Cutter Aviation | Chief Pilot

CHIEF PILOT, PHX

Phoenix AZ

Position Summary:

Cutter Aviation has an immediate need for an energetic and knowledgeable aviation professional to serve as Chief Pilot based at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (KPHX).

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervises flight crew personnel.
• Reports to the Director of Operations.
• Maintains proficiency as Pilot-in-Command.
• Acts as Senior Check Airman when that position is vacant.
• Supervises the Assistant Chief Pilots assigned to each operating base.
• Ensures that all aircraft are properly equipped for applicable operations.
• Submits all reports regarding flight personnel to the Director of Operations.
• Performs the duties of the Director of Training when that position is vacant.
• Schedules flight crewmembers, including assigning Pilot-in-Command duties.
• Manages the RVSM operations and coordinates with the Director of Maintenance for error reporting to the FAA.
• As authorized by the Director of Operations, may exercise authority over initiation, conduct, and termination of flights.
• Disseminates information to all crewmembers pertaining to routes, airports, NOTAMS, NAVAIDS, company policies, and regulations.
• Assists the Director of Operations in formulating operations policies, coordinates those policies, and coordinates operations and training.
• Ensures that all flight crew personnel are certified and supervised according to the requirements specified in the Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Prepares and maintains proficiency records, pilot files, flight schedules, duty time records, reports, and correspondence pertaining to flight operations activities.
• Additional administrative duties as assigned by Director of Operations.

Minimum Requirements:

• Previous turbojet type rating.
• Multi-Engine Airline Transport Pilot Certificate.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently.
• Current 1st Class Medical or ability to qualify for one.
• No accidents, incidents or sanctions in the past 5 years.
• Ability to train an SIC pilot to properly perform their functions.
• Knowledge of general aviation aircraft and their service requirements and the needs of crews and passengers.

Other Minimum Requirements:

• Attention to detail.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Excellent ability to multi-task.
• Able to develop a friendly rapport.
• Professional in appearance and mannerisms.
• A sincere desire to assist customers and be part of a team.
• Excellent customer service, organizational, and communication skills.

Desired Qualifications:

• Preference will be given to candidates with:
• 3000 Total Time hours
• 1500 PIC Hours
• 250 PIC Hours in turbine powered aircraft
• Previous experience in on demand charter operations.
• 3 years or more of Part 121 or Part 135 air carrier experience.
• ATP rating
• Previous FSI or Simuflite Training

Other Requirements:

• Clean driving record.
• Must have a current Passport.
• Able to pass a background check.
• Ability to pass a drug screening test.
• Must have High School Diploma or GED

Ideal candidate will have the following work styles:

• Attention to detail.
• Persistence in the face of obstacles.
• A willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
• Being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
• Being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
• Being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
• Guiding oneself with little or no supervision and depending on oneself to get things done IAW acceptable techniques and methods.
• Maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior even in very difficult situations.
• Accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.