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Contour is a long-established aviation services company with a diverse range of capabilities. At Contour, our core values guide every action and decision. We are unwavering in our commitment to integrity and safety, which remains at the heart of all our business lines. Our team members exemplify an attitude of excellence, consistently striving to think like a customer. We believe there is strength in unity, and we work together as a team to achieve ambitious goals.

Full-Time Employee Benefits & Compensation Overview

As a full-time employee of Contour, you are eligible for the following benefits and programs:

Insurance

• Health, vision, and dental insurance, plus short/long-term disability and voluntary life insurance (effective the first day of the month following your hire date)

401(k) Savings Plan

• Eligibility begins the first day of the month following your hire date.

• The Company offers a matching contribution up to 6% of your eligible compensation.

• Enrollment guidelines and a 401(k) Enrollment Guide will be provided during onboarding.

Paid Sick Leave

• Accrual of up to 56 hours of paid sick leave per year.

• Unused sick leave rolls over annually until your sick bank reaches 480 hours.

Vested Vacation Hours

• Eligible to receive vacation hours on January 1st following your hire date.

• These hours will be vested and available for use in accordance with Company policies.

Non-Revenue/Space Available (NRSA) Travel Privileges

• NRSA (non-revenue/space available) travel privileges on Contour Airlines upon hire and access to MyID Travel after 6 months of service.

Leaves of Absence

• Eligible for various types of leave, including:

  • Medical Leave

  • Non-Medical Family Care Leave

  • Maternity and Paternity Leave

  • Personal Leave

• Detailed leave policies are outlined in the Contour Employee Handbook, which will be provided during onboarding.

Compensation Details

• Sign On Bonus (not available for internal candidates)

• Annual Retention Bonus

• Minimum Annual Guarantee with additional pay triggers

• Per leg incentive pay

• Domestic Per Diem: $3.14

• International Per Diem: $4.14

Equal Employment Opportunity

Contour is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, creed, sex, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, political affiliation, marital status, pregnancy, pre-disposing genetic characteristics, veteran status, military status, disability, gender identity or expression, familial status, criminal history, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other protected status.

Accommodations

Contour is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees. If you require accommodations during the application or onboarding process, please contact Human Resources at hr@flycontour.com.

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Summary of Essential Duties

This opportunity is open to experienced Captains seeking assignment to the Embraer Legacy 600 (EMB-135BJ) fleet. The position requires exceptional professionalism, sound judgment, leadership, and a demonstrated commitment to safety and customer service. Successful candidates will operate under 14 CFR Part 135 while representing the highest standards of the Company.

Key Responsibilities

• Place safety above all other operational priorities

• Serve as Pilot in Command in accordance with all applicable FAA regulations and Company policies

• Exercise final authority and responsibility for the safe operation of each assigned flight

• Conduct thorough preflight planning and operational risk assessments

• Ensure compliance with all Company manuals, policies, SOPs, and regulatory requirements

• Maintain aircraft cleanliness, readiness, and presentation standards

• Deliver exceptional customer service to passengers

• Foster a professional, collaborative crew environment utilizing effective Crew Resource Management (CRM)

• Mentor and develop assigned First Officers through professional leadership

• Perform additional duties as assigned by Company leadership.

• Total flight time: 3,000 hours.

• Pilot-in-command time: 1,500 hours

• Total Legacy / type time: 1,000 hours

• Pilot-in-command time in type: 250 hours

• Current and proficient in aircraft type

• Be at least 23 years of age

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and able to travel in and out of the country without restrictions.

• Possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently; proficiency in Spanish is a plus but not required.

• Possess polished and professional interpersonal skills with a positive, customer-focused attitude.

• Strong leadership, organizational, and time management skills.

• Ability to effectively interact with a variety of personalities while maintaining a high level of professionalism.

• Self-motivated with the ability to motivate others.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team-oriented environment.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, delivered with professionalism and tact.

• Must pass a DOT-required pre-employment drug screening and be willing to submit to and pass FAA and Company-mandated random drug and alcohol testing.

• Ability to pass a 10-year work history background check, as well as criminal history and fingerprint checks, as required by the TSA.

• Must adhere to all safety regulations and work in a professional manner, complying with OSHA, EPA, state, and federal regulatory requirements.

• Hold a valid Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate

• Hold a current PIC type rating applicable to the Embraer Legacy 600 (EMB-135BJ / EMB-145 series aircraft)

• Current First-Class FAA Medical Certificate

• English Proficiency Endorsement (EPE)

• Maintain current qualification and proficiency in aircraft type

• Comply with ICAO age restrictions for international operations

• Current valid passport

• No excessive checkride failures

Schedule

• Ability to work flexible schedules, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and irregular shifts as operational needs dictate

• The schedule is an 8-on / 6-off rotation. Requested schedule preferences are not available during normal schedule construction

Selection Process

Applicants will be required to:

• Apply through the Contour Aviation careers portal

• Submit an updated pilot résumé including current flight time

• Complete a technical interview conducted by the Chief Pilot’s Office and/or Flight Standards

• Complete a panel interview with representatives from the Chief Pilot’s Office, Charter Operations, and Charter Sales

Assignment to the Legacy fleet is not automatic. All applicants, including pilots currently operating the Legacy, will be evaluated through the same selection process and against the same qualification and performance standards.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature and level of work required for the referenced position; they are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in the position. Please be advised that the duties and expectations of this position may be subject to change.