Job Details

Cutter Aviation has an immediate need for an energetic and knowledgeable aviation professional to serve as Pilot-in-Command [PIC] of a new HondaJet HA420 based at the John Wayne-Orange County Airport in California. This position will involve single pilot operations supporting the owners travel requirements as well as charter flying. This is a remote position and as such, the PIC will be the primary face of Cutter Aviation and must be an exceptional relationship builder and communicator with the drive to provide world-class customer service to the owner and our clients. The position also requires on-site management and liaison with Cutter Flight Management regarding all phases of aircraft operations and support. He/she is the external representative of our company to our A/C owners, operators, business partners, and to the business aviation community.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Desire to provide world-class service.
2. Uncompromising commitment to Safety.
3. Ability and willingness to be available 24/7 year-round.
4. Ability to adapt to rotating schedules and short notice callouts.
5. PIC on the HA420 HondaJet in Part 91 and 135 on-demand charter operations.
6. Follow established procedures for reporting irregularities during flights, ground checks, and maintaining records.
7. Ensuring compliance with FAA regulations pertaining to actual flight, qualifications, currency and fitness for flight as well as aircraft compliance.
8. Additional administrative duties as assigned by Director of Operations and Chief Pilot.
9. Previous Turbojet Type Rating and/or Turboprop experience preferred.
10. Current 1st Class Medical or ability to qualify for one.
11. No accidents, incidents or sanctions in the past 5 years.
12. Knowledge of general aviation aircraft and their service requirements plus the needs of crews and passengers.

Other Minimum Requirements:

1. Ability to lift 50 lbs.
2. Excellent ability to multi-task.
3. Able to develop a friendly rapport.
4. Professional in appearance and mannerisms.
5. Self-starter with the ability to work independently.
6. A sincere desire to assist customers and be part of a team.
7. Ability to train an SIC pilot to properly perform their functions.
8. Excellent customer service, organizational, and communication skills.

Desired Qualifications:

1. Preference will be given to candidates with:
2. 3000 Total Time hours.
3. 1500 PIC Hours.
4. 250 PIC Hours in turbine powered aircraft.
5. Previous experience in on-demand charter operations.
6. Previous FSI or Simuflite Training.

Other Requirements:

1. Able to pass a background check.
2. Ability to pass a drug screening test.
3. Must have High School Diploma or GED.

Ideal candidate will have the following work styles:

1. Persistence in the face of obstacles.
2. A willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
3. Reliable, responsible, and dependable in fulfilling obligations.
4. Sensitive to others' needs and feelings and understanding and helpful on the job.
5. Pleasant with others on the job and displays a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
6. Maintains composure, keeps emotions in check. Avoids aggressive behavior even in very difficult situations.
7. Accepts criticism and deals calmly and effectively with high stress situations. Open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.

Please do not apply unless you meet the minimum requirements. No phone calls, please.

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