JetSuite’s vision to provide the freedom and exhilaration of private air travel to more people than ever is realized through efficient operations, acute attention to detail, acclaimed customer service, and industry-leading safety practices. JetSuite continues to be the only jet charter company to guarantee instant, online quotes for its fleet of WiFi-equipped JetSuite Phenom 100 and 300 aircraft. The fastest growing jet charter company in the nation, JetSuite is backed by some of the strongest names in aviation and customer service, including: David Neeleman (Founder, JetBlue Airways & CEO, Azul Brazilian Airlines); Tony Hsieh (CEO, Zappos.com); and Art Samberg (Founder, Pequot Partners). Its executive team includes CEO Alex Wilcox (Co-Founder, JetBlue Airways), and VP of Operations Brian Coulter. [redacted] commenced public charter service in April 2016. We offer a new product in aviation by combining the speed and convenience of a private jet, with superior onboard experience, sold by the seat, at a price near that of existing commercial service. The [redacted] fleet of Embraer 135s is a luxuriously reconfigured 30 passenger jet, each seat with at least 36-inch pitch, free WiFi, and the comforts of a private jet at the price of flying commercial. Unlike JetSuite\\\'s private jets, where customers must book the whole aircraft, [redacted] sells individual seats on scheduled flights. Job Description Position Summary The Director of Operations is responsible to report to the VP of Operations in designing infrastructure that supports the safe execution of flight operations consistent with Delux\\\'s Values an economic goal by supporting management and supervisory staff to develop operational solutions and act as the point of contact with pilots on operational control issues. Key responsibilities include performing and delivering various flight operations functions and programs including but not limited to aircraft performance, record keeping, FAA relations, operational control and talent acquisition. Primary Responsibilities Is responsible for the flight operations department to ensure legal, safe and efficient operation. Responsible for development and enforcement of company policies and for ensuring compliance with all laws, rules, and regulations governing those flight and maintenance activities. May perform duties as a flight crewmember when properly qualified in the aircraft. Is responsible for the final approval of the selection of all flight operations personnel. Is responsible for all record keeping requirements and the proper maintenance and disposition of those records. Ensures that a copy of each load manifest is available at the Principal Base of Operations for a minimum of 30 days. Establishes and maintains a close working relationship with the FAA Principal Inspectors having certificate responsibility for the company\\\'s air carrier operations. Ensures that qualified and current pilots are assigned to each flight and that each flight has a designated Pilot-in-Command. Responsible, in conjunction with Director of Maintenance and the pilot in command, for ensuring that the maintenance and inspection status of the assigned aircraft, is current and that required maintenance actions or inspections will not come due before the planned completion of the flight back to the aircraft\\\'s operations base or another facility where the actions can be accomplished. The duties and authority to accomplish these duties may be delegated as necessary; however, such delegation does not relieve the Director of Operations of the overall responsibility. Qualifications Education Experience Must hold an airline transport pilot certificate and either: Have at least 3 years supervisory or managerial experience within the last 6 years in a position that exercised operational control over any operations conducted under part 121 or part 135; or In the case of a person becoming Director of Operations for the first time ever, have at least 3 years experience, within the past 6 years, as a pilot in command of an aircraft operated under part 121 or part 135 of this chapter. In the case of a person with previous experience as a Director of Operations, have at least 3 years experience, as pilot in command of an aircraft operated under part 121 or part 135. Additional Information Physical Demands & Working Conditions 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 arms length. Culture The position holder shall demonstrate a range of behavioral competencies to a high level, and want to use these to the full extent when they work. This is as important as having a relevant level of quality experience of the job and content. We look for evidence of the job content, in addition to evidence of the below key behavioral competencies. It is important to keep sight of not only what we are trying to achieve, but also how we would like to achieve it. We commit to maintaining a culture of Safety, Excellence, and Integrity, each of which we believe will result from living by the following Core Values: Serve from the heart Love what you do Improve something today Seek first to understand Deliver on commitments Make the most of what you have Make mistakes valuable Have fun Ask for help Keep calm and press on Additional Information We Do Whatever It Takes May perform other responsibilities as assigned. Responsibilities and duties may change when circumstances dictate (emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs, technical developments, etc).