Description
Chief Pilot
The Chief Pilot and Director of Flight Operations & Safety for [redacted]’s corporate aviation department is responsible for providing the leadership and direction to ensure that the workplace at [redacted] is one that never compromises the safety and security of our employees and guests. [redacted]’s current aircraft is a Falcon 2000EX EASy. Candidates with previous Falcon experience are encouraged to apply.
[redacted] OVERVIEW
[redacted] is a family-owned, diversified transportation and distribution company headquartered in Seattle. With consolidated revenue of nearly $3 billion and approximately 6,000 employees, [redacted] is ranked among the largest privately held businesses in Washington. [redacted]-owned companies provide air cargo, domestic shipping and logistics, international shipping and logistics, marine services, and petroleum distribution services. We believe in – and champion – the inherent value of our companies’ individual brands. The corporate home office provides leadership and resources to our companies, but not direct management of their operations. Although [redacted] has grown considerably since its founding in 1982, the corporate home office employs more than 70 people and has retained the collegial and entrepreneurial culture of a much smaller organization. [redacted] is a values-driven organization, committed to safety and taking care of its employees, communities and the environment.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
The chief pilot manages the overall operation of the corporate aircraft and ensures the highest level of safety, reliability, and professionalism. Establishes open communications and a positive team environment. Leads with integrity and models our [redacted] values and Code of Business Ethics. Administrative and operational duties include:
Providing leadership and direction to flight and maintenance staff to ensure high levels of safety and performance and provide outstanding customer service to the company, family, shareholders and guests
Acting as pilot-in-command of assigned flights and supervising the second-in-command in duties to ensure safe, smooth, and efficient operation of the aircraft
Preparing flight plans and studying route weather and airport conditions and ensuring aircraft airworthiness with maintenance and preflight inspections
Conducting the flight in a safe and prudent manner in accordance with company policies and regulatory agency requirements (Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Homeland Security, etc.)
Advising management on the status and requirements for maintenance and repairs for aircraft and other equipment relating to the company\\\'s air transportation needs and goals
Maintaining a standard operations procedures manual and ensuring that personnel comply with the manual, appropriate regulations and company policies
Following safety and security procedures to protect the aircraft, facilities and company personnel, to include severe weather considerations
Staying abreast of the latest developments within the business aviation community, including FARs and other federal, state, local and foreign regulations affecting operations.
Ensuring that the aircraft is clean and prepared for flight with provisions on board for the safety and comfort of the passengers
Ensuring proper aircraft fueling, weight and balance, and performance calculations meet the FARs along with utilization of checklists
Making decisions necessary to start, delay or cancel flights, or deviate from the planned route or destination when operating conditions dictate
Preparing and monitoring annual operating budgets that include operating expenses and capital expenditures
Coordinating flight operations and maintenance activities with scheduling to meet the company\\\'s air transportation needs
Evaluating department personnel to ensure superior levels of performance and ensuring that personnel receive proper initial, recurrent and upgrade training as necessary
Working collaboratively with the various departments of the corporate home office to support [redacted]’s aviation team and operations, and support the overall business needs of the company.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Airline Transport Pilot Certificate with Fixed Wing Multi-Engine and Instrument Rating
Dassault Falcon 2000EX EASy with FAA approved Type Rating highly preferred or Recurrent Training within the last 12 Months
5000+ Hours Total Flight Time, 3000+ Hours Pilot in Command, 2000+ Hours Jet, 1000+ Hours in Type. Preference will be given to local candidates with Falcon or similar aircraft size experience. Bachelor\\\'s Degree and Corporate Aviation Experience preferred
[redacted] is a family of diversified transportation and distribution companies with a vision to serve our customers by being the best in North America. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our organization -- in a work environment where anyone would be proud for their children to work. Please see [redacted]
Equal Opportunity Employer