Chief Pilot: Lead, Scale & Elevate Private Aviation

Total Aviation Staffing; Fishers (IN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Generous benefits package

Paid vacation and holidays

Training programs

Discounted flight training

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Total Aviation Staffing in Indianapolis, IN seeks a Chief Pilot to lead and develop our pilot organization, drive safety, and grow the operation. You will shape department direction, oversee standards, staffing, and compliance while maintaining currency through occasional flying.

Ideal candidate has ATP, 5,000+ total hours, 3,000+ PIC, and 3+ years PIC in Part 121/135 environments, plus proven leadership of 25+ pilots.

Qualifications

• ATP certificate is required.
• Minimum 5,000 hours total flight time.
• Minimum 3,000 PIC hours.
• At least 3 years PIC in Part 121 or Part 135 operations.
• Demonstrated leadership in a Part 135 environment.
• Experience leading a pilot group of 25+ pilots.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the pilot organization and ensure safety and compliance.
• Maintain high safety, performance, accountability, and professionalism standards.
• Develop and standardize department policies and procedures.
• Oversee fleet-wide operational standards and performance reviews.
• Identify risks, trends, and areas for improvement from operational data.
• Provide strategic direction and long-term growth for the department.
• Conduct limited flight activities to maintain currency and operational knowledge.
• Oversee hiring, promotions, and disciplinary actions for pilots.
• Relocation to Indianapolis, IN and background checks required.
• Support training programs and discounted flight training access.

Skills

ATP Certificate

5000 hours total flight time

PIC 3000 hours

PIC in Part 121/135

Leadership experience

Managing 25+ pilots

Relocation willingness to Indianapolis

Job description

Total Aviation Staffing in Indianapolis, IN seeks a Chief Pilot to lead and develop our pilot organization, drive safety, and grow the operation. You will shape department direction, oversee standards, staffing, and compliance while maintaining currency through occasional flying.

Ideal candidate has ATP, 5,000+ total hours, 3,000+ PIC, and 3+ years PIC in Part 121/135 environments, plus proven leadership of 25+ pilots.