Description
Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Vice President of Flight Operations/Director of Operations, this position is directly responsible for the management and supervision of all pilots in accordance with company personnel policies and the Pilots’ Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Key Responsibilities:
Responsible for the conduct and administration of all flight operations in accordance with regulatory requirements and Hawaiian Airline’s policies and Operating Philosophy and legal requirements
Develops and promulgates flight operation procedures and methods, in accordance with all regulatory requirements and Company policies and objectives in a matter consistent with the principles of SMS, efficiency, and customer satisfaction
Designated Analyst to manage incoming data to begin the Safety Risk Management process
Monitors and investigates all forms of operational feedback: FOQA data, Incidents Reports, Captain’s Flight Report Remarks, verbal reports, etc.
Conducts a continual review and analysis of flight operation methods, procedures, and standard practices
Affects continual improvement of flight operation activities
Assists with selection, training, management and supervision of all pilots in accordance with company personnel policies and the Pilots’ Collective Bargaining Agreement
Assists with hiring pilots
Consults and coordinates with the Fleet Captains on all technical, procedural, and operational matters
Member of the Flight Operations Senior Staff Council
Member of Company Aircraft Accident Investigation Team.
Assumes the duties of Director of Operations in the absence of the Director of Operations
Has delegated authority to exercise Operational Control on behalf of the Vice President of Flight Operations.
Maintains an active partnership with Flight Standards & Qualifications
Jointly responsible with the Vice President of Flight Operations for participation in labor union contract negotiations and grievances affecting pilots; Proposes contract material and insures compliance with existing contact provisions
Has the authority to conduct disciplinary hearing on behalf of the Vice President of Operations and in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement
Submits annual budget recommendations to the Vice President of Flight Operations; Plans work schedules for the period covered by the budget considering personnel and material requirements; Assigns work to appropriate organizational elements and assures adherence to plans and budget; When requirements change materially, recommends necessary changes in the budget and plans
Requirements
Minimum Requirements:
High School diploma or equivalent education
Must meet the qualifications/experience as listed in FAR 119.65(d) and 119.67(b).
In the case ofa person becoming a Chief Pilot for the first time ever, have at least 3 years experience, within the past 6 years, as pilot in command of a larrge airplane operated under part 121 or part 135, if the certificate holder operates large airplanes; if the certificate holder uses only small airplanes in its operations, the experience may be obtained in either large or small airplanes
Fully understands aviation safety standards and safe operating practices, [redacted]’ Operations Specifications, 14CFR chapter 1, and all appropriate maintenance and airworthiness requirements of 14 CFR
The Chief Pilot must be qualified through training, experience, and expertise
Proficient in the application of all Safety Management System (SMS) components, elements, and process described in AC 120-92 (as amended) Appendix 1; with emphasis on the elements of Safety Risk Management and Safety Assurance
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor\'s degree