Director of Flight Training

Amerijet International•Miami, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Flight Training will provide leadership to the Flight Operations Training Department to achieve company goals and objectives associated with safety, security, reliability, operational efficiency, productivity, and customer satisfaction. The Director of Flight Training is accountable to the Senior Director of Flight Operations, ensuring all aspects of departmental training are following 14 CFR Part 121. Required to have a thorough knowledge of all FAA training related regulations and industry standards. Accountable for the day-to-day operation of AmeriJet Internationals flight training program delivery. Accountable for maintaining compliance with all training standards established by AmeriJet. Accountable for training records through the Training Records Supervisor. Accountable for the standardization of flight operations training through the respective ground/flight training instructors, check airman. Evaluates training requirements and identifies specific training solutions to support our operations teams with industry leading training curricula and delivery methods. Coordinate with the Senior Director of Flight Operations to ensure operational safety and standardization of procedures for training delivery. Ensure ETOPS training is continuous, robust, and updated as needed to ensure FAA requirements are met. Implement safety risk management processes within the flight training department that supports the principles of the Safety Management System (SMS). Develop and implement strategies communicating Company goals and department performance requirements to all department personnel. Supervise, train, monitor, and assess staff member performance. Oversees all instructors for all training delivery and professionalism of the instructors. Ensure all equipment needed for Flight Operations Training is available and in good working order. Ensure proper instructor staffing completed all required training. Make recommendations for the departmental operating and capital expense budgets. Participates and attends weekly departmental and company meetings, as required. Offer solutions and provide input to solve complex challenges. Duties and responsibilities as outlined in the General Operations Manual and Training Program Manual. Other duties as assigned by the Senior Director of Flight Operations. Responsible for the oversight of all FAA training records and qualification requirements for all Instructor, Check Airman, and Air Program Designee’s. Responsible for the continuous improvement and updated curriculum to all training programs.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of all FAA training related regulations and industry standards.
Must be able to demonstrate authorization to work in the U.S

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in aviation management, training or adult learning or equivalent experience.
Experience as Pilot-In-Command in Part 121.
Experience as a Line Check Pilot.
Experience as a Proficiency Check Pilot.
Previous experience leading an adult learning program.
If the individual that is selected for the Director of Flight Training is a First Officer, he will be upgraded to Captain position with required training.
At least 3 years of airline management experience
5 years or more as Part 121 Training Experience
Strong Communication skills (written and oral)
Computer literacy and strong Microsoft Office skills
Proven record of project planning and execution
ATP, B-757/767 Type Rating preferred (will type candidate if needed).

Responsibilities

Accountable for the day-to-day operation of AmeriJet Internationals flight training program delivery.
Accountable for maintaining compliance with all training standards established by AmeriJet.
Accountable for training records through the Training Records Supervisor.
Accountable for the standardization of flight operations training through the respective ground/flight training instructors, check airman.
Evaluates training requirements and identifies specific training solutions to support our operations teams with industry leading training curricula and delivery methods.
Coordinate with the Senior Director of Flight Operations to ensure operational safety and standardization of procedures for training delivery.
Ensure ETOPS training is continuous, robust, and updated as needed to ensure FAA requirements are met.
Implement safety risk management processes within the flight training department that supports the principles of the Safety Management System (SMS).
Develop and implement strategies communicating Company goals and department performance requirements to all department personnel.
Supervise, train, monitor, and assess staff member performance.
Oversees all instructors for all training delivery and professionalism of the instructors.
Ensure all equipment needed for Flight Operations Training is available and in good working order.
Ensure proper instructor staffing completed all required training.
Make recommendations for the departmental operating and capital expense budgets.
Participates and attends weekly departmental and company meetings, as required.
Offer solutions and provide input to solve complex challenges.
Duties and responsibilities as outlined in the General Operations Manual and Training Program Manual.
Responsible for the oversight of all FAA training records and qualification requirements for all Instructor, Check Airman, and Air Program Designee’s.
Responsible for the continuous improvement and updated curriculum to all training programs.