Flight Instructor Jobs in Seattle, WA (NOW HIRING)

Company Information

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of premium light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates and provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.

Employment with PACCAR includes a full range of industry leading benefits to include medical, dental and vision care, 401(K) matching contributions, a pension, paid vacation and sick time and tuition assistance. PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity/Protected Veteran/Disability employer.

Privately owned aviation support has been a part of PACCAR business for decades. Our 18-person team provides FAA Part 91 business travel support for all divisions of PACCAR. We operate two Gulfstream G280 aircraft from Seattle, WA and one Falcon 50EX from Denton, TX.

Requisition Summary

Seattle base Chief Pilot for FAA Part 91 corporate flight department operating three aircraft from two bases.

Our Chief Pilot at the Seattle base is retiring at the end of May 2026.  We would like to identify a replacement candidate soon, to provide a smooth transition for our people and seamless operation at the Seattle base.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Reports to the Director of Aviation
• Direct supervisor for five Seattle-based pilots
• Management teammate with the Denton Chief Pilot and the Director of Maintenance
• Be accessible to all department employees.
• Remain informed of the latest developments with the business aviation community, including 14CFR, federal, state, local and foreign regulations affecting operations.
• Actively participate in management of the department Safety Management System (SMS).
• Revise and facilitate compliance with standard operating procedures (SOP's) and checklists.
• Maintain digital and hard-copy manuals and documentation for aircraft operation.
• Supervise Initial and Recurrent flight crew training.  Manage business relationships with our training providers.
• Coordinate weekly with the Scheduler regarding crew scheduling and training, aircraft licensing, etc.
• Assist with the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts.
• Complete annual departmental and corporate training.
• Work a nonstandard schedule.
• International and possible overseas travel.
• Other aviation management duties as assigned.
  

Physical Demands

• Working indoors and outdoors in all types of weather.
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, pushing and pulling.
• Lifting up to 50 lbs.
  

Qualifications

• Must have the right to live and work in the United States
• Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL).
• Current FAA First Class medical certificate.
• Multi Engine Land (MEL) rating and appropriate type rating.
• Current Pilot in Command (PIC) proficiency endorsements (FAR 61.58).
• Minimum 5000 hours total flight time.
• 3000 hours Turbine powered multi-engine.
• Speak and understand radiotelephony communications as per ICAO Annex 1.
• Ability to pass TSA and Port of Seattle background screening for ID badge and ramp driving privileges.
• Valid passport and driver's license.
  

Skills Required

• Excellent Communication skills.
• Self-starter, with a team-oriented nature
• Supervisory experience.
• Strong customer service skills, attention to detail, adaptability
• Excellent follow-through and responsiveness.
• Environmental awareness and stewardship.

Preferred Experience

• Current Gulfstream G280 type rating.
• Flight Instructor / Training Captain experience in large turbojet aircraft.
• Safety Management Systems (SMS) and risk assessment.

Competencies

• Act with Integrity
• Demonstrate Adaptability
• Drive for Results
• Influence Others
• Lead Innovation and Quality Initiatives
• Manage Execution
• Manage Talent
• Use Sound Judgment / Business Acumen

Education

• Associates Degree Required. Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Proficiency with business software including Adobe Acrobat, MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams and PowerPoint

Benefits

As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:

• 401k with up to a 5% company match
• Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
• Comprehensive paid time off - minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
• Paid short-and long-term disability programs
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
• This position is also eligible for a holiday gift

Additional Job Information

PACCAR is an E-Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability. At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors including your education, training, or experience. The salary range for this position is $151,500-$248,500  annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above.