Regional Chief Pilot

Endeavor Air • Minneapolis, MN

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Regional Chief Pilot manages the day-to-day operations for Flight Operations at their assigned bases and leads their base management teams, including Flight Operations Base Managers (FOBMs), Regional Crew Managers and Administration staff, to ensure Pilot competence and qualification with regards to safety, regulatory, and communication requirements. The incumbent(s) can be located at the following crew bases (relocation assistance may be available): DTW, ATL, CVG.

Requirements

• Must be a Captain or Captain eligible by the time of applying
• Bachelor’s degree or a combination of education and related experience
• 3 years of experience in airline operations or comparable experience
• 1 year of supervisory experience or equivalent
• Airline Transport Pilot license
• Ability to meet the requirements of FAR 119.67 for Chief Pilot
• Strong work ethic, reliable, self-motivated with a positive attitude.
• Strong business acumen and experience working with all levels of an organization.
• Very strong analytical, interpretive and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with focus on communication and problem resolution.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including strong Excel and PowerPoint skills including the charting, trending and presenting of complex data

Responsibilities

• Responsible for leading and directing activities at crew bases that lead to achieving Flight Plan Goals.
• Works collaboratively with others to ensure consistency best practices are followed.
• Establishes and accounts for Flight Operations base goals, initiatives, and operational performance metrics in dependability, work performance, attendance, operational goals, customer service standards of performance and safety.
• Builds positive relationships within the department and across the organization.
• Establishes and evaluate standards of performance and appearance for flight operations department.
• Conducts special projects as required.
• Participates in the SMS program as established by the Director, Safety and Compliance.
• Participates as a member of the Flight Standards review board.
• Works with management team to ensure Pilots comply with Company Policy and FAR’s.
• Directly supervises assigned Flight Operations Base Managers and participates in the decisions of hiring and promoting.
• Reviews potential discipline and/or termination cases for pilots.
• Participates in grievance hearings, mediation and arbitrations.
• Responsible for base budgets and management staffing (forecasting and maintenance).
• Establishes, supports and maintains agreements between Union and the Company through effective communication and interaction with union representatives.
• Establish guidelines and performance development policies for Flight Ops.
• Conducts and participates in base meetings, departmental staff meetings, and Pilot meetings.
• Conducts Base Manager Performance reviews, coaching and development.
• Reviews, trends operational performance for Flt Ops and implement process improvements.
• Promotes and maintains employee morale and diversity.
• Incorporate performance recognition per Company programs for the base.
• Maintains a high level of knowledge and ensure compliance in the areas of Company Policy, FOM, FAA Regulations, and Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free or reduced-rate travel privileges on Delta Air Lines and 80+ air carriers worldwide for employees and eligible family members
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• 401(k) with Company Match starting on Day 1
• Operational Performance Rewards (OPR) Program
• Life and AD&D Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), and voluntary supplementary benefit options
• Relocation assistance may be available

What This Job Offers

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