Base Chief Pilot Job Description
Summary:
The Base Chief Pilot is responsible for the efficient and compliant operation of all aircraft, crewmembers, and maintenance personnel at the assigned base. They report to the System Chief Pilot on all matters involving assigned management contracts and personnel. The Base Chief Pilot is also responsible for maintaining compliance with all Company policies and procedures, as well as applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) under 14 CFR Part 135.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Supervise flight crew activity at the local domicile on behalf of the System Chief Pilot.
- Coordinate with the Flight Coordination Department to ensure efficient aircraft scheduling, pilot availability, and flight execution.
- Collaborate with the System Chief Pilot to ensure pilot training and currency requirements are met, and schedule aircrew training.
- Maintain necessary local aircraft and navigational publications in accordance with FAA Regulations and Company Manuals.
- Track the status of assigned aircraft and maintain essential information on local base pilots.
- Ensure local crews meet all duty time and rest requirements, as well as training requirements set under CFR Part 135 regulations for the assigned aircraft and operation.
- Ensure assigned aircrews coordinate with the Flight Followers and submit required paperwork, including, but not limited to, Aircraft Flight and Maintenance logs and trip expenses. All maintenance items must be reported immediately to the Director of Maintenance.
- Ensure base aircraft are kept clean and stocked. Immediately inform the Director of Operations and the Director of Maintenance of changes in aircraft and crew status.
- Delegate functions to the Base Assistant Chief Pilot or subordinates, but retain ultimate responsibility.
- Assume the duties of the Base Ground Security Coordinator if no ground employee is trained, qualified, and assigned to the position. Refer to the GOM-11, Security Program, for a complete description of the Base GSC duties, responsibilities, and training required.
- Supervise assigned personnel to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, Federal Aviation Regulations, ICAO Rules of the Air, NTSB 830, and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
- Exemplify and uphold the Jet Linx Team Member Service Standards.
- Coordinate, schedule, and review applicable crew and maintenance personnel training with the appropriate training contractor.
- Conduct meetings with all personnel to coordinate activities, identify problems, answer questions, and share information.
- Recruit and interview for base positions as needed.
- Immediately notify of significant events involving the operation, maintenance, or administration of assigned aircraft, or of matters relating to customer relations or personnel.
- Seek the Company Officer's input and/or approval for all operational, personnel, and administrative issues of a substantive nature.
- Submit written reports as required by the General Operations Manual.
- Revise all copies of manuals and publications assigned to the account(s).
- Demonstrate Jet Linx's core values and "Supply the High" in all interactions.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Current and qualified to hold the crewmember supervisor position assigned within an account.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to effectively interact with all levels of the company.
- Competence in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to handle and maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Ability to exercise independent judgment, discretion, and initiative.
- Self-motivated and able to solve problems independently under minimal supervision.
- Ability to travel as needed.
- Ability to operate office equipment as needed.
Education and Work Experience:
- Hold the qualifications and certificates to be a pilot or PIC.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Three (3) years of aviation management experience.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to hold and keep a FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
- The majority of work is completed in a normal office work environment.
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Ability to move up to 50 pounds on an infrequent basis.
Compensation:
Jet Linx offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) with an additional floating holiday.
- 401(k) plan with a 100% company match up to 6% of the employee's salary.
- Additional incentives based on schedule.
- Cell phone stipend.
- Company-paid long-term and short-term disability coverage.
- Company-paid Life insurance.
- And many more amazing benefits!