Chief Pilot, Part 135 Ops Lead (Learjet 45 / Premier 1)

Aery Aviation LLC; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and company holidays

401(k) with company match

Training and professional development

Job summary

Aery Aviation, LLC is seeking an experienced Chief Pilot to lead our flight operations based at Williamsburg/Newport News International. This leadership role ensures safe, compliant Part 135 operations and supports charter and Special Mission Medical missions.

The ideal candidate has ATP, current FAA First Class Medical, 4,000 total hours, 2,000 PIC, and recent Learjet 45 or Beechcraft Premier 1/1A experience. A strong leader with proven crew management is required.

Qualifications

• ATP certificate with appropriate category and class ratings.
• Current FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
• Eligible to serve as Chief Pilot under FAA Part 119.
• Minimum 4,000 hours total flight time.
• Minimum 2,000 hours PIC.
• Minimum 500 hours turbine PIC.
• Previous Part 135 operational experience.
• Demonstrated leadership and crew management experience.
• Logged operational experience in a Learjet 45/45XR and/or Beechcraft Premier within last 24 months.
• Current type rating in Learjet 45 series and/or Beechcraft Premier preferred.

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 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.

Skills

Leadership

Crew management

FAA regulations

Safety culture

Communication

Education

ATP certificate

Tools

Learjet 45 type rating

Beechcraft Premier 1/1A type rating

Job description

Aery Aviation, LLC is seeking an experienced Chief Pilot to lead our flight operations based at Williamsburg/Newport News International. This leadership role ensures safe, compliant Part 135 operations and supports charter and Special Mission Medical missions.

The ideal candidate has ATP, current FAA First Class Medical, 4,000 total hours, 2,000 PIC, and recent Learjet 45 or Beechcraft Premier 1/1A experience. A strong leader with proven crew management is required.