Chief Pilot, Seattle 1
Posted 35 days ago
Chief Pilot, Seattle 1
Posted 35 days ago
Job role insights
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Date Posted
April 9, 2026
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City, State
Seattle, Washington
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Job Category
Corporate Part 91
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Job Type
Full Time
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Aircraft Type
G280
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Total Flight Hours
4500+ /hrs
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Salary
$151,500 - $248,500 /year
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Certificate Required
ATP
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Job Title
Chief Pilot
Description
About the Company
PACCAR is a global leader in commercial vehicles, financial services, and technology, supporting internationally recognized brands. The company also operates a corporate flight department providing Part 91 business aviation support across multiple locations.
Position Summary
The Chief Pilot leads the Seattle-based flight operations under Part 91, overseeing pilots, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing training, safety, and operational standards across the corporate aviation department.
Responsibilities
- Supervise Seattle-based pilots and flight operations
- Manage training programs (initial and recurrent)
- Oversee compliance with FAA regulations and company SOPs
- Participate in Safety Management System (SMS) oversight
- Coordinate scheduling, licensing, and operational needs
- Maintain operational manuals and documentation
- Assist with budgeting and financial planning
- Support department leadership and cross-base coordination
- Stay current with regulatory and industry developments
Requirements
- ATP (ATPL)
- First-Class Medical Certificate
- Multi-Engine Land (MEL) with appropriate type rating
- Current PIC proficiency (FAR 61.58)
- 5,000 hours total time
- 3,000 hours turbine multi-engine
- Valid passport and driver’s license
- Ability to pass TSA and airport background screening
- Right to work in the United States
Preferred Qualifications
- Gulfstream G280 type rating
- Instructor / Training Captain experience
- SMS and risk management experience
- Bachelor’s degree
Benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Pension plan
- Medical, dental, vision
- Paid time off and holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Disability and life insurance
- Employee assistance programs
Aircraft
- Gulfstream G280
- Falcon 50EX
Location
Seattle (SeaTac), WA
