ACI Jet
Pilot - Aircraft and Crew Manager (ACM) - Challenger 605 PIC (KSBP Based)
San Luis Obispo, CA
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- Seniority
- Lead / management
- Stated salary
- $225,000 per year
- Country
- US
- Work mode
- On-site / unstated
- First seen by hirly
- 25 Sept 2026
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Description
Passionate about aviation? So are we! "Aviators Doing Aviation" is more than a trademark; it's at the core of our business.
We strive for excellence in everything we do, including our work culture. We commit to a positive work environment for all of our employees, and encourage their personal and professional development. If you’re looking to join a team characterized by qualities like professionalism, integrity, perseverance, service, and enthusiasm, then ACI Jet is the place for you. We value our team and know how to have fun in the process.
Think you have what it takes to keep up? We like your attitude, and that’s one of the most important qualities we’re looking for in prospective employees. ACI Jet unlocks a world of opportunities to further your aviation career, so if you have what it takes to work for us, we'll work for you, too.
The Aircraft and Crew Manager (ACM) is responsible for the leadership, development, and maintenance of assigned aircraft and crew. In addition, they will perform duties as a Part 91/135 aircraft pilot in a safe and effective manner. This position will include operating the aircraft on behalf of Executive Jet Management (EJM) Part 135 Certificate while maintaining a positive and productive relationship with ACI Jet’s employees, vendors, and clients. This position is based at the San Luis Obispo County Airport (KSBP) and residing within a 2-hour drive-time of KSBP is required.
Requirements
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Collaborate with ACI Jet Flight Operations Management and aircraft Owner to ensure complete operational success.
- Responsible for the overall relationship with the aircraft owner, and the owner’s satisfaction with the aircraft operation.
- Oversees the aircraft owner’s travel, even when not assigned to the trip.
- Recruits, or assists in the recruitment, of crewmembers for the assigned account.
- Assigns crew to all aircraft operations and ensures a fair workload among crewmembers.
- Responsible for ensuring crewmembers are competent in the performance of their duties.
- Ensures the aircraft is properly outfitted for the client, and operations.
- Oversees the maintenance of the aircraft in coordination with the Director of Maintenance.
- Ensures revenue and expenses match owner expectations.
- Verifies accuracy of monthly accounting invoices and completes monthly owner reports.
- Acts as a mentor to other pilots on the account helping them to develop professionally.
- Fulfills duties and responsibilities as PIC/SIC when assigned.
- Acts as a subject matter expert on the assigned aircraft type (maintains a high-level of proficiency and technical knowledge that exceeds that of other pilots on the account).
- Responds to operational questions from Dispatch / Maintenance / Pilots in a timely manner, and if necessary, researches the subject to provide informed and adequate responses.
- Operate ACI Jet managed aircraft in a safe and efficient manner in compliance with all company procedures, manufacturers’ limitations and manuals, governmental rules and regulations, and any other requirements of agencies having jurisdiction over the flight.
- Provide unparalleled courtesy, professionalism, and customer service to aircraft owners and EJM charter clients.
- Remain knowledgeable relative to the applicable portions of the ACI Jet Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and EJM General Operations & Maintenance Manual (GOMM).
- Ensure that a proper pre-flight inspection has been accomplished prior to takeoff including but not limited to the aircraft, its publications, documentation, equipment, passenger service items, fuel, weather conditions at destination, enroute, alternate airports and departure points, customs, permits, and airport/runway suitability
HERE'S THE TYPE OF PERSON WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
- 3,500 hours total time
- 2,000 hours PIC
- 1,500 hours multi-engine
- 300 hours instrument
- CL-604 Type Rating highly desired
- Pilot’s Certificate (ATP) with an English proficient endorsement
- Meet the requirements of ICAO Annex I, Section 2.1.10
- Meet all EJM Charter Pilot eligibility requirements
- First Class Medical
- Valid United States Passport
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or 3-5 years of professional aviation experience
- Reside or relocate to within 2-hour drive of San Luis Obispo County Airport (KSBP)
- Highly motivated and organized
WHAT YOUR COMPENSATION, BENEFITS, AND PERKS WILL BE:
Full benefits (Medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, paid time off, and continuing education)
Equal Employment Opportunity
ACI Jet is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on any protected characteristic, including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, sex, gender, age, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodations are provided for qualified applicants with disabilities unless doing so would cause undue hardship; contact HR for details.
Pay Range: $225,000.00 - $275,000.00/yr | DOE
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