Behind every seamless journey, is the perfect team. Since 1983, Jet Aviation Staffing has been supporting the industry’s most prominent aviation companies by attracting and placing top talent. With thousands of direct hire placements of crew members, maintenance professionals, support staff, management and executive positions, and many more disciplines, we continue to perfect the art of staffing. When you want to find the very best career opportunity, you can rely on a team of dedicated professionals. On behalf of our external customers, Jet Aviation Staffing upholds in-depth and extensive standards to ensure we are recommending the best talent. Dedicated to the details, our expertise ensures a perfect career opportunity match for each of our candidates and a seamless experience for our customer.
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Lead Captain to oversee all operations within the department. This position is responsible for maintaining high standards of safety, training, scheduling, and operational efficiency while balancing a 50% flying and 50% administrative workload.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead personnel management, including performance reviews, hiring, mentoring, and salary coordination.
- Oversee pilot training, scheduling, and professional development, including the management of currency, line checks, and ongoing training.
- Coordinate flight crew schedules, vacations, and operational needs.
- Serve as PIC and SIC for assigned aircraft and ensure crew qualifications.
- Lead flight department audits and IS-BAO recertification processes.
- Manage flight department reports and ensure timely and accurate tracking of operational data.
- Oversee different flight requests and ensure compliance with customer requirements.
- Collaborate with the Maintenance Management to ensure aircraft are maintained, serviced, and cleaned.
- Participate in professional development activities, including conferences and leadership initiatives.
Qualifications:
- Must possess an ATP with appropriate Corporate Aircraft Type Rating
- Obtain and maintain an FAA First Class Medical
- 7000 hours Total Fixed Wing
- 7-10 years of aviation experience
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- Experience in flight department management, including scheduling, training, and operations.
- Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners.
- Commitment to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Jet Aviation provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
