ATR Captain: Lead Flight Operations & Safety

Empire Airlines; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 130,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401k matching

Travel Benefits

CASS Privileges

Job summary

Empire Airlines in Missoula, MT is seeking an experienced ATR Captain to lead safe, compliant flight operations in Part-121 service. You will oversee crew performance, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate with dispatch, ATC and maintenance.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, maintaining up-to-date regulatory knowledge, and reporting as required by FAA/DOT. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits accompany this demanding leadership role.

Qualifications

• ATP certificate with MEL rating.
• 1st class medical.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Must adhere to FAA/DOT required Drug and Alcohol Program.

Responsibilities

• Safely maneuver the aircraft during all phases of flight; monitor all flight conditions including weather and cargo safety, and verify go/no-go decision; verify fuel requirements and related weather variables and ensure proper loading; make alternate destination decisions when the intended destination is unavailable.
• Maintain command of all situations as they arise due to unexpected circumstances during the flight; ensure proper communication with stations, towers, flight controllers and dispatchers during the flight; file all reports required by the FAA and report any unusual aircraft behavior or performance to dispatch or maintenance personnel; properly record flight-hours in conjunction with Dispatch and adhere to FAA rest requirements and company directives.
• Supervise and evaluate staff; maintain familiarity and knowledge of applicable changes in regulations and procedures concerning the safe operation of all company aircraft; maintain thorough knowledge of all applicable policies, procedures, manuals, handbooks and protocol; serve as a positive, constructive and communicative leader for the company and its customers.
• Review company bulletins and other correspondence on a daily basis, including emails and voicemails; submit all transmittals, expense reports and other company documents/correspondence in an accurate and timely manner, in accordance with policy and procedures.
• Serve as a role model for ethical behavior, maintain a professional and dignified work environment, and promote and support the mission of Empire Airlines.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

FAA/DOT compliance

Education

ATP certificate with MEL rating

1st class medical

Job description

Empire Airlines in Missoula, MT is seeking an experienced ATR Captain to lead safe, compliant flight operations in Part-121 service. You will oversee crew performance, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate with dispatch, ATC and maintenance.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, maintaining up-to-date regulatory knowledge, and reporting as required by FAA/DOT. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits accompany this demanding leadership role.