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Solairus Aviation

Gulfstream G650ER Captain – Van Nuys (KVNY), California

Gulfstream G650ER Captain

Location: Van Nuys, CA (KVNY), United States

Employment: Full-time

Base: On-site; primary residence within a 2-hour drive of KVNY or willingness to relocate

Schedule: On-call; domestic and international operations

Solairus Aviation is seeking a seasoned Gulfstream G650ER Captain to join a tight-knit team in Van Nuys, California. You’ll help deliver exceptional, safety-first private air travel while upholding Solairus’ culture of safety, service, and integrity.

✈️ Role Overview

As Captain, you will lead all phases of flight operations on a Gulfstream G650ER, ensuring safe, efficient, and discreet travel for clients. You’ll partner closely with your crew and operations staff to maintain the highest standards of professionalism and compliance.

🧭 What You’ll Do

  • Exercise final authority and responsibility for the safe operation of the G650ER on every flight.
  • Review aircraft maintenance status and ensure airworthiness prior to departure.
  • Conduct thorough pre-flight inspections in accordance with the approved Aircraft Flight Manual.
  • Plan each flight meticulously, including weather, NOTAMs, routes, and facilities at departure, destination, and alternates.
  • Ensure full compliance with Solairus policies, procedures, and all applicable Federal Aviation Regulations.
  • Uphold the safety and comfort of passengers while fostering a professional, service-oriented cabin environment.
  • Accurately complete all trip paperwork and operational reports in a timely manner.
  • Maintain readiness for on-call operations and complete required recurrent training, including annual ICAO International Procedures.

🧰 What You Bring

  • Type rating on the Gulfstream G650ER or a comparable aircraft.
  • Current First Class Medical.
  • Ability to work on an on-call basis and operate internationally.
  • Primary residence within a 2-hour drive of KVNY (or willingness to relocate).

🧰 Flight Time Minimums

  • 3,000 hours total time
  • 1,500 hours Pilot-in-Command (PIC)
  • 1,500 hours multi-engine land (MEL)
  • 500 hours MEL PIC
  • 500 hours in turbojet
  • 250 hours instrument

🌟 Why Join Solairus

Be part of a professional flight department that prioritizes uncompromising safety, exemplary service, and integrity on every mission. You’ll join a collaborative team that supports your success and professionalism on the flight deck and beyond.

📨 Ready to Apply?

If you meet the qualifications above and are ready to captain a world-class G650ER operation out of Van Nuys, we’d like to hear from you. Submit your application and credentials to be considered.