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Solairus Aviation

Challenger 300 Captain — Washington Dulles (KIAD), VA

✈️ Challenger 300 Captain — Washington Dulles (KIAD), VA

Solairus Aviation is seeking a seasoned Captain to operate a Challenger 300 based at Washington Dulles International Airport (KIAD). In this full-time, on-call role, you will lead safe, efficient operations, deliver an exceptional passenger experience, and uphold the highest standards of regulatory compliance and airmanship. Primary residence must be within a two-hour drive of KIAD or you must be willing to relocate.

  • Location: Dulles, Virginia, United States
  • Base: Washington Dulles International Airport (KIAD)
  • Employment: Full-time
  • Schedule: On-call; mission-driven
  • Residency: Within a 2-hour drive of KIAD or willing to relocate

🧭 What you’ll do

  • Serve as Pilot in Command of the Challenger 300, ensuring the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and passenger care.
  • Plan and conduct flights in accordance with Solairus Aviation policies and applicable Federal Aviation Regulations.
  • Review aircraft maintenance status and perform thorough preflight inspections per the approved Aircraft Flight Manual.
  • Evaluate weather, NOTAMs, and facilities; determine alternates and fuel requirements for each mission.
  • Exercise sound judgment, CRM, and risk management in domestic and international operations.
  • Lead by example in the cockpit and cabin, fostering a safety-first, service-oriented culture.
  • Complete accurate, timely trip paperwork and ensure all documentation is current and compliant.

🧰 What you’ll bring

  • Experience: Total time 3,000+ hours; PIC 1,500+ hours; MEL 1,500+ hours; MEL PIC 500+ hours; Turbojet 500+ hours; Instrument 250+ hours.
  • Qualifications: Type rating in the Challenger 300 or comparable aircraft.
  • Medical: Current First Class Medical.
  • Training: Ability to complete ICAO International Procedures training annually.
  • Availability: Comfortable working on an on-call basis to support dynamic flight operations.
  • Location: Primary residence within a two-hour drive of KIAD or willingness to relocate.
  • Administration: Strong attention to detail for accurate trip paperwork and records management.

🌟 Why you’ll love flying with Solairus

Join a safety-driven team known for meticulous standards, professional crews, and exceptional client service. You’ll operate a well-maintained Challenger 300 from a premier Washington, D.C.–area base with the support of an organization that values sound judgment, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

📨 Ready to apply?

Bring your Challenger 300 expertise, leadership, and commitment to safety to Solairus Aviation. Be prepared to share your resume/CV, flight time breakdown, current type ratings, and First Class Medical upon request.

Solairus Aviation is an equal opportunity employer. This description summarizes key responsibilities and qualifications and is not exhaustive.