Jet Aviation | Chief Pilot

Behind every seamless journey, is the perfect team. Since 1983, Jet Aviation Staffing has been supporting the industry’s most prominent aviation companies by attracting and placing top talent. With thousands of direct hire placements of crew members, maintenance professionals, support staff, management and executive positions, and many more disciplines, we continue to perfect the art of staffing. When you want to find the very best career opportunity, you can rely on a team of dedicated professionals. On behalf of our external customers, Jet Aviation Staffing upholds in-depth and extensive standards to ensure we are recommending the best talent. Dedicated to the details, our expertise ensures a perfect career opportunity match for each of our candidates and a seamless experience for our customer.

JOB SUMMARY:

Qualified applicant for this position must possess excellent communication, grammatical and telephone skills. They should have the ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Be extremely organized, technical, and punctual, with excellent interpersonal, communication, and professional people skills. They must be highly detail oriented and able to work independently and exercise good judgment as well as have exemplary customer service orientation and be analytical, yet always ask and verify while being an excellent listener and an independent/creative thinker.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reports to the Chief Pilot.
• Carries out the assignments set forth by the Chief Pilot.
• May perform duties as a flight crewmember.
• Assists with the preparation and execution of ground training.
• Promotes compliance with and understanding of company procedures and federal regulations.
• Assists in the upkeep and management of company manuals, records and publications.
• Assists with international flight planning.
• Is the final authority for the safe operation of the company’s managed aircraft.
• Performs all duties associated with aircraft operation in a 14 CFR Part 135 operating. environment to include: airworthiness, proper documentation and company manuals onboard, weight and balance computations, weather, performance, fueling, flight locating, briefing, and generally operating the aircraft within the limitations of the manufacturer and company.
• Directs the activities of the Second In Command ensuring that flight crew members understand fully and completely what individual duties they are expected to perform.
• Promotes and fosters a safe operating environment in accordance with FAA and the company’s requirements and proactively contributes to the company’s Safety Management System.
• Adheres to all company policies and procedures.
• Is expected to present a professional image in all environments as a key representative of the company.
• Maintains currency requirements in accordance with FAA Regulations.
• Maintains a 1st Class Medical in accordance with company policy.
• Provides a high level of professionalism and customer service.
• Works closely with and assists in all department duties as needed.

REQUIREMENTS

• CE525 type rating preferred
• 3000 hours fixed wing time, 1500 hours PIC
• 1000 hours multi-engine.
• 1000 hours turbine 500 hours PIC preferred
• Previous Part 135 experience preferred
• Airline Transport Pilot Certificate required
• FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operators Permit
• Current FAA First Class Medical required
• Valid Passport
• No accidents or Incidents
• Have administrative or office experience
• Must pass all pre-employment background checks (DMV, credit and PRIA)
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screening
• Must be able to read, speak and write fluently in the English language
• Ability to relocate within 1 hour of company's base of operations in Houston, TX (KHOU)
• Must be able to meet international travel requirements

EDUCATION
Bachelor’s Degree Preferred

Jet Aviation provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.