Chief Pilot — Corporate Flight Operations Leader

Jet Aviation Inc.; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Jet Aviation Staffing, on behalf of Jet Aviation Inc., seeks a Chief Pilot for its private corporate flight department in Bedford, MA. The role leads flight operations, ensures regulatory compliance, and mentors flight crews in a high-service, safety-focused environment.

The successful candidate will be an active line pilot with strong leadership, aviation expertise, and a track record of managing complex flight operations under FAR Part 91.

Qualifications

• FAA ATP certificate required.
• Current FAA First-Class Medical Certification required.
• Type rating for assigned aircraft required or to be obtained.
• Minimum 5,000 hours total flight time preferred.
• PIC experience in corporate or business aviation preferred.
• Strong knowledge of FAR Part 91 operations and aviation safety practices.
• Leadership experience in management roles strongly preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and operational oversight for all flight activities under FAR Part 91.
• Serve as Pilot in Command as required and maintain currency on assigned aircraft.
• Promote a safety-first culture and ensure operations comply with FAA regulations and SOPs.
• Develop and maintain flight department policies, SOPs, and operating standards.
• Coordinate flight crew scheduling, training, and qualification records.
• Oversee pilot training, recurrent training, and currency management.
• Manage flight department records and regulatory documentation.
• Participate in recruitment, onboarding, and performance management of flight crews.
• Coach and mentor pilots and foster a collaborative crew environment.
• Collaborate with maintenance to support aircraft availability and safety decisions.
• Partner with cabin crew and aviation management to deliver seamless trips.
• Support domestic and international trip planning and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain familiarity with international operating requirements.

Skills

ATP certificate

First-Class Medical

Type rating

Pilot in Command (PIC)

FAR Part 91 knowledge

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

Jet Aviation Staffing, on behalf of Jet Aviation Inc., seeks a Chief Pilot for its private corporate flight department in Bedford, MA. The role leads flight operations, ensures regulatory compliance, and mentors flight crews in a high-service, safety-focused environment.

The successful candidate will be an active line pilot with strong leadership, aviation expertise, and a track record of managing complex flight operations under FAR Part 91.