Pilot in Command (PIC)
About the role
PILOT IN COMMAND (PIC)
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Serve as Pilot in Command, conducting domestic and international flights in compliance with FAA regulations and company standards.
- Perform pre-flight planning, including weather analysis, route optimization, and fuel management.
- Ensure the safety and comfort of passengers, including SpaceX executives and team members.
- Maintain aircraft logs, complete post-flight reports, and adhere to all maintenance and operational protocols.
- Collaborate with crew, air traffic control, and ground support to execute flawless missions.
- Participate in ongoing training and proficiency checks to stay current on aviation best practices.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 4,000+ hours total flight time
- First class medical certificate
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Strong knowledge of FAR Part 91 operations and corporate aviation standards.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Boeing 737 Type Rating and/or Gulfstream G650 Type Rating.
- 500+ hours in the Gulfstream GV series.
- Experience in high-end corporate or executive transport operations.
- Familiarity with advanced avionics and flight management systems.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Within 2-4 hour travel distance to LAX
- Ability to work on an on-call basis
- Current passport
- Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
ITAR REQUIREMENTS
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here .
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .
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