Chief Pilot (KSBP Based)

ACI Jet • San Luis Obispo, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Chief Pilot is responsible for the professional standards of the flight crews and for implementing and maintaining flight operations policies and procedures in coordination with the Director of Operations. This position will include operating ACI Jet aircraft as well as performing associated office duties. The Chief Pilot reports directly to the Director of Flight Operations.

Requirements

• Minimum 5000 hours total time.
• International and oceanic operations experience.
• 3+ years of leadership/management experience.
• Meet all required qualifications state in CFR Part 119.71.
• Current and valid Pilot’s Certificate with an English proficient endorsement.
• Valid ATP rating.
• Able to maintain a First Class Medical.
• Able to maintain a valid US Passport.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or have 3-5 years of professional aviation experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work as a part of a team in a high-stress, fast-paced environment.
• Highly motivated, organized, and attentive to detail.
• Extremely computer proficient.
• Knowledgeable of all applicable Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Able to lift 50 pounds, climb, kneel, squat, sit and stand for extended periods.
• Able to read, write, and speak English.
• Provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• No violation of FAA regulations within the last five (5) years.

Nice To Haves

• Chief Pilot Experience
• Prior FAR Part 135 experience.
• Bombardier, Cessna, or Gulfstream operating experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and manages flight crews in coordination with the Director of Operations.
• Hires, terminates, and assigns crewmembers to duty positions.
• Supervises Dispatch personnel with respect to compliance with regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Coordinates with Dispatch personnel in assigning crew to trips.
• Supervises the Director of Training with respect to all training activities of flight crew, dispatchers, and cabin crew.
• Assists the Director of Operations in formulating and implementing operations policies and procedures.
• Assists with adding and removing aircraft from ACI Jet’s certificate and ensuring that the aircraft are properly equipped for applicable operations.
• Ensures proper documentation is onboard all aircraft.
• Maintains aircraft and crew profiles with various entities.
• Maintains aircraft weight and balance program.
• Submits all requested reports regarding flight personnel to the Director of Operations.
• Ensures that all flight crew personnel are qualified and current in accordance with ACI Jet’s Operations Specifications and the Applicable Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Ensures that all aerodromes and routes served by ACI Jet are operationally suitable and meet ACI Jet standards and requirements.
• Disseminates information to all crewmembers pertaining to routes, airports, NOTAMS, NAVAIDS, company policies, and regulations.
• Has authority to act for the Certificate holder, including the signing of FAA correspondence and operations specifications.
• Manages ACI Jet’s MEL program.
• Maintains proficiency as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) – Complies with all FARs, Operations Specifications, Company Policies, and Company Procedures.
• Provides exceptional courtesy, professionalism and customer service to ACI Jet charter clients and owners.
• Remains knowledgeable relative to the applicable portions of the ACI Jet Air Carrier Operations Manual (ACOM).
• Maintains a close, productive, and beneficial relationship with ACI Jet personnel.
• Ensures the safety and quality of all assigned duties and responsibilities by actively and positively participating in ACI Jet’s SMS program.

Benefits

• ACI Jet is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on any protected characteristic, including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, sex, gender, age, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
• Reasonable accommodations are provided for qualified applicants with disabilities unless doing so would cause undue hardship; contact HR for details.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager