Chief Pilot The Chief Pilot performs all duties related to flight activities and asset management of the aircraft for this single-pilot operation. The position is responsible to ensure the safe, compliant and efficient execution of all aviation business travel activities. The position also encapsulates managing the airplane operations and the airplane itself, as a component of the larger goals of the company, eg. business tool. Thus, proactive and insightful activities are a main component of this position. REPORTS TO: Aircraft Owner JOB DUTIES: Conduct flight operations on assigned aircraft in a safe compliant manner. Institute and ensure policies and procedures for the operation that include current industry best practices and NBAA guidelines. Advise company personnel of any anticipated pilot or aircraft limitations, due to weather, pilot, aircraft maintenance that may cause schedule interruptions. Provide direction to independent contractors to ensure performance and competence. Maintain an operations policy manual to include flight, maintenance and pertinent company policies. Ensure that revisions and amendments to the aircraft manuals are current. Evaluate department expenditures incurred by operations and make recommendations for maintenance vendors and activities that best fit goals of company Responsibilities: Prepare annual operating budget Monitor operating budget and report deviations between estimated expenditures and actual costs with appropriate explanations. Establish procedures for aircraft scheduling that include policies, forms and records that will provide for effective control and management. Establish and maintain records as required by: Federal Aviation Regulations, Manufacturers, and company policies. Remain informed, through managing resources, of the latest developments within the business aviation community, including the FAR’s and other federal, state, and local affecting operations. Establish and monitor security procedures to protect the aircraft and company facilities. Coordinate the activities of the maintenance/flight operations to achieve the transportation goals and objectives. QUALIFICATIONS: Must hold a current Airline Transport license Experienced in the type of aircraft that the company operates Have at least three years experience as Pilot in Command on jet aircraft requiring two pilots Possesses extensive knowledge of corporate aircraft operations, aircraft systems, and Federal Regulations PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Requires physical activities including lifting, walking, standing, loading of baggage. Must maintain a current FAA medical. JOB CONDITIONS: Subject to noise, vibration, heat and cold conditions Requires frequent overnight stays Requires working non standard working hours Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. ATP License and 2nd Class Medical 4,000 Hours Total Flight Time 2,500 Hours Pilot in Command 1,000 Hours PIC Turbojet or higher altitude equivalent time Willing to live within 1 hour of the base Airport No FAA violations/incidents/accidents within the last 6 years