Lead Captain — Pilatus PC-24 (Orange County, CA)

✈️ Role Overview

As the PC-24 Lead Captain, you’ll be the standard-bearer for safe, efficient operations and exceptional service. You will lead each mission from planning to post-flight while mentoring crewmembers and championing procedural discipline.

• Serve as Pilot in Command on PC-24 missions under Part 91 and/or Part 135, ensuring full regulatory compliance.
• Lead flight preparation, including weather/NOTAM review, performance, fuel, and weight-and-balance calculations.
• Execute precise, professional flying with strong CRM, checklist discipline, and decision-making.
• Coordinate with dispatch/ops and maintenance to ensure aircraft airworthiness, documentation, and on-time performance.
• Uphold a safety-first culture; identify and mitigate risks throughout all phases of flight.
• Deliver a polished, confidential, and attentive passenger experience.
• Support standardization and mentor SICs to elevate team performance.
• Complete accurate logs, reports, and post-flight documentation.

🌟 What You Bring

• Current FAA ATP and valid Class 1 medical.
• Current and valid Pilatus PC-24 type rating (Type-Rated: Required).
• Meet applicable FAA Part 91 and/or Part 135 experience and recency requirements for the assigned aircraft type.
• Ability to remain current with all flight and training requirements; strong systems knowledge and avionics/EFB proficiency.
• Proven leadership as PIC with excellent CRM, communication, and mentoring skills.
• Uncompromising commitment to safety, professionalism, and passenger service.
• Residence within two (2) hours of KSNA (reliable commute required).
• Ability to complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

🧭 Location & Operating Notes

• Primary base: KSNA — Orange County, California.
• Operations conducted in accordance with applicable FAA regulations and company procedures.
• Accepted Licenses: FAA only.

🧰 Compliance & Standards

• Maintain regulatory currency and training for the PC-24 and assigned operations.
• Adhere to all company policies, SOPs, and documentation standards.
• Participate in recurrent training and checks as required.

📨 How to Apply

Ready to lead from the left seat? Submit your application with:

• Current resume/CV
• Total time and recent flight time summary
• Copy of FAA ATP, Class 1 medical, and PC-24 type rating
• Confirmation of residence within two (2) hours of KSNA

Note: Meeting minimum qualifications does not guarantee selection. Employment contingent upon successful background check and drug screening. Visa sponsorship is not available.