Tradewind Aviation is a leading Part 135 commuter and on-demand private charter operator with operational bases at the Waterbury/Oxford, CT (OXC), Westchester, NY (HPN) and San Juan, PR (SJU) airports. Founded by aviation enthusiasts in 2001 on the premise that all flights deserve the highest quality aircraft, crew, and service, Tradewind provides personal air travel—both private and scheduled service—throughout North America and the Caribbean. For more details visit [redacted] About The Candidate / Role Tradewind Aviation is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Assistant Director of Operations to join our team in San Juan, Puerto Rico (TSJU). The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the Director of Operations in the supervision of all flight operations activities, including flight crew scheduling, training, and regulatory compliance. The Assistant Director of Operations is also responsible for maintaining a positive and productive relationship with FAA, TSA, and other government organizations as well as other operators. Must be flexible with work schedule and able to work weekends and holidays. The Caribbean Region Assistant Director of Operations (CRADO) is the Flight Operations Department’s principal representative in our Caribbean Region. The CRADO’s primary responsibility is to oversee San Juan-based pilots and to facilitate communication between those pilots and all other team members at Tradewind Aviation. The CRADO supports local crewmembers and helps facilitate the needs of those crewmembers while coordinating with the needs of all other departments. The CRADO is a partial flying job with assigned office days in their schedule. The CRADO reports to the Director of Operations. Responsibilities Supervise flight operations activities, including flight crew scheduling, training, and regulatory compliance. Assist the Director of Flight Operations in managing the daily operations of the flight department. Provide support and guidance to flight crew members to ensure the highest level of safety and operational efficiency. Assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure safe and efficient flight operations. Ensure compliance with all FAA regulations and company policies and procedures. Assist in the development and implementation of training programs for flight crew members. Conduct regular reviews of flight operations to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective action as necessary. Participate in meetings with other departments to ensure effective communication and coordination of activities. Conduct required audits of aircraft and facilities. The Assistant Director of Operations may delegate these functions to subordinates, but may not delegate the responsibility for those functions. Additional duties as assigned Requirements Experience in flight operations management. Bachelor\'s degree in aviation management or related field (preferred). Experience in PC12 aircraft operations preferred. Strong knowledge of FAA regulations and industry standards. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Strong leadership and management skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications. 2 years’ experience in 135 operations Thorough knowledge of FAR Part 61, 91 and 135 Minimum 1 year of management experience Excellent oral and written communication skills Solid decision-maker with excellent analytical skills Ability to manage multiple priorities Physical Requirements Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer Must be able to lift 15 lbs. at times Benefits Competitive salary Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/DCA and 401(k) plan Paid vacation and sick days Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave Fun, dynamic team with opportunities for rapid advancement Travel benefits on various US and International airlines Salary Description $110,000 - $160,000 / per year