- Employment
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Department
- Front Office, Concierge & Guest Experience
- Industry
- Yachting, Aviation & Luxury Mobility
- Posted
- 19, 2026
About NetJets
Founded in 1964 and part of Berkshire Hathaway since 1998, NetJets is a leader in private aviation, renowned for pioneering fractional aircraft ownership. Serving a discerning international clientele, the company combines personalised service with a rigorous commitment to safety and operational excellence. As an employer, NetJets brings together pilots, maintenance specialists, operations professionals and client service teams, whose expertise underpins every journey. Its working environment places a premium on precision, discretion and collaboration, offering careers at the intersection of aviation and luxury service. For professionals drawn to exacting standards, NetJets represents an opportunity to contribute to a highly specialised, service-led business.
The Pilot in Command operates flights safely and efficiently, carries out Aircraft Commander duties and reports safety occurrences or aircraft defects while delivering service that supports customer satisfaction and retention. The role requires at least 3,000 flight hours, a UK CAA Part-FCL ATPL and a Cessna Citation CE-560XL type rating.
Role & Responsibilities
- Act as Pilot in Command while delivering high-quality customer service to ensure safe operations and customer satisfaction.
- Perform all Aircraft Commander duties to ensure flight and passenger safety in accordance with the aircraft Flight Manual, company Standard Operating Procedures and applicable legislation.
- Operate flights safely and efficiently in accordance with company procedures.
- Ensure safe aircraft navigation through continuous, independent monitoring of the aircraft’s geographic position and terrain clearance.
- Complete operational procedures and checklists in accordance with the Airplane Flight Manual, Operations Manuals and the flight commander’s instructions.
- Report any occurrence or incident that has endangered or may have endangered safety.
- Report any fault, failure, malfunction or defect believed to affect the aircraft’s airworthiness or safe operation.
- Provide the customer with the best possible service to support satisfaction and retention.
Qualifications
- At least 3,000 hours of flight time.
- Full UK CAA Part-FCL ATPL (frozen for Co-pilot), with a type rating on a Cessna Citation CE-560XL; XLS+ differences are an advantage.
- UK Class 1 medical certificate.
- Clear demonstration of excellent performance.
- Extensive global flight experience.
- Strong commercial aviation background in a UK CAA, EASA and/or military air transport environment.
- Military or airline training is an advantage.
- Fluency in English, preferably at level 6.
Skills
Experience
At least 3,000 hours of flight time; extensive global flight experience and a strong commercial aviation background in a UK CAA, EASA and/or military air transport environment.
Workplace
This position is based in London, England, UK.
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Culture
NetJets’ workplace culture is shaped by the exacting demands of private aviation, with safety, operational precision and discreet, personalised service at its core. Its environment calls for close collaboration among flight crews, operations teams and client-facing professionals, combining technical expertise with the responsiveness expected by a discerning international clientele.
About Cerulean
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