Pilot & Flight Operations Manager

Job Description

Our client is seeking a Lead Pilot & Flight Operations Manager to lead their Part 91 aviation department located in Boise, ID.

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This individual serves as Lead Captain of a Challenger 604 and is responsible for daily operations of the Aviation Department. The successful candidate will be an experienced aviator, a practical financial operator, and a trusted advisor to company leadership.

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Core Responsibilities

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• Safety is first and foremost when executing all flights and planning
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• Ensuring the aircraft is always prepared for flight
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• Manages the department efficiently and professionally while exhibiting skills in to manage costs, budgets and purchases
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• Own flight operations, aircraft readiness, maintenance coordination, regulatory compliance, financial management, vendor relationships, scheduling, flight crew development, and passenger experience
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Qualifications

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• Airline Transport Pilot Certificate
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• FAA First Class Medical Certificate
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• Challenger 604 or CL-600 series type rating
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• Minimum Hours: 5,000 Total, 2,000 Pilot in Command, 1,000 Turbine,1,000 Multi-engine
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• Significant Part 91 corporate aviation experience
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• Strong understanding of FAA regulations, international operations, CRM, aircraft performance, and operational risk management
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• Ability to pass required background and drug testing
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• Ability to work a variable schedule and respond to changing travel needs
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Ideal Qualifications

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• Previous responsibility for leading a corporate flight department
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• Experience managing aircraft maintenance events and reviewing maintenance work scopes.
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• Experience preparing or managing an aviation operating budget
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• Demonstrated success reducing operating costs without sacrificing safety or reliability
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• Experience working directly with a CEO, ownership group, or senior executive team
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• International flight operations experience
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• Experience developing and mentoring other pilots
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Benefits

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• Very competitive salary, based on experience
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• Ongoing initial and recurrent training
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• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, vision, dental, and supplemental coverage
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• 401(k) discretionary matching
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• Vacation
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• Company-paid life insurance
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• Employee discounts
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• Gym membership reimbursement
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• Opportunities for advancement
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• Location – Boise, Idaho
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