About This Role
The Regional Chief Pilot serves as part of a mission critical leadership team and as the highest point of contact for aircraft flight standards. The role oversees continuous improvement in scheduling, discipline, safety, and service for the pilot population, while handling the operational demands of a Part 91/135 organization. It is a required management position under 14 CFR Part 119.69 and requires residence in Florida.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Tasks and Responsibilities Reviews, incorporates and ensures compliance with all regulations and specifications applicable to the safe and efficient operation of the Flight Department.
- Engages in periodic reviews and debriefs of flights to determine root cause of flight and crew issues.
- Coordinates meetings off site and at the Company headquarters to perform crew resource management assessments and final resolution.
- Has operational control in accordance with 14CFR135.77 as designated by the Director of Operations.
- Acts as the final authority in relation to the operational control of the aircraft.
- Authorizes deviations and ensures compliance with General Operations and Maintenance Manual (GOMM) and Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs).
- Responsible for safety of flights as it relates to the execution of the delivered daily plan.
- Implements and incorporates advanced technology improvements and ensures compliance with all safety programs.
- Acts as the primary pilot contact for Owner issues/questions, Owner Services relationship issues, Sales team questions and visits.
- Manages employee performance, behavior and provides career development of pilots, flight attendants and fully managed administrative positions.
- Assists the Director of Operations in developing, coordinating and enforcing operational policies, procedures and training matters.
- Responsible to contents of and compliance with the Company General Operating Manual (GOM), Federal Air Regulations (FARs), Operations Specifications (OpSpecs), Flight Manuals and other pertinent information.
- Engages in periodic reviews and debriefs of flights, schedules and training to ensure the highest compliance standards.
What We Offer
How EJM Supports You At EJM, we believe that how you do something is as important as what you do.That's why we foster a collaborative company culture, where leadership is accessible, employee opinions are valued, and relationships matter.We encourage employee growth, recognize the importance of work-life balance, and take pride in being a career destination.To ensure our employees are taken care of at work and at home, we offer a comprehensive package of premium benefits, including: Competitive pay Medical, dental, and vision insurance, available with no monthly premiums 401(k) plan, with 67% of every dollar you contribute matched by EJM Health savings account (HSA) Flexible spending accounts (FSA) Prescription drug benefit plan Life insurance and AD&D benefits Company-paid short-term disability Long-term disability Paid Parental Leave Legal plan Paid Time Off
Requirements
- Education Bachelor's in Aviation Management or related field Certifications and Licenses FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Years of Experience 10+ years of experience Core Competencies Service-Oriented Curiosity Collaboration Adaptability Strives For Positive Results Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other (KSAOs)
- Airline Transport Pilot rating
- PIC experience with a minimum of 3500 hours. Must meet the Management Personnel requirements of FAR 119.69 & 119.71 in addition to the appropriate currency and proficiency requirements of FAR 135/91 and/or equivalent military experience.
- Strong prioritizing and organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple & high level priorities
- Proactive decision making skills
- Available to be on-call 24/7 with company provided communication device
- Must maintain a valid Medical certificate
- May be required to obtain a FAA Type rating in the applicable Fleet type
- Upholds a service standard in a strict & changing regulatory environment
- Large cabin international experience
- Previous Check Airman experience