Careers
Performance Flight’s commitment to excellence is as strong today as when we first opened our doors, and we continue to innovate and lead the way. Since 2007, our reputation has been solidified as one of the best flight operations in the country.
Perks and Benefits
We got you covered!
We offer a competitive benefits package which includes Medical, Life, Dental, Vision and Gap coverage. All employees are also offered a company matched 401(k) savings plan!
Work hard, play hard!
We believe that quality time outside of the office is vital to our employees’ satisfaction at work. We offer flexible PTO’s, to encourage our team members to enjoy life as much as they enjoy working with us!
Quality of Life!
Your quality of life is of paramount importance to us thus why we have created the Quality of Life Committee (QOL), designated for that alone! It is made up of your peers and free of management oversight, because at Performance Flight, we want to ensure that your voice is heard!
We’ve designated the 1st Wednesday of each month as the PF family meal, along with regular weekly lunches together. We truly enjoy working together but we love to have fun too; BBQ’s, planning fun events such as bowling and movie nights, go on trips… the sky’s the limit!
Open Positions
A&P- Aircraft Mechanic
A&P- Aircraft Mechanic
Job Description:
This position will perform troubleshooting, inspections, and routine and non-routine maintenance on customer aircraft in accordance with applicable technical data and customer maintenance program requirements, in estimated or budgeted hours, and within FAA and customer standards of quality. You will also consult and interpret aircraft maintenance manuals and specifications to determine the feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
The position also will perform typical maintenance actions including bolting, torquing, rigging, and safety wiring to include the removal and replacement of aircraft components, engines, and flight controls. In addition, this position is responsible for completing and attaching parts tags to removed repairable, serviceable, or condemned parts. Additionally, you will Return to Service aircraft that have completed all required maintenance actions utilizing company logbooks or customer-authorized documentation. This position reports to the Director of Maintenance and is a Monday –Friday weekday-only role.
Job Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant license (with IA preferred)
- Working knowledge of aircraft mechanical systems
- Working knowledge of computer-based applications – Ebis preferred.
- Basic understanding of FAA regulations pertaining to Overhaul Manuals, Service Bulletins, Airworthiness Directives, Illustrated Parts Catalogues, and Structural Repair Manuals.
- Strong work ethic, reliable, self-motivated with a positive attitude, and very customer service oriented.
- Occasional travel required
- Must be able to obtain Westchester County Airport ID
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable under company insurance coverage
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
Preferred Job Skills: 2+ yrs. Working on piston aircraft – Cirrus experience preferred
- Some exposure to Turbine and light Jet is preferred
Physical Requirements:
- Must provide tools as required
- Ability to work inside/outside in all weather conditions
- Ability to bend, crawl, twist, and other positions and sustain the position for an extended period
- Physical exertion (up to 50lbs.) such as: pulling, pushing, reaching, bending, standing, walking, and lifting of boxes, bags, files, electronic equipment, aircraft parts, and tooling, etc.
- Ability to precisely manipulate hand tools in a variety of situations
Travel: Occasional travel for training and supporting AOG aircraft as required.
Benefits:
Benefits will be explained to the applicant upon contact.
Supported Manufacturers:
Cirrus, Cessna, Piper, Mooney, Daher-Socata, BeechCraft, Gulfstream, Embraer.
Flight Instructor (CFII)
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide safe, professional and quality training to a high-end clientele utilizing our scenario based training, proprietary syllabus, and Next Gen Training content.
- Utilize state of the art technically advanced Cirrus Aircraft and other Training Devices that focus on Crew Resource Management (CRM) and Aeronautical Decision Making (ADM).
- Ensure all training records and core curriculum are current and compliant with all appropriate and applicable FAA regulations and company policies.
- Assist with evaluations and stage checks required within the flight training core curriculum.
- Promote and uphold Performance Flight’s safety culture.
- Promote and professionally represent Performance Flight’s brand.
Qualifications:
- A current and valid FAA Certified Flight Instructor Certificate with Instrument Privileges (SEL and MEL preferred)
- 500 hours as pilot in command.
- 200 hours as licensed Flight Instructor.
- Holds a current and valid medical certificate - 2nd class required.
Compensation:
Best in the Industry.
About the Company:
Performance Flight is a full service “boutique” Aviation Solutions Provider offering Flight Training, Maintenance, Charter Brokerage / Charter Services, and Aircraft Management to a specialty market. With the largest fleet of Cirrus Aircraft available for Training and Rental, Performance Flight is regarded as a leader in the industry in the step up market for Turbine and Light Jets.