Pilot Leadership Opportunity - If you are ready to take on the next challenge in your Pilot career, consider the Vista America Challenger Fleet Flight Operations Manager position. In this position, you are responsible for our Challenger aircraft - oversee the management and support of the fleet. Maintain safety, efficiency and service standards. This position will require relocation to Columbus, Ohio.

The FOM oversees the effective management and support of the fleet crewing and each pilot’s welfare to meet and maintain safety, efficiency and service standards, protecting & promoting the Vista America Brand.

When you join the Vista America team, we are committed to helping you grow and advance your career to include leadership opportunities.

Vista America, an operating partner of Vista - the world's leading global business aviation company - has established a new benchmark in business aviation services across the United States.

Duties and Responsibilities

Inclusive of the following but not limited to:

People Management Responsibilities

Execute all performance management functions
Ensure crew are calibrated with company goals
Hold Bi – Monthly Fleet Meetings
Execute all necessary time & attendance functions
Quarterly 1-on-1 appraisal & Review
Reward & recognition for team members
Effective Talent strategy including internal changes & external hires

Crew Management Responsibilities

Ensure Pilot schedule coverage & Fleet balance
Review Duty assignments & Fatigue report of all Flight crew
Safeguard crew welfare
Acts as the FOMoD in accordance with the FOMoD roster.
Review LIFUS progress
Support onsite “Crew Support” program (as scheduled)
Support the Simulator Program, ensures all simulator profiles are completed in accordance with the training objectives

Aircraft Operation Responsibilities

Monitor and track Sensitive flights assigned to respective fleet
Complete Event debriefs and provide recommendations (within 48 hours)
Review AOGs and provide operational recommendations.
Direct the implementation of existing, new, or revised flight operations policies and procedures
Ensure all logistical procedures including handover checklists and documentation distribution accuracy & completion. This includes aircraft equipment distribution are implemented and monitored effectively.
Identify fleet needs and issue Fleet Memos approved by CP
Collaborate with MOC on maintenance events and MEL management.
Oversee Client experience - including WIFI and Cabin status

Statutory and Company Compliance Responsibilities

Ensure understanding & compliance on Efficiency policies & procedures
Ensure that all flight operations are conducted safely, in compliance with applicable regulations and in accordance with company policies and procedures through close work with the DO and the Flight Operations Admin function.
Recommend to CP standardization policies & procedures

System (Tech) Responsibilities

Ensure Centric/ App compliance eCrew, EFF, ETL
Utilize the assigned Tableau Dashboard for data analysis
Effective management of ADP, Success Factors & Confluence.

Skills & Competencies:

Analytical ability to evaluate data to support operational decisions
Strong communication skills
Effective interpersonal aptitude
Proficiency with Microsoft & GV
Strong organizational skills
Manage & track crew performance.
Ability to prepare reports pertaining to
Ability to work in a high growth environment
Ability to work cross functionally with other departments
Maintain priorities to achieve goals
Effectively manage a remote team

Additional requirements:

Current Check Airman/ Captain on Challenger Aircraft (preferred)
Possess a valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
Current first class medical certificate
No accidents, incidents or FAA enforcement actions in last 5 years
Unrestricted world-wide travel.
Position requires working evenings & weekends, on scheduled company holidays to support operations.
Extensive Piloting background including international operations
FOMs must maintain a full understanding of Jet Select’s GOM, OpSpecs, and applicable Federal Aviation Regulations
Previous management experience preferred
Authorization to work in the United States
150 hours flight time in previous 365 days/30 hours in previous 90 days