Chief Pilot

Job Description

Job Description

About the Opportunity:

Are you a leader ready to take the helm in a dynamic and expanding private aviation landscape? Our client, a renowned figure in the private aviation industry, is seeking a dedicated Chief Pilot. This exciting role offers you a chance to lead and shape a pilot organization within a company that is driving growth and innovation. You’ll be working in an environment where thinking strategically and acting decisively is everyday practice, and where you can make a tremendous impact on the company's future direction.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the pilot organization’s overall health and development.
• Maintain high standards of performance, accountability, and professionalism.
• Develop and maintain department-wide standardization policies.
• Ensure operational standards are consistently maintained across aircraft.
• Review reports to identify trends, exposures, and operational risks.
• Provide strategic direction for the department’s future state.
• Conduct limited support flying to maintain type currency and operational insight.
• Maintain final authority over hiring, promotions, and disciplinary actions.
• Ensure strategic teaching and application of tactical decisions.
• Oversee aircraft and crew compliance with regulations, documentation, and operational standards.
• Anticipate staffing and quality-of-life needs and address potential operational constraints.
• Champion the effectiveness of pilot-facing systems.
• Identify and eliminate operational inefficiencies.

Requirements

• Hold an ATP Certificate.
• Have 5,000 hours of total flight time.
• Have 3,000 hours of pilot-in-command (PIC) experience.
• Have at least 3 years of PIC experience in Part 121 or Part 135 operations.
• Have leadership experience in a Part 135 environment.
• Have experience managing a pilot group of 25 or more.
• Ability to obtain and maintain type ratings applicable to the fleet.
• Possess comprehensive knowledge of aviation standards, regulations, and company policies.
• Reside in or be willing to relocate to Indianapolis, IN.
• Successfully pass background checks and pre-employment screenings.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience.
• Relocation assistance to Indianapolis, IN.
• Generous benefits package.
• Competitive wages.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Access to excellent training programs.
• Discounted flight training.
• Supportive, close-knit team environment.
• Compassionate leadership.

Why Apply Through Total Aviation Staffing?
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