Assistant Chief Pilot

Kamaka Air•Honolulu, HI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves assisting in the oversight of flight operations, ensuring compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations and operations specifications. The Assistant Chief Pilot will monitor and correct operational standards through quality assurance, support flight crew scheduling, and identify and resolve issues that may cause flight delays. A key aspect of the role is managing regulatory compliance, including pilot training, qualification, and record-keeping, as well as maintaining flight operations manuals and publications. The position also requires ensuring thorough training and compliance with policies and regulations, leading pre-flight planning activities, and operating aircraft and ground service equipment safely. The role demands a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.

Requirements

Be qualified to serve as Pilot in Command in Kamaka Air's operations, as applicable.
Possess a strong working knowledge of the 14 CFR Parts as applicable to Kamaka Air operations.
Have previous experience as a Training Captain in Part 135 or comparable commercial aviation operations.
Be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and the use of an iPad in an aviation operational environment.
Possess demonstrated leadership, communication, decision-making, organizational, and personnel management skills.
Ability to sit for extended periods at a desk and use a computer.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to adhere to process protocol.
Must be able to apply established protocols in a timely manner.
Occasional travel between office locations or to off-site meetings/events.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as an FAA authorized Check Pilot.
Three years of experience in the field.
Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with other departments, leadership teams and external stakeholders.
Strong attention to detail and an eye for accuracy.

Responsibilities

Assist in the oversight of flight operations and ensure compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations and operations specifications.
Monitor and correct operational standards through quality assurance.
Support in scheduling flight crews for duty, ensuring compliance with all applicable requirements.
Identify, anticipate, and take corrective action to minimize flight delays.
Work with the training manager and Chief Pilot to ensure flight operations records are properly maintained.
Ensure appropriate pilot records and qualification information are maintained, including compliance with Pilot Records Database (PRD) requirements.
Assist the Chief Pilot in maintaining all flight operations manuals, publications, and controlled documents.
Ensure thorough testing and/or observation that individuals part of the flight operations team know and abide by applicable policies and regulations.
Support the training department in leading all necessary training.
Assist in maintaining accurate and timely documentation of flight records, incidents, and regulatory reports.
Ensure that all pilots maintain valid and current certifications.
Lead, brief, and coordinate with flight and ground crew.
Oversee all pre-flight planning activities, including weather analysis, route selection, fuel planning, and cargo load verification.
Coordinate with ground operations and maintenance teams to confirm aircraft readiness.
Ensure weight and balance are within operational limits and verify cargo loading and security.
Operate aircraft and ground service equipment safely.
Maintain a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
Perform other duties as assigned.