FlexJet — Stratford, Connecticut, USA
Estimated salary for Commercial Pilots (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2025): $84,540–$190,440 per year, median $123,220. The employer did not provide a pay range for this listing.
Flexjet, an award-winning organization that specializes in high end luxury private jet travel, is seeking a customer service driven helicopter pilot to join our team! This role works as part of a team in piloting the assigned Flexjet Sikorsky-76 for domestic flights, providing a safe and seamless multi-mode travel option for Flexjet owners during their scheduled rotation. We invite experienced pilots with a servant's heart to apply for these positions currently open at our Bridgeport, CT facilities.
Duties & Responsibilities
• Functionally responsible to the Pilot-in-Command on all flights
• Performs all duties and any specific duties assigned
• Maintains a high degree of crew coordination, performing duties in a professional, efficient, and cordial manner at all times
• Responsible to the Fleet Chief Pilot for duty assignments and training
• Greets the passengers and assists with passenger seating and luggage storage
• Conducts passenger briefings
• Assists with emergency evacuations
• Adhere to the duties and responsibilities outlined in the Crew Flight Manual and Flight Deck Handbook
• Maintains a current 1st Class medical certificate as required by the Company and notifies the Chief Pilot if a medical (physical or mental) condition may impair their ability to perform the flight
• Perform other duties as assigned
Education & Experience
• All candidates must be able to achieve ATP minimums (written complete and qualify to take the check ride). ATP is not required for SICs
• Competitive candidates will possess the following: • 1,500 hours total time
• Commercial Pilot certificate with rotorcraft/helicopter and instrument rating
• Meet the recency experience requirement defined by CFR part 61
• 50 hours IFR time logged
• Current 1st Class Medical
• Valid Passport
• No FAA sanctions within the past 5 years
• Quality of flight time matters! Special consideration is always given for military experience, PIC time, turbine time, and S76 and NYC flight experience
• Bachelor’s degree in aviation, Aviation Management, or related field preferred; or equivalent experience
• Previous experience in Part 135/91K or corporate aircraft desirable
• Applicants must possess the legal right to work in the United States and have the ability to travel in and out of the US and to all cities/countries where Flexjet serves
Required Skills
• Working knowledge of all Federal Aviation Regulations applicable to FAR Part 135, Part 91 Subpart K, and Part 91
• Thorough knowledge of FAA, ICAO, & other international flight operations regulations
• Strong organizational skills & advanced multi-tasking abilities
• Strong interpersonal, verbal/written and presentation skills are necessary to perform job at the expected level
• Computer skills necessary to operate word processing, email, and web-based applications
• Must possess a fanatical attention to detail and the ability to work in a team atmosphere with a focus on a long-term approach to relationships
• Present a well-groomed appearance
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