About This Role
Aery Aviation, LLC — an aerospace engineering, aircraft modification, certification, manufacturing and flight-operations company headquartered in Newport News, Virginia — is seeking an experienced Chief Pilot to lead its Part 135 flight department based at Williamsburg/Newport News International (PHF). The role leads flight operations supporting the company's growing charter and Special Mission Medical (SMM) business, ensuring safe, efficient and compliant operation under FAA Part 119 and Part 135. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership skills, extensive Part 135 operational experience, and recent experience operating the Beechcraft Premier 1/1A and/or Learjet 45 series aircraft.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Serve as Chief Pilot in accordance with FAA Part 119 and Part 135 requirements.
- Provide leadership, mentorship and oversight to assigned flight crews.
- Ensure compliance with all FAA regulations, company policies, OpSpecs and Safety Management System (SMS) requirements.
- Manage pilot hiring, training, standardization and qualification programs.
- Conduct pilot evaluations, line checks and proficiency oversight.
- Coordinate with Operations Control, Maintenance, Dispatch and Safety personnel to ensure safe and efficient operations.
- Promote a strong safety culture and proactive risk management throughout the organization.
- Participate in client meetings, audits, accreditation efforts and operational planning.
- Support on-call operational needs and irregular operations as required.
What We Offer
Competitive salary commensurate with experience, with performance bonus opportunitieshealth, dental and vision insurancepaid time off and company holidaysa 401(k) with company matchand training and professional development opportunities.
Requirements
- an ATP certificate with appropriate category and class ratings
- a current FAA First Class Medical certificate
- eligibility to serve as Chief Pilot under FAA Part 119
- a minimum of 4,000 hours total flight time
- a minimum of 2,000 hours PIC
- a minimum of 500 hours turbine PIC
- previous Part 135 operational experience
- demonstrated leadership and crew-management experience
- and excellent communication and organizational skills. Candidates must have logged operational experience in a Learjet 45/45XR and/or Beechcraft Premier 1/1A within the last 24 months. A current type rating in the Learjet 45 series and/or Beechcraft Premier is preferred, but candidates with recent experience and the ability to complete company training will also be considered. Nice-to-haves include prior experience as a Chief Pilot, Assistant Chief Pilot, Check Airman or Director of Operations
- managing multi-aircraft Part 135 operations
- air ambulance, organ procurement, critical-care transport or special-mission operations
- working within a Safety Management System (SMS)
- experience with FAA inspections, audits and accreditation programs
- and operating throughout the Midwest and Northeast United States.