Aircraft and Crew Manager / Captain | Challenger 605

Position Summary

The Aircraft and Crew Manager / Captain is responsible for the leadership, development, and operational oversight of an assigned Challenger 605 aircraft and flight crew while serving as a pilot in Part 91 and Part 135 operations. This position combines active flight duties with aircraft management, crew leadership, owner relations, maintenance coordination, and operational oversight.

Schedule

• Full-time.
• Must reside or relocate within a two-hour drive of San Luis Obispo County Airport (KSBP).

Responsibilities

• Serve as PIC or SIC when assigned.
• Safely operate managed aircraft in accordance with company procedures, manufacturer limitations, and applicable regulations.
• Oversee the overall relationship with the aircraft owner and support owner travel requirements.
• Recruit or assist with recruiting flight crewmembers for the assigned account.
• Assign crews to aircraft operations and maintain an appropriate distribution of workload.
• Ensure assigned crewmembers remain qualified and competent in their duties.
• Mentor pilots and support their professional development.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for the assigned aircraft type.
• Coordinate with Flight Operations Management and the aircraft owner to support successful operations.
• Oversee aircraft maintenance in coordination with the Director of Maintenance.
• Ensure the aircraft is properly equipped and prepared for client operations.
• Monitor aircraft revenue and expenses against owner expectations.
• Review monthly accounting invoices and prepare required owner reports.
• Respond to operational questions from Dispatch, Maintenance, and flight crews.
• Provide professional service to aircraft owners and charter clients.
• Maintain knowledge of applicable SOPs and General Operations and Maintenance Manual procedures.
• Complete required preflight reviews of the aircraft, documentation, equipment, fuel, weather, customs, permits, and airport/runway suitability.

Requirements

• FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate with English Proficient endorsement.
• FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
• Minimum 3,500 hours Total Time.
• Minimum 2,000 hours PIC.
• Minimum 1,500 hours Multi-Engine.
• Minimum 300 hours Instrument.
• Meet ICAO Annex I, Section 2.1.10 requirements.
• Meet all EJM Charter Pilot eligibility requirements.
• Valid United States passport.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university OR 3–5 years of professional aviation experience.
• Must reside or relocate within a two-hour drive of KSBP.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• CL-604 Type Rating highly desired.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) matching.
• Paid time off.
• Continuing education.

Compensation