Dir of Operations

Piedmont Airlines•Philadelphia, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Piedmont Airlines is seeking a motivated, reliable leader to join their Flight Operations Department as a Director, Operations. The primary responsibility of this role is to administer company policies and procedures, ensuring all flights meet legal requirements and maintain safe and secure operations with the highest regard for safety and quality of service. The successful candidate must hold an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate and have three years of experience within the past six years as pilot in command of a large aircraft under 14 CRF § 121. This position reports to the Vice President, Flight Operations. Piedmont Airlines emphasizes a team-oriented environment where individuals are passionate about aviation, strive for excellence, and are accountable for collective success.

Requirements

Hold an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate
Three (3) years of experience, within the past six (6) years, as pilot in command of a large aircraft under 14 CFR § 121
Full understanding of the company’s SMS and SeMS (14 CFR § 5)
Full understanding of aviation standards and safe operating practices
Full knowledge and understanding of all appropriate maintenance and airworthiness requirements from 14 CFR § 1, 25, 65, 91, and 121
Clear driving record
10-year Criminal History Records Check
Drug screen as required
Proof of high school or GED completion
Minimum 23 years of age

Nice To Haves

Five (5) years in union work

Responsibilities

Direct the overall development and management of the Flight Operation Department, including applicable policies and procedures
Coordinate all departments to ensure a smoothly functioning operation
Responsible for the dissemination of safety and security critical operational information
Actively support the company’s Safety Management System (SMS) and Security Management System (14 CFR § 5)
Primary liaison between the company and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Primary Operations Inspector
Primary liaison between the company and pilots’ union
Ensure flight scheduling, dispatch, and customer service requests are coordained with aircraft maintenance requirements
Establish specification and quality standards; in addition, contribute to safety, security, reliability, and economy by developing capable personnel, effective tools, procedures, and by judicious use of personnel and equipment
Serve as member of Operations Standards Board