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Gulfstream G550 Captain — San Jose (KSJC)
Gulfstream G550 Captain — San Jose (KSJC)
Solairus Aviation is seeking a full-time Captain to lead safe, world-class operations on a Gulfstream G550 based at KSJC in San Jose. Join a team renowned for safety, service, integrity, and professional teamwork while supporting a discerning client travel mission.
✈️ The Opportunity
As Captain, you will operate the Gulfstream G550 safely and prudently while upholding Solairus policies and all applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs). You will champion a proactive safety mindset, exceptional service, and seamless execution on every trip.
🧭 What You’ll Do
- Serve as Pilot in Command of the Gulfstream G550, safeguarding passengers, aircraft, and crew at all times.
- Review the aircraft’s maintenance status and airworthiness before each flight.
- Conduct thorough preflight inspections per the approved Aircraft Flight Manual.
- Plan and brief each mission, including route, weather, NOTAMs, performance, fuel, and alternates.
- Ensure strict adherence to Solairus procedures and applicable FARs.
- Execute international procedures in line with current ICAO standards and training.
- Accurately complete all trip paperwork and documentation per current procedures.
🧰 What You Bring
- Minimum flight time: 3,000 hours total; 1,500 hours PIC; 1,500 hours multi‑engine (land), including 500 hours multi‑engine PIC; 500 hours turbojet; 250 hours instrument.
- Type rating on the Gulfstream G550 or a comparable aircraft.
- Current FAA First-Class Medical Certificate.
- Annual completion of ICAO International Procedures training.
- Availability to work on an on-call basis.
- Primary residence within a two-hour drive of KSJC or willingness to relocate.
🌟 Why This Role
Be part of a tight-knit flight department where professionalism is paramount and your judgment, airmanship, and service excellence directly shape the passenger experience.
📍 Base & Operation
- Base: San Jose, California — Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (KSJC)
- Aircraft: Gulfstream G550
- Mission: Client travel, including international operations in accordance with ICAO procedures

