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ASSISTANT CHIEF PILOT (PART 121 /135)
This position assists the Chief Pilot & Director of Operations in day to day duties and operations. This position will also assist in the coordination of the Part 121 & 135 pilots.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:
• Supervises Part 121 & 135 pilots to ensure compliance with Company policy, FAA, aircraft and operating procedures.
• Observes crew procedures at assigned aircraft locations, including ramp checks of aircraft and crewmembers to ensure proper flight kit and revisions, performing safety audits when requested.
• Ensures flight crewmembers and Flight Following Department Manager has necessary information to operate safely and according to regulations and prescribed limitations.
• Coordinates duties of flight schedulers in preparation of pilot schedules (Domestic and International) to ensure current and qualified flight crew is available at each location for each flight.
• Reviews schedules for most efficient use of flight crew and to assist in coordinating travel requirements.
• Ensures schedules are transmitted to crewmembers and Flight Following Department on a timely basis.
• Works directly with the Maintenance Department and Scheduling to assure aircraft movements and crews are coordinated for maintenance needs.
• Acts as manager on duty (MOD) as needed up to and including 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• Makes operational control decisions as necessary to ensure safe operation and is available to provide support as needed to answer questions or prevent delay or cancellation.
• Manages electronic weight and balance program.
• Reviews deviation reports with flight following personnel and reports to supervisor.
• Reviews flight crewmembers flight and duty records for accuracy
• Reviews and approves weekly expense reports.
• Reviews and approves weekly pilot payroll.
• Participates in pilot recruitment, interview and hiring process.
• Performs pilot annual salary reviews, executes pilot incentive program and processes HR personnel Forms.
• Coordinates with the training and scheduling departments to ensure initial and recurrent training is completed as required.
• Reviews and updates training materials as required.
• Represents Flight Department at company meetings.
• Participates in ERC committee meetings.
• Assumes duties and responsibilities of the Chief Pilot in their absence.
• Ensures positive communications with flight crewmembers, Flight Following Department and other Company personnel.
• Coordinates with FAA on planned quarterly observations.
• Assists Chief Pilot / Director of Operations with manual rewrites.
• Writes bulletins and memos to communicate effectively with crewmembers.
• Adheres to company policy and procedures.
• Attends and participates in company and FAA meetings as a Flight Department Representative when requested by the Chief Pilot.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Chief Pilot or Director of Operations.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Requires a minimum of five years of airline experience directly related to FAR 121/135 training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the FAR 121/135 operating environment.
• Ability to communicate verbally via telephone and in person.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Proficient with MS Office.
• First Class Medical
• ATP Pilot Certificate
SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Travel required: 20% or less.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
Part 121 ATR pilots & Part 135 Cessna Caravan Pilots
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:
• Work typically performed in an office environment. However, sometimes work involves moderate exposure to weather variables when performing ramp checks and safety audits outside.
[redacted], Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package