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Gulfstream GIV Captain – Oakland, CA (KOAK)

✈️ Gulfstream GIV Captain – Oakland, CA (KOAK)

Solairus Aviation is seeking a full-time Gulfstream GIV Captain to join our Oakland-based operation at KOAK. You will lead safe, compliant, and service-focused flights for discerning clients while upholding Solairus’ core values of safety, service, and integrity.

  • Employer: Solairus Aviation
  • Location: Oakland, California, United States
  • Base: KOAK
  • Employment: Full-time
  • Schedule: On-call; domestic and international operations
  • Salary: $50,000–$500,000, depending on geography, experience, aircraft, duties, training, and assigned account

🧭 What you’ll do

  • Serve as Captain on the Gulfstream GIV, ensuring safe and prudent operations in accordance with Solairus policies, procedures, and applicable FARs.
  • Review aircraft maintenance status and airworthiness prior to each flight.
  • Conduct thorough pre-flight inspections per the approved AFM.
  • Plan each mission: analyze weather, NOTAMs, facilities, routing, destination and alternate airports.
  • Lead a professional, client-focused operation that prioritizes the safety of passengers, aircraft, and crew.
  • Complete all trip documentation accurately and on time under current procedures.
  • Collaborate closely with crew and support teams to consistently deliver Solairus’ safety, service, and integrity standards.

🧰 What you bring

  • Flight time: 3,000+ total hours; 1,500+ PIC hours; 1,500+ MEL hours including 500+ MEL PIC; 500+ turbojet hours; 250+ instrument hours.
  • Type rating: Gulfstream GIV (or comparable) type rating required.
  • Medical: Current FAA First-Class Medical.
  • Training: Ability to complete annual ICAO international procedures training.
  • Availability: On-call schedule flexibility.
  • Location: Primary residence within a two-hour drive of KOAK or willingness to relocate.

🌟 Why you’ll love this role

  • Operate a renowned long-range business jet for a premium client experience.
  • Be part of a culture grounded in safety, service, and integrity.
  • Engage in diverse domestic and international missions that keep your skills sharp.
  • Grow professionally with recurrent and international procedures training.

📍 Home base & travel

Based at Oakland International Airport (KOAK). This position supports domestic and international travel requirements and calls for proximity to the base for on-call readiness.

📨 Ready to apply?

If you meet the qualifications and are excited to represent Solairus Aviation in the cockpit, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and flight time summary, including type ratings and current medical status.

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