Chief Pilot - Full-time / Part-time

OVERVIEW

The purpose of this job is to serve as the Supervisor of the Pilots, schedule crews, provide assistance to the Sr. Director of Aviation in his absence, and oversee all aspects of the IS-BAO program. This individual will also have the responsibilities of Aviation Captain and act as Pilot in Command of the company aircraft. The Chief Pilot is ultimately responsible for the safe conduct of the flights to which they are assigned. The Chief Pilot must ensure compliance with all Federal, State, local and foreign regulations as well as company policies and procedures. This individual is the final authority in the operation of the aircraft. The Chief Pilot is the visible and actual representative of the flight crew and must act with tact and decorum while ensuring an efficient and safe operation. The Chief Pilot is responsible for the aircraft and crew from the start to the finish of any company flight. Ensures professional standards of the crew members. Participates in the Safety Management System.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Act as Pilot in Command of CCBCC aircraft-Responsible for all aspects of CCBCC flights. Responsible for compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and when applicable, foreign regulations, company and department polices (FOM). Sole manipulator of flight controls when acting as Pilot Flying(PF). Operate radio/navigation equipment when acting as Pilot Not Flying (PNF). Ensure all pre-flight actions by crew are complete before departure. Coordinate all flight crew members assigned to the flight and monitor their performance, share knowledge and evaluate their potential for advancement. Conduct pre-flight crew briefing.
• Supervise Pilots and Flight Attendants- Serve on the department management team as representative for Pilots and Flight Attendants. Review and approve subordinate travel expenses in accordance with company and department. Foster an environment of open communication with direct reports that includes giving and receiving feedback. Oversee flight operations to ensure compliance with regulations, company policies and procedures. Coordinate crew schedules, training and vacations to obtain optimum utilization of resources and promote a positive work environment. Assign ancillary duties to pilots and flight attendants. Ensure that flight crews participate in good cross functional communications, e. g. maintenance, dispatch, etc.
• Flight Planning- Verify departure and destination airport requirements including Customs, Immigration and Agriculture notification and documentation as required. Verify aircraft performance requirements and runway analysis for each departure and destination airports. Obtain all pertinent weather information for each flight. Compute fuel requirements to meet FAA regulations and company policy. Delegate pre-flight planning and cockpit checks to other crew members as required. Ensure that a pre-flight inspection of aircraft has been accomplished, and that all required documentation is on board aircraft before departure.
• Post flight activities- Ensure flight related documentation is accurate and complete, e. g. flight sheets, manifests, discrepancy logs, etc. Ensure that a post-flight inspection is accomplished on the aircraft. Secure aircraft as necessary based on location and prevailing weather conditions. Ascertain that the aircraft is properly serviced and resupplied as required for the next flight. (Fuel, catering, lavatory, etc.) Perform a cabin sweep after passengers deplane to ensure that no baggage or personal effects remain on board. Ensure that transportation is available and provide a smooth transition for passengers from the aircraft to ground transportation.
• Non flight related duties- Ensure that aircraft documentation is maintained. (Flight Manuals, Approach and enroute charts, Customs and Immigration forms, and any other pertinent documents.) Ensure flight crews stay informed on a daily basis with regard to scheduled destinations, crew assignments, passenger manifests, requirements, and transportation needs. Attend recurrent training for each aircraft flown. Stay abreast of industry changes affecting company flight operations. Advise Sr. Director of Aviation as necessary.
• Administrative Duties- Work directly with Flight Operations Administrator on crew assignments. Assist in preparation of annual budget as assigned by Sr. Director of Aviation. Perform annual performance reviews for direct reports. Conduct regular pilot/flight attendant meetings. Maintain the international trip log. Submit all expenses relating to flights, training or any other travel in and accurate and timely manner.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Airline Transport Pilot- multi-engine land, valid instrument rating
• 3,000 total flight time, 1,500 hours multi-engine, 1,000 hours turbine engine, 500 hours jet
• Specific aircraft type rating to fly pilot in command
• 5-10 years experience in management