Kalitta Air, LLC | B747 100-300 Chief Pilot

Kalitta Air is seeking an Assistant Chief Pilot to manage the day-to-day functions of all pilots, reporting to the Chief Pilot. This position, located in Ypsilanti, MI, US, will ensure operational efficiency and adherence to safety standards.

About the Role

• Manage the day-to-day functions of all pilots as directed by the Chief Pilot.
• Ensure flight crew members adhere to Kalitta’s policy and procedures, providing an exceptional customer experience with the highest level of safety.
• Prepare and distribute applicable crewmember instructions, bulletins, and manual information.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure regulatory compliance with the FAA, ICAO, and EASA.
• Assist the Chief Pilot with interviewing and hiring pilots.
• Act on behalf of the Chief Pilot when required.

Requirements

• Ability to read, write, and understand spoken and written English.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• No restrictions on International Travel.
• Must possess a current US Passport.
• Ability to pass a 10-year security background check and pre-employment Drug and Alcohol test.

Qualifications

• FAA Multi-Engine Airline Transport Certificate or Restricted Multi-Engine Airline Pilot Certificate.
• Minimum of 2500+ hours of total flight time, with 4000 hours preferred.
• Military pilots must have >1000 hours total time; turbine and PIC hours are flexible.
• Minimum of 1500 turbine (Jet) flight time.
• Minimum of 500 PIC turbine (Jet) flight time.
• Current FAA Class 1 Medical Certificate.
• FCC Radio License.

Preferred Experience and Education

• Previous experience as a Check Airman, Assistant Chief Pilot, Chief Pilot, Fleet Manager, or Director of Operations at a FAR 121/135 carrier is preferred.
• An Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management or a related field is preferred.
• Previous Boeing aircraft operating experience is preferred.
• Ability to successfully complete Kalitta Air’s Captain upgrade program on a B747 or B777.