[Company] is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. [Company] Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. [Company] is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of premium light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates and provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.
Employment with [Company] includes a full range of industry leading benefits to include medical, dental and vision care, 401(K) matching contributions, a pension, paid vacation and sick time and tuition assistance. [Company] is an Equal Opportunity/Protected Veteran/Disability employer.
Privately owned aviation support has been a part of [Company] business for decades. Our 18-person team provides FAA Part 91 business travel support for all divisions of [Company]. We operate two Gulfstream G280 aircraft from Seattle, WA and one Falcon 50EX from Denton, TX.
Role description
Seattle base Chief Pilot for FAA Part 91 corporate flight department operating three aircraft from two bases.
Our Chief Pilot at the Seattle base is retiring at the end of May 2026. We would like to identify a replacement candidate soon, to provide a smooth transition for our people and seamless operation at the Seattle base.
Requirements
Job Functions / Responsibilities
Reports to the Director of Aviation
Direct supervisor for five Seattle-based pilots
Management teammate with the Denton Chief Pilot and the Director of Maintenance
Be accessible to all department employees.
Remain informed of the latest developments in the business aviation community, 14CFR, federal, state, local and foreign regulations affecting operations.
Actively participate in management of the department Safety Management System (SMS).
Revise and facilitate compliance with standard operating procedures (SOP’s) and checklists.
Maintain digital and hard-copy manuals and documentation for aircraft operation.
Supervise Initial and Recurrent flight crew training. Manage business relationships with our training providers.
Coordinate weekly with the Scheduler regarding crew scheduling and training, aircraft licensing, etc.
Assist with the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts.
Complete annual departmental and corporate training.
Work a nonstandard schedule.
Fly approximately 2/3 of a line pilot schedule. The Director will fly the remaining 1/3.
International and possible overseas travel.
Other aviation management duties as assigned.
Physical Demands
Working indoors and outdoors in all types of weather.
Frequent sitting, standing, walking, pushing and pulling.
Lifting up to 50 lbs.
Qualifications
Must have the right to live and work in the United States
Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL).
Current FAA First Class medical certificate.
Multi Engine Land (MEL) rating and appropriate type rating.
Current Pilot in Command (PIC) proficiency endorsements (FAR 61.58).
Minimum 5000 hours total flight time.
3000 hours Turbine powered multi-engine.
Speak and understand radiotelephony communications as per ICAO Annex 1.
Ability to pass TSA and Port of Seattle background screening for ID badge and ramp driving privileges.
Valid passport and driver’s license.
Skills Required
Excellent Communication skills.
Self-starter, with a team-oriented nature
Supervisory experience.
Strong customer service skills, attention to detail, adaptability
Excellent follow-through and responsiveness.
Environmental awareness and stewardship.
Preferred Experience
Current Gulfstream G280 type rating.
Flight Instructor / Training Captain experience in large turbojet aircraft.
Safety Management Systems (SMS) and risk assessment.
Competencies
Act with Integrity
Demonstrate Adaptability
Drive for Results
Influence Others
Lead Innovation and Quality Initiatives
Manage Execution
Manage Talent
Use Sound Judgment / Business Acumen
Education
Associates Degree Required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
Proficiency with business software including Adobe Acrobat, MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams and PowerPoint