Principal Airplane Pilot

About the role

Chevron Aviation Services is hiring a Principal Airplane Pilot based in Sugar Land, Texas, with applications accepted until November 11, 2026. The role involves operating aircraft worldwide, assisting the Pilot-in-Command with flight operations and performing collateral duties and projects.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise the flight crew and ensure flight and ground operations comply with Federal and ICAO regulations.
• Analyze weather conditions with the first officer and decide on delays, rerouting or cancellations.
• Participate in collateral duties assigned by the Gulfstream Fleet Captain or Chief Pilot.
• Complete pre- and post-flight inspections and maintain required qualifications and proficiency.
• Operate aircraft worldwide without restriction and be able to act as pilot-in-command.
• Work after hours, holidays and weekends.

Required profile

• GVI type rating.
• 5,000 hours total pilot time, 2,500 hours multi-engine, 1,000 hours in type or large cabin equivalent, and 200 hours in the last 12 months.
• FAA First Class medical certificate and FAA Airline Transport Pilot rating.
• Ability to fly to any international destination; expatriate assignments are not considered.

Required skills

• EFIS/EICAS/FMS experience.
• International and oceanic experience preferred.

A bachelor's degree is preferred. Relocation will be considered, but the employer cannot sponsor employment visas or consider candidates on time-limited visa status.