We believe aircraft should fly themselves. Automated aviation systems will enable a future where air transportation is safer, more convenient and fundamentally transformative to the way goods — and eventually people — move around the planet. We are a team of mission-driven engineers with experience across aerospace, robotics and self-driving cars working to make this future a reality. As the part 135 Chief Pilot at [redacted], you will lead the company’s commercial flight operations team and ensure operational compliance with all flight operations part 135 requirements. Your role will be critical in developing operational integrity from the pre-launch phase of an exciting new air carrier seeking to efficiently move people and goods. The Chief Pilot is a critical leadership role which is responsible for managing all activities of the pilot team. These responsibilities include the development of the pilot team including training, hiring, scheduling, and aircraft operating standards. The ideal candidate would be recognized as an expert in flight operations with the ability to lead and motivate the team to deliver excellent operational performance. The Chief Pilot, Director of Maintenance, and all operational personnel report to and are accountable to the Director of Operations for all CFR Part 135 operations. This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity to apply your expertise and operational leadership abilities to be a part of defining the future of aviation. We are building a high performance team expanding hiring at multiple positions within the organization. This position may be filled remotely or based at our facility in Mountain View, California. Responsibilities Lead the commercial flight operations department Recruit, hire, and train new pilots according to company and operational requirements Prepare and maintain all pilot training, flight and duty, performance records and other records as required Ensure flight operations compliance within appropriate regulations Establish and maintain a close working relationship with the FAA Work with the Reliable team and the FAA to establish appropriate flight standards, develop training requirements and curricula Work with the Director of Operations to develop the department budget and reporting Coordinate with the Director of Operations and Director of Maintenance with timely communications for all maintenance, performance, schedules and inspections Work closely with the Safety manager and the company to support, develop and maintain the Safety Management System (SMS) program Operate turboprop and piston aircraft as required Act as voice of the company and promote the company business both internally and externally with vendors, OEMs and regulators Basic Qualification Takes ownership, are an inventive problem solver and have a high level of accountability An excellent manager, mentor and motivator of teams, and leads by example Driven to go above and beyond to get the job done Part 119 and 135 Mandatory Qualifications Instrument rating Commercial rating Second class medical 3 years of experience within the past 6 years as PIC for an aircraft operated under part 121 or 135 OR 3 years of experience as a Chief Pilot of an aircraft operated under part 121 or 135 Strong knowledge of FAA Regulations including flight operations under part 135 Solid understanding of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and industry best practices Preferred Skills and Experience Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) rating Experience as a Check Airman and/or Company Instructor Experience rolling out and managing a Safety Management System (SMS) Extensive Cessna C208 Caravan experience preferred Must be willing to travel up to 50% or more of the time. [redacted] offers stock options, full employee medical, guaranteed 401k contribution, great co-workers and a casual work environment.