Chief Pilot

[Company Name] is seeking an exceptionally skilled and dedicated Chief Pilot to lead its elite flight operations. This pivotal role demands a strong commitment to aviation safety, regulatory compliance, and unparalleled customer service. The Chief Pilot will be instrumental in fostering a high-performing and professional flight department, setting the benchmark for operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, comprehensive supervision, training, guidance, and performance oversight for all flight crew members.
• Establish, maintain, and rigorously enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant flight operations.
• Ensure meticulous adherence to all Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, company policies, and stringent safety standards across all flight activities.
• Regularly conduct flight duties, encompassing both domestic and international operations.
• Strategically manage pilot scheduling, optimize duty time limitations, and ensure comprehensive flight readiness.
• Evaluate and mentor pilots, fostering professional development and ensuring continuous regulatory compliance and skill enhancement.
• Assist in the strategic management of aviation department expenditures and proactively identify opportunities for cost optimization without compromising safety or service.
• Support comprehensive maintenance oversight, including coordinating detailed inspections and audits with maintenance personnel and external vendors.
• Maintain meticulous operational records and ensure precise, timely documentation of training, flight hours, and certifications.
• Collaborate strategically with leadership to define departmental goals, implement continuous improvement initiatives, and advance critical safety programs.
• Champion a robust culture of teamwork, unwavering professionalism, and exceptional customer service throughout the flight department.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10,000 total flight hours, including:
  • 5,000 hours in turbine aircraft
  • 5,000 hours as Pilot in Command
• A Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Possession of a current FAA First Class Medical Certificate and a Commercial Pilot Certificate.
• A Challenger 604 type rating is highly preferred.
• Extensive experience in both domestic and international flight operations.
• A minimum of five (5) years of progressive corporate aviation experience.
• Demonstrated exceptional leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Profound understanding of FAA regulations, Safety Management System (SMS) programs, and industry best practices.
• Possesses a highly professional, discreet, and service-oriented demeanor.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt seamlessly in dynamic operational situations and maintain composure under pressure.
• Holds a valid, unrestricted passport.

Desired Attributes

• A deep-seated passion for aviation safety and operational excellence.
• Superior interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Exceptional attention to detail and robust organizational abilities.
• Team-oriented mindset with a steadfast commitment to company culture and values.
• Highly technically skilled coupled with a proactive, hands-on leadership approach.

Physical & Travel Demands

• Ability to sit for extended periods and proficiently perform all duties requisite to aircraft operation.
• Acuity of hearing and vision sufficient for effective communication and safe navigation.
• Capability to assist passengers as required and oversee comprehensive preflight safety inspections.
• Requires frequent domestic and international travel, up to 75% of the time.