Description
Position Summary:
The Chief Pilot is responsible in designing and managing the infrastructure that supports the safe execution of flight operations consistent with our values and economic goals by developing a high-performance pilot group. Key responsibilities include performing and delivering various flight operations functions and programs including but not limited to pilot recruiting, pilot training, pilot records, manual currency, external reports, management meetings, airport charts and publications, pilot domicile management. MUST LIVE within 1 to 1.5 hours of KGYY to perform office duties and responsibilities OR be able to be in office to perform required duties
Job Duties:
• Shall meet the requirements of FAR 119.71(c) or (d), as appropriate.
• Is responsible for maintaining a liaison with the Director of Operations and company management in all operations matters.
• Is responsible for the training and retention of all flight operations personnel.
• Ensure the Flight Operations aircraft are operated to the highest level of safety and that all crew members maintain professional standards at all time.
• Supervise the screening, selecting and monitoring of Captain / FO candidates
• Coordinates training needs to ensure that adequately trained pilots are available for all trip needs. Assumes the responsibilities of the Manager of Training if that position is not used or is unfilled.
• Ensures that the aircraft copies of the Operations Manual are current.
• Designates flight instructors and nominates check airmen for FAA approval.
• Is responsible, with the Director of Maintenance, for preparing and submitting the Mechanical Interruption Summary Report required by FAR 135.417.
• Shall participate in the investigation of, and make a report to the Director of Operations on, any aircraft accident, reportable incident, records discrepancy, or airman flight violation.
• Is responsible, with the Director of Operations, for ensuring that pilot records are maintained to FAA standards.
• Is responsible for aircraft charts and related publications.
• Works closely with the Director of Maintenance to ensure that aircraft maintenance problems do not unnecessarily disrupt scheduled flight operations.
• Ensures that each pilot domicile, if applicable, has a qualified Base Chief Pilot that can manage the domicile\\\'s flight operations personnel.
• Assumes the responsibilities of the Base Chief Pilot when one is not assigned at any location where domiciles are established.
• The duties and authority to accomplish these duties may be delegated as necessary; however, such delegation does not relieve the Chief Pilot of the overall responsibility.
• Perform duties as a PIC on the designated aircraft type according to the management approved crew schedule. • Live within One Hour (1hr) of KGYY
Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
• Must hold an airline transport pilot certificate with appropriate ratings and be qualified to serve as pilot in command in at least one aircraft used in our operation and:
• In the case of a person becoming a Chief Pilot for the first time ever, have at least 3 years’ experience, within the past 6 years, as pilot in command of an aircraft operated under part 121 or part 135.
• In the case of a person with previous experience as a Chief Pilot, have at least 3-years’ experience as pilot in command of an aircraft operated under part 121 or part 135.
• Experience in pilot training as CKA or ground instructor.
• Experience in writing GOM, SAFA, & other company manuals.
• Experience using Webopps
Knowledge and Skills:
• High level of integrity with the ability to keep confidential information secure
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Excellent organizational and time/project management skills
• Unwavering resolve to produce an excellent work product as defined by the core intentions of a given effort
• Proven ability to analyze and refine processes in a fashion consistent with our values and priorities
• History of self-driven curiosity, growth and development
• Effective coaching and influencing skills
• Ability to prioritize a high volume of tasks and work well under pressure and time constraints
Physical Demands:
• Intermittent physical activity including bending, reaching and prolonged periods of sitting.
• Ability to occasionally lift 50 pounds vertically through 4 feet and maneuver that load at arm’s length.