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Challenger 604 Captain (PIC) — KSNA Base | 10 On / 10 Off

✈️ Challenger 604 Captain (PIC) at STA Jets

STA Jets is hiring a safety-first, service-driven Captain (Pilot in Command) for a Bombardier Challenger 604 based at KSNA (John Wayne Airport, Orange County). You’ll lead missions with professionalism, elevate the passenger experience, and thrive on a consistent 10 on / 10 off schedule.

  • Base: KSNA — John Wayne Airport (Orange County)
  • Posting location: Costa Mesa, California
  • Schedule: 10 on / 10 off
  • Compensation: $185,000–$225,000 DOE
  • Employment: Full-time

🧭 What you’ll do

  • Serve as Pilot in Command with a relentless commitment to safety and best industry practices.
  • Deliver a seamless, high-touch passenger experience on every flight.
  • Represent STA Jets’ culture and brand with professionalism at all times.
  • Adapt quickly to evolving schedules and operational needs.
  • Empower, respect, and collaborate with fellow team members.
  • Pursue continuous improvement and growth within the company.

🧰 What you’ll bring

  • Certificates: Airline Transport Pilot Certificate (Multi-Engine Land) and current FAA First Class Medical.
  • Type rating: CL-604 PIC Type Rating (ATP unrestricted).
  • Flight-time minimums: 4,000 hours total time; 3,000 hours multi-engine total; 2,000 hours fixed-wing multi-engine PIC; 250 hours PIC in type.
  • Residency: Must reside in Southern California.
  • Work authorization: U.S. residence or valid U.S. work authorization.

🌟 What’s on offer

  • Pay: $185,000–$225,000 base, commensurate with experience.
  • Roster: 10 on / 10 off.
  • 401(k): 100% company match up to 4% of salary.
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage — 100% company-paid.
  • Loss of medical insurance: disability pays 65% of annual income for up to five years.
  • Two weeks of vacation per year.
  • Relocation assistance is not provided.

📍 Where you’ll be based

  • Base airport: KSNA — John Wayne Airport, Orange County, CA
  • Posting location: Costa Mesa, California
  • Residency: Southern California residence required

📝 Application checklist

Be ready to confirm and provide the following during the application process:

  • Three years of verifiable work history.
  • Disclosures regarding felony or DUI convictions, accidents/incidents, and any failed Part 121 or 135 check rides.
  • ATP license and FAA First-Class Medical currency.
  • Challenger 604 type rating status, plus total time and PIC time in type.
  • Earliest availability and most recent type-training date.
  • U.S. residence or valid U.S. work authorization.
  • International flight-operations experience (if applicable).
  • Closest major airport for airline travel.

📨 Ready to apply?

If you meet the minimums and excel in a safety-first, service-focused flight department, we’d love to hear from you.

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