and find your runway to growth, innovation, and success.

About the Role

As a Quick Upgrade Captain, you’ll be at the controls of one of the most innovative aviation experiences in the industry. Your mission is to operate our aircraft safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with all regulations, while delivering exceptional service to every flight. Typical schedules average 3‑5 legs per day over 14‑16 days per month, prioritizing work‑life balance and ensuring you return to your home base every night.

A Day in the Life

Pre‑Flight Preparation

Your day begins one hour prior to departure, giving you ample time to:

• Review key flight details in Traxxall, including maintenance status, NOTAMs, fuel loads, weather conditions, and routing.
• Collaborate with the Captain to discuss departure and arrival strategies, including diversion planning if needed.
• Perform all required pre‑flight checks, safety procedures, and flows to ensure the aircraft is clear.

In‑Flight Operations

Operate the aircraft in full compliance with FAA regulations, JSX SOPs, and industry safety standards. Maintain real‑time communication with Mission Control (Dispatch), Ground Operations, ATC, and your Flight Attendant. Serve as the secondary voice to the Captain in decision‑making, ready to act quickly and confidently in dynamic conditions.

Post‑Flight Duties

• Assist with quick turn tasks, including light cabin tidying: clean tray tables, cross seatbelts, collect trash, and support the Flight Attendant as needed to ensure an on‑time departure.
• Log any maintenance in Traxxall and communicate critical updates to Mission Control.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Participating in recurrent training and performance evaluations to maintain proficiency and grow in your career.
• Stepping in to assist with baggage handling or other duties at smaller airports where ground support is limited.
• Consistently representing JSX with the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and customer service, both in and out of the flight deck.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• You’re more than a number: at JSX, you’re a valued crewmember, not just a call sign.
• No two days are the same: every flight brings unique challenges and opportunities to shine.
• You’re part of the entire customer journey, delivering hospitality in the air and on the ground.
• Path to Captain: when operational need arises, you will be the first to upgrade and step into the left seat.

What Makes a Successful Quick Upgrade Captain?

• Adaptable: thrive in fast‑paced, dynamic environments.
• Detail‑Oriented: nothing gets past you, from preflight checks to final shutdown.
• Critical Thinker: quickly assess situations and make sound, safety‑first decisions.
• Customer‑Centric: take pride in making every passenger feel welcomed and cared for.
• Communicative: share information clearly and keep everyone in the loop.
• Proactive: anticipate needs, take initiative, and solve problems before they arise.
• Safety‑Focused: instinctively prioritize safety in every action and hold yourself and others accountable.
• Entrepreneurial Spirit: bring energy, ownership, and creativity to your role, always looking for ways to improve processes and elevate the customer experience.

Required Experience

• High School Diploma/GED
• Minimum 2,500 fixed‑wing total flight hours
• Minimum 500 multi‑engine hours
• Minimum 500 hours turbine PIC
• Minimum 100 hours within the last 12 months
• No FAA violations, accidents, incidents, or suspensions
• No significant training/check‑ride failures

Preferred Experience

• 3,000+ total time
• 1,000+ multi‑engine hours
• Embraer 135/145 experience

Skill, Licenses, & Certifications

• Valid FAA Pilot Certificate appropriate to the aircraft and operating position held.
• Current and valid Driver’s license and Passport.
• Current and valid FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
• Current and valid ATP or Commercial Multi‑Engine Certificate.
• Current and valid FCC Radio Operator’s Permit.

Pay & Perks

Compensation throughout training is $150.00 (+per diem) daily, which increases to $259.00 (+ per diem) daily on the line. You are guaranteed a 14‑day minimum per month salary. For additional pay, you are eligible for productivity pay and quarterly bonuses.

Health Benefits

• New crewmembers become eligible for coverage on the first of the month following the start date, with medical plans beginning at just $110/month.
• 100% employer‑paid dental & vision.
• Up to $2,100 annually for HSA contribution.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage at no cost.

Travel Benefits

• Enjoy free non‑revenue standby travel on JSX, plus deeply discounted standby travel on other major domestic & international airlines for you and your qualifying immediate family.

401(k) Match

50% of your first 8%.

Generous PTO

Take time to recharge with our flexible PTO plan.

Pilot Perks

• Uniform allowance provided to new hires with annual replenishment, along with an EFB (iPad) issued at no cost.
• Company‑paid KCM badge and Jumpseat/CASS participant.
• Incentive pay for being called to fly on all days past a 14‑16 day average and additional hours over an 8‑hour average duty day.

Additional Information

May perform other responsibilities as assigned. Responsibilities and duties may change when circumstances dictate (emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs, technical developments, etc).

EEO Statement

JSX seeks to provide equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment, as well as to ensure that all personnel activities—such as the recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotion, transfer, layoff and termination processes—remain free of illegal discrimination and harassment based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and national origin.