Description
About [redacted]
[redacted] is on a mission to redefine air travel—inspired by the golden age of aviation, designed for modern life. Direct, premium flights via private terminals offer guests the comfort of low-contact travel and the effortlessness of flying private, in our beautifully designed jets. From custom aircraft to our Hosts and our dedicated Concierge teams, everything we do is personalized, placing the guest at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves on being dedicated, compassionate hosts both with our guests and our teammates. At [redacted], we are one team and we support each other, knowing together we are stronger as we build a business to reimagine the future of travel.
About The Role
[redacted] is looking for a dependable Chief Pilot to join the Flight Operations team! The Chief Pilot is responsible to the VP, Flight Operations/Director of Operations for the Flight Department’s day-to-day operations. Such as managing and facilitating operations (flight crew and training personnel), maintenance, and coordinates with the customer experience team.
Responsibilities
Partner with the Shared Service team regarding employment to hire and manage any terminations. Participates in merit review and compensation of employees. Manage key personnel related to flight operations.
Work with the Director of Operations to assure the company records are correct. The Chief Pilot shall work in collaboration with the Director of Operations to:
Assure that the airman data maintained by the Company is complete and accurate.
Maintains a current list of pilots that includes name, airman certificate number, position, and date of assignment accessible from the main base of operations.
Assure compliance with the Pilot Records Improvement Act of 1996 (PRIA).
Works in coordination with the Director of Operations to manage the entire scope of the flight department from the perspective of the flight crewmembers, instructors, and check airmen.
Manages and facilitates operations, maintenance, and coordinates with the customer experience team.
Schedules flight crews to meet the requirements of each trip.
Ensures that all Company flight operations are conducted safely, and aircraft are operated in compliance with the manufacturer’s Approved Flight Manual, Federal Aviation Regulations, this GOM, and the regulations of other agencies with jurisdiction overflight operations.
Reports accidents and incidents per Company procedures in collaboration with the Director of Operations.
Overall responsibility for the General Operations manual. Review (quarterly) this General Operations Manual with the Director of Operations to facilitate process improvements.
Authority to suspend the operation of the aircraft in agreement with other crewmembers and management personnel including, but not limited to:
When not serving as a flight crewmember, the Chief Pilot shall be available to support the flight crew in interpreting data and making decisions.
Administer the EFB program to assure that electronic charts and data are current and complete.
Prior to assigning a person a duty assignment as a flight crew, assure that the individual understands the flight and duty time and rest requirements. The Chief Pilot, in tandem with the Director of Operations, has the responsibility to support the flight crew during a flight or series of flights.
Work in tandem with the Director of Operations regarding flight awareness and contact the FAA if an aircraft is overdue or suspected to be overdue by more than 30 minutes.
The Chief Pilot shall work in collaboration with the Director of Operations to support the flight crew when the Director of Maintenance is not available.
Assure training programs are in place and that they meet FAA requirements and are implemented. In collaboration with the Director of Operations, provide the necessary crew training. Conducts Company ground and emergency training, as appropriate, in accordance with the Company’s approved training program.
REQUIREMENTS
Demonstrate excellent safety behavior and attitude, model and promote an organizational culture that fosters safety practices Leadership experience in large organizations.
Knowledge of commercial, private, charter aviation, and air carrier operations.
Specific knowledge of FAA regulatory documents and U.S. Inflight part 135 regulations.
Working knowledge and familiarity with FAA regulatory guidance. Ability to concentrate and work in a fast-paced environment.
Readily accepts changes and adjusts accordingly.
Solution focussed individual with strong leadership skills.
Must meet the requirements listed under 14 CFR 119.71(c).
[redacted] is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.