Executive Travel Facilitator

ChenMed•Miami Gardens, FL

4d•$91,165 - $130,235•Remote

About The Position

The Executive Travel Facilitator flies ChenMed executives on long- or short-haul flights for leisure, business, or commercial purposes. The role is responsible for the safe and efficient conduct of each flight, from initial dispatch through termination, and assists in coordinating aircraft maintenance with flight scheduling. The facilitator must remain current with federal and local flight regulations and hold a current, valid, active airline transport certificate with the necessary type ratings. The posting describes a requirement of 5,000 hours of flight experience, while its education and experience criteria separately state a minimum of 1,500 hours of total flight time, ideally more, and at least two years of pilot experience. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical Science or a related field, though experience may substitute for education year-for-year. The facilitator must have requisite FAA certifications and be able to pass background and drug screening tests. Travel locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally may be required up to 90% of the time. The role pays a stated annual salary range of $91,165 to $130,235 and may also be eligible for bonuses or commissions. ChenMed describes its organization as family-owned and physician-led, focused on improving healthcare for seniors, and offers compensation, comprehensive benefits, career development, advancement opportunities, and work-life balance.

Requirements

Current, valid, active airline transport certificate with necessary type ratings.
Minimum 5,000 hours of flight experience, as stated in the position description.
Minimum two years of experience as a pilot.
At least 1,500 hours of total flight time; more is considered ideal.
Bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical Science or a related field; experience may substitute for education year-for-year.
Requisite FAA certifications and ability to pass background and drug screening tests.
Extensive knowledge of FARs.
Ability to manage relationships with FAA inspectors.
Meets USFS/OAS Make, Model, Series, and Weight Class requirements.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Fluency in spoken and written English.
Ability to use independent judgment.
Ability to travel locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally up to 90% of the time.

Nice To Haves

Previous Part 135 Check Airman and/or Instructor experience.

Responsibilities

Gather information about the route, weather, passengers, and aircraft.
Use flight information to prepare a flight plan specifying altitude, route, and required fuel.
Balance fuel levels for safety and economy and supervise aircraft loading and fueling.
Ensure all safety systems are functioning properly.
Brief the cabin crew before flights and maintain regular contact during flights.
Conduct pre-flight checks of navigation and operating systems.
Communicate with air traffic control before takeoff and during flight and landing.
Ensure noise regulations are followed during takeoff and landing.
Interpret information from aircraft instruments and controls.
Regularly check aircraft technical performance and position, weather conditions, and air traffic during flight.
Respond quickly and appropriately to environmental changes and emergencies.
Update the aircraft logbook and prepare an end-of-flight report documenting incidents or aircraft problems.
Assist with coordinating aircraft maintenance and flight scheduling.
Perform other duties as assigned and modified at the manager’s discretion.