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Title: Pilot Second in Command Falcon 6X

Company: Executive Jet Management

Area of Interest: Crewmembers

Location: Wheeling, IL, US, 60090

About EJM

EJM has been a pioneer in aircraft management and worldwide jet charter services since 1977. As a subsidiary of NetJets, we are part of the world's largest private aviation infrastructure, with unrivaled resources and operational stability. Our business is rooted in the core principles of safety, service, and integrity—principles that we deliver on daily for our customers and employees.

Purpose of Position

Executive Jet Management (EJM), a Berkshire Hathaway company, is seeking a qualified Second in Command (SIC) to join a Falcon 6X flight department based in Chicago, Illinois (KPWK). This is a unique opportunity to fly one of the newest and most advanced business aircraft in the industry while supporting an established account.

This three-pilot account, supported by a dedicated Maintenance Technician, operates under both Part 91 and Part 135 regulations and offers a dynamic mix of domestic and international flying.

The SIC is responsible for supporting the safe, efficient, and professional operation of all flight assignments while ensuring an exceptional passenger experience. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to safety, operational excellence, and superior customer service.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Perform pilot duties in accordance with the Company GOM, FAA Regulations, Operations Specifications, Flight Manuals, etc., and other instructions pertinent to their duties. Responsible for assuring that the company’s goals for safety, security and quality are met by continual compliance with the company Safety management System (SMS) program and reporting through the appropriate process any safety, security or quality recommendations or non-compliance observations.
• Responsible for the post‑flight of the aircraft interior, to include, but not limited to, removal of all debris from the cockpit area, removal of ice, coffee, and catering from the aircraft and reporting any interior equipment discrepancies to the PIC.
• Arrange and obtain cabin items including catering required for a flight as identified by the Flight Operations Center. Provide the highest level of customer service at all times.
• Coordinate all work schedules and schedule changes with the Chief Pilot. Log and report flight and duty times. Report all commercial flying performed outside the Company to the Flight Operations Center for inclusion in the Flight and Duty Time Records.
• Maintain and provide the Flight Operations Training Department with a copy of his/her First Class Medical Certificate by the twentieth (20th) of the month due.

Note:

It is not possible to list all required job duties on this form. There may be other important duties assigned, depending on the position. For a list of essential job functions, please refer to the essential functions document for this job.

Certifications and LicensesKnowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other (KSAOs)

• Strong prioritizing and organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple & high level priorities
• Must maintain a valid Medical certificate
• Will be required to obtain a FAA Type rating in the applicable Fleet type
• Upholds a service standard in a strict & changing regulatory environment
• Total flight time: 2500 hours
• Multi Engine Land (MEL): 500 hours
• Pilot in Command: 500 hours
• Instrument: 150 hours
• Jet: 250 hours
• Turbine Engine: 100 hours
• Time in Type: 50 hours
• Preference given to local candidates with aFalcon rating and similar aircraft size experience.

Base Salary Range

The salary range will vary based on experience. The range for a large/heavy cabin aircraft is $125,000 to $325,000.

How EJM Supports You

At EJM, we believe that how you do something is as important as what you do. That's why we foster a collaborative company culture, where leadership is accessible, employee opinions are valued, and relationships matter. We encourage employee growth, recognize the importance of work‑life balance, and take pride in being a career destination.

To ensure our employees are taken care of at work and at home, we offer a comprehensive package of premium benefits, including:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, available with no monthly premiums
• 401(k) plan, with 67% of every dollar you contribute matched by EJM
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Life insurance and AD&D benefits
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Loss of license coverage
• 14 days of paid time off, available on first day of employment

Executive Jet Management is an equal opportunity employer.

To ensure a safe environment, we conduct pre-employment drug screening and background checks.