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Passionate about aviation? So are we! "Aviators Doing Aviation" is more than a trademark; it's at the core of what we do.

We inspire our team members and our communities to fall in love with aviation and to become prominent members of the aviation community. We do so in many forms, such as our Employee Flight Department which operates three aircraft owned by the employees, allowing team members throughout the company to obtain their licenses, hone their flying skills, or just head out of town for a weekend with friends or family.

We strive for excellence in everything we do, including our work culture. We commit to a positive work environment for all of our employees, and encourage their personal and professional development. If you’re looking to join a team that is characterized by qualities like professionalism, integrity, perseverance, service, and enthusiasm then ACI Jet is the place for you. We value our team, and know how to have fun in the process.

Think you have what it takes to keep up? We like your attitude, and that’s one of the most important qualities that we’re looking for in prospective employees. ACI Jet unlocks a world of opportunities to further your aviation career, so if you have what it takes to work for us, we'll work for you, too.

A Challenger 604 Captain is responsible for performing duties as a Part 91/135 aircraft pilot in a safe and efficient manner. This position will include operating applicable type rated aircraft on behalf of ACI Jet while maintaining a positive and productive relationship with ACI Jet’s employees, vendors, and clients by personally performing these duties.

The Challenger 604 Captain will report directly to the account Lead Captain (Aircraft and Crew Manager - ACM)

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Operates ACI Jet aircraft in a safe and efficient manner while in compliance with all company rules and regulations, manufacturers’ limitations and manuals, governmental rules and regulations, and any other requirements of agencies having jurisdiction over the flight
• Coordinate with ACI Jet Flight Dispatch personnel to ensure that the goals and objectives relating to assigned flight operations are achieved and carried out in accordance with applicable policies and procedures
• Provide unparalleled courtesy, professionalism and customer service to ACI Jet Charter clients and owners
• Ensures that Electronic Flight Bag(s) (EFB) are kept current with the latest navigation and application dates
• Remain knowledgeable relative to the applicable portions of the ACI Jet Air Carrier Operations Manual (ACOM)
• Ensure that a proper preflight inspection has been accomplished prior to takeoff including but not limited to the aircraft, its publications, documentation, equipment, passenger service items, fuel, weather conditions at destination, enroute, alternate airports and departure points, customs, permits, and airport/runway suitability

HERE'S THE TYPE OF PERSON WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• 3,500 hours total time
• 2,000 hours PIC
• 1,500 hours multi-engine PIC
• 300 hours instrument
• 500 hours turbine
• CL-604 Type Rating highly desired
• Must have a current and valid Pilot’s Certificate with an English proficient endorsement.
• For this account, all applicants must meet the requirements of ICAO Annex I, Section 2.1.10
• Must have a valid ATP rating
• Must be able to maintain a First Class Medical
• Must be able to maintain a valid United States Passport
• Must have a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or have 3-5 years of professional aviation experience.
• Must be able to work as a part of a team in a high stress, fast paced environment
• Must be willing to live within 90 minutes of San Luis Obispo Regional Airport (KSBP)
• Must be highly motivated and organized

WHAT YOUR COMPENSATION, BENEFITS, AND PERKS WILL BE:

• Full Benefits (Medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, paid time off, continuing education, and flying club). 

Equal Employment Opportunity

ACI Jet is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on any protected characteristic, including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, sex, gender, age, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodations are provided for qualified applicants with disabilities unless doing so would cause undue hardship; contact HR for details.

Pay: $200,000.00 - $250,000.00/yr | DOE