NetJets Lead Pilot in Command

Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Lead
Posted
Sep 30, 2026

Lead Pilot in Command role at Executive Jet Management (NetJets subsidiary) in Miami, Florida — manage flight operations for Global XRS aircraft with crew leadership and safety oversight.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Manage critical client relationships while balancing organizational and client needs; proactively communicate to address emerging issues or opportunities
  • Oversee maintenance personnel coordination to ensure compliance with all scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance events and routine administrative tasks
  • Execute flight planning, performance calculations, and weight-and-balance analysis for each assignment
  • Utilize Threats, Plans and Considerations (TPC) briefing methodology to lead pre-flight briefings and mitigate operational risks
  • Lead crew resource management and threat and error management protocols during normal, abnormal, and emergency operations
  • Ensure compliance with company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and regulatory requirements for crew assignments and trip allocations
  • Conduct comprehensive aircraft pre-flight inspections, maintenance status verification, and mission-capability assessment
  • Record and manage aircraft discrepancies in accordance with established SOPs
  • Monitor and coordinate ground servicing operations including fueling, oil, and oxygen replenishment
  • Deliver passenger briefings and premium customer service while accommodating special passenger requirements
  • Support crew development and maintain proficiency standards across the flight department
  • Manage flight department administration, including supplies procurement, subscriptions, crew scheduling, and crew communications
  • Ensure all crewmembers maintain regulatory and company-required training, recency of experience, and qualification standards
  • Report safety concerns and non-compliance issues through appropriate channels in accordance with company SMS protocol
  • Act as Ground Security and In-Flight Security Coordinator as defined by company policy

Qualifications

  • Minimum 3,500 total flight hours
  • Minimum 1,500 Multi Engine Land (MEL) hours
  • Minimum 2,000 Pilot in Command (PIC) hours
  • Minimum 500 PIC MEL hours
  • Minimum 300 instrument flight hours
  • Minimum 500 jet aircraft flight hours
  • FAA Type rating in applicable fleet aircraft
  • Demonstrated ability to perform all essential job functions associated with the position

Skills

Crew Resource Management (CRM) Threat and Error Management (TEM) Aircraft performance calculations Weight-and-balance analysis Flight planning Regulatory compliance Safety management systems Customer service Leadership and team motivation Administrative management

Experience

4–6 years of professional aviation experience; prior experience in corporate or business aviation is strongly preferred.

Education

Commercial pilot certification with appropriate ratings; medical certification as required by FAA regulations.

Workplace

This position is based in Opa-locka, Florida, USA, within easy reach of Miami.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance with no monthly premiums; 401(k) plan with 67% employer match on contributions; Health Savings Account (HSA); Flexible Spending Account (FSA); Prescription drug benefit plan; Life insurance and AD&D coverage; Short-term disability; Long-term disability; Loss of license coverage; Paid parental leave; 14 days of paid time off available from first day of employment.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.

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NetJets Lead Pilot in Command

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