Contour | Chief Pilot

Assistant Chief Pilot

Contour Aviation is seeking an Assistant Chief Pilot for their Part 135 operations, based at company headquarters in Smyrna, TN. This leadership role reports to the Chief Pilot, is delegated significant authority and duties, and assumes the Chief Pilot's responsibilities in their absence. The Assistant Chief Pilot will provide pilot leadership across all domiciles and serve as an active crewmember.

About the Role

The Assistant Chief Pilot serves as a key leader within Contour Aviation's flight operations, directly supporting the Chief Pilot. This position is responsible for providing pilot leadership across all Contour domiciles, ensuring safe and efficient operations, and actively participating as a crewmember. The Assistant Chief Pilot will supervise company pilots, conduct line supervisory flying, and contribute to the continuous improvement of flight operations and pilot standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Report directly to the Chief Pilot, assume Chief Pilot duties in their absence.
• Provide pilot leadership and guidance across all domiciles.
• Serve as an active crewmember and conduct line supervisory flying.
• Supervise company pilots to ensure compliance with regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain required numbers of qualified flight crew members.
• Ensure professionalism and adherence to standards among pilots.
• Administer disciplinary actions in coordination with management and HR.
• Conduct pilot interviews and assist with administrative duties.
• Represent the Company in various activities.
• Maintain current knowledge of manuals and applicable regulations.
• Encourage suggestions for process improvements and error reporting.

Requirements

• Minimum age of 23.
• Authorized to work in the United States and able to travel internationally.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Proficiency in reading, understanding, and writing English.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Office 365, Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Ability to pass a 10-year work history review, criminal background check, and fingerprinting.
• Ability to pass a DOT-required pre-employment drug screening and participate in random testing.
• Polished interpersonal skills with a positive, customer-oriented attitude.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Well-developed people skills with the ability to work with diverse personalities.
• Ability to coordinate multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Capacity to handle interruptions and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with the ability to motivate others.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills delivered with tact and professionalism.
• Availability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and varying schedules.
• Ability to work safely and professionally, adhering to all regulatory requirements.
• Meet applicable requirements of 14 CFR Part 119, including 119.69 and 119.71.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of experience with a regional or major airline.
• U.S. Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate.
• First-Class FAA Medical Certificate.
• Type rated, or capable of becoming type rated, on a Contour-operated aircraft.
• Ability to lift 70 pounds.
• Comprehensive understanding of Contour’s General Operations Manual, Operations Specifications, and applicable 14 CFR Parts 119 and 135.