Description
The chief pilot will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and directing the overall operations of the aircraft and aviation office and will report to the President. This is a two pilot, 1 airplane operation flying 250 hours per year. The ideal candidate should possess strong people management, leadership, and professional skills and experience. Exceptional problem-solving skills, training and coaching experience, and excellent customer service skills is a must. This successful person’s key responsibilities include: safety, running a cost effective operation and employee retention.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES / REQUIREMENTS:
• Develops budgets for the operation for flight planning: (domestic and intl) – Budget for each flight;
• Reviews all flight invoices compared to budget. Authorizes and pays invoices;
• Assumes the responsibility for the safety and operational control of all flights conducted under 14 CFR Part 91;
• Ensures proper training and currency of pilots for the type of operations they conduct;
• Develops and revises the Company\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'s training program;
• Maintains proper training documentation;
• Interviews and hires crew members;
• Conducts flight training and check rides for company pilots;
• Manages pilots time-off requests;
• Performs annual pilots evaluations;
• Selects, trains and supervises flight instructors and check airmen. Conducts initial and recurrent training. Conducts periodic observations of these personnel to ensure compliance with Company standards and Federal Regulations.
• Manages the day-to-day activities of flight crew members in cooperation with Flight Operations, Human Resources and Payroll;
• When necessary may serve as Ground and Flight Instructor and Check Airman;
• Arranges for fingerprinting and drug testing of new-hires; (if required)
• Reviews and certifies training records;
• Negotiates contracts with outside training providers;
• Orders and distributes navigational material; keeps the inventory.
Position requirements:
• 3-5 years of people management and leadership experience
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher
• Training and coaching experience
• Staying current with federal and local flight regulations
• Must be willing to fly internationally and at night
• Must have strong administration skills
• Exceptional problem-solving and planning skills
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other relevant office software
• Must hold an Airline Transport Pilot Certificate with appropriate ratings and be qualified to serve as PIC
• 5,000 flight hours
• 1,500 hours of PIC experience
• Class I Medical
• Meet FAA 135 Chief Pilot experience requirements
• Type rating preferred
• Jet pilot in command 500 minimum airplane hours required
• No accidents, incidents or FAA enforcement action.
We offer competitive compensation commensurate with experience. The package includes health, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, a 401k with company match and paid time off.
To Apply: Please send your resume and cover letter vis Apply Online link - No phone calls please. [redacted] does not use agencies.
To be considered, all candidates must be able to legally work in the United States; we are unable to provide sponsorship.