Assistant Director of Operations

Kalitta Air, LLC•Ypsilanti Charter Township, MI

146d•Onsite

About The Position

The ADO assists the DO in oversight of the Flight Operations departments. The ADO will help to monitor, manage, coordinate, and communicate with the DO, the Chief Pilot, and other Flight Operations Management.

Requirements

FAA Multi-Engine Airline Transport Certificate or Restricted Multi-Engine Airline Pilot Certificate
2500+ hours of total time minimum. 4000 hours preferred
If Military: >1000 hrs. Total Time. Turbine and PIC are flexible.
1500 turbine (Jet) flight time minimum
500 PIC turbine (Jet) flight time minimum
Current FAA Class 1 Medical Certificate
FCC Radio License
No restrictions on International Travel
Current US Passport
Ability to pass a 10-year security background check and pre-employment Drug and Alcohol test
Ability to read, write and understand spoken and written English.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Assist in coordinating implementation, integration, and maintenance of Safety Management Systems (S.M.S.) throughout the OCC and Flight Operations.
Ensure policies and procedures are documented in appropriate areas and communicated efficiently.
Ensure all flight operations are conducted at the highest level of safety.
Assist in developing, reviewing, revising, and obtaining required approvals of flight operation manuals and bulletins.
Promote and maintain safety procedures throughout Flight Operations.
Report regularly to the DO on matters relating to Flight Operations.
Assist in monitoring electronic flight bag (EFB) releases and currency.
Continually improve the level of safety in Flight Operations and the OCC.
Comply with all applicable regulatory requirements.
Act as a liaison with regulatory agencies and other third parties.
Assists with A, B, and C OpSpecs application, custody, and maintenance.
Assists with Pilot new hire process.