Deputy Chief Pilot

Westwind School of Aeronautics Phoenix, LLC dba United Aviate Academy; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Westwind School of Aeronautics Phoenix, LLC, dba United Aviate Academy is seeking an experienced Deputy Chief Pilot to lead the flight instructor team and oversee our flight training and professional development program. You will ensure training complies with the approved TCOs and all applicable regulations and policies, in collaboration with the Chief Pilot.

You will help develop, implement, and enforce policies and procedures to enhance safety and training effectiveness, including the Enhanced

Qualifications

• 4+ years' experience as a flight instructor.
• 2+ years' experience as check airman or Chief flight instructor.
• 2+ years' leadership experience.
• Meets 141 Chief Pilot qualifications for Private, Instrument and Commercial.
• Experience as flight instructor preferred.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint; Teams/SharePoint/PowerBI a plus.
• First Class medical with first class privileges.

Responsibilities

• Oversee line Flight Instructors to execute schedules, attendance and performance.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements for flight training.
• Promote flight safety with the Safety & Compliance team.
• Identify areas for continuous improvement and support student needs.
• Coach, mentor and lead instructors to meet standards.
• Coordinate courses, aircraft and approvals.
• Monitor metrics to ensure instructor quality and efficiency.
• Attend management meetings and ensure alignment across teams.
• Participate in ad-hoc value-add projects.
• Act as Instructor/Examiner as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Data analysis

Communication skills

Coaching & mentoring

Strategic thinking

Education

Associate's degree

Gold Seal CFI / Master CFI

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerBI

Microsoft Teams

Office Suite

Job description

Position Summary

An experienced manager and flight instructor with excellent people skills. Will lead a team of flight instructors to achieve training objectives, and the Chief Pilot executing our flight training and professional development program. The Deputy Chief Pilot will be responsible for ensuring that all training is conducted in compliance with the approved TCO's and with all regulations and policies. The Deputy Chief Pilot in conjunction with the Chief Pilot will be responsible for the development, implementation, and enforcement of all applicable policies and procedures to achieve these objectives and will be directly responsible for effective implementation of the Enhanced Pilot Program (EPP).

Duties/Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all line Flight Instructors in execution of the published flight and training schedule, attendance and performance.
• Ensuring that the company follows all local, state, and federal regulatory requirements regarding delivery of flight Training.
• Responsible for promoting flight safety throughout the company, supported by the Director, Safety and Compliance.
• Proactively identify areas for continuous improvement, looking for ways to support student needs and excellence on a day-to-day basis while working in partnership with Standards, Safety, Operations, Academy and Student Services, and others, as necessary.
• Provides ongoing coaching, mentoring, and leadership to instructors.
• Ensuring compliance with United's standards.
• Coordinate all courses, devices, aircraft, and employee approvals.
• Monitor key metrics to ensure instructor quality and efficiency.
• Attending management and organizational meetings; ensuring two-way communication and alignment throughout the functional areas of the business.
• Assist management with Ad-Hoc value-add projects.
• Acting as an Instructor and/or Examiner, when required dependent upon availability.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

Experience

• 4+ years' experience as a flight instructor.
• 2+ years' experience as a check airman, Assistant Chief, or Chief flight instructor role.
• 2+ years' experience in a leadership role.
• Meets all 141 Chief Pilot qualifications for Private, Instrument, and Commercial courses.
• Experience as a flight instructor preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and Power Point, including advanced Excel skills. Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, PowerBI and other related systems experience a plus.
• Extensive understanding of 14 CFR, FSIMS 8900, and other regulations pertaining to aviation.
• First Class medical with first class privileges.

Education

• Associate's degree Preferred (i.e., Aviation, or Business Administration)
• Gold Seal CFI, Master CFI or equivalent certifications Preferred

Essential Knowledge, Skills, Behaviors

• Excellent listening, oral and written communications skills.
• Customer service oriented
• Strong problem solving and analysis skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, and aviation scheduling systems.
• Knowledge of Aviation regulations, policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Knowledge of United Airlines policies, procedures and standards.
• Ability to think strategically and translate concepts into actionable items.
• Courage to make key decisions and advise leadership with professionalism & poise.
• Comfortable working in ambiguous situations.
• Strong ability to use data & analytics; determine key decisions and identify actions for best results.
• Build strong partnerships across the business areas, operations, standards, safety, student services, and United Airlines.
• Commitment to the company culture as a subsidiary of United Airlines and valuing the Core4.
• Outstanding attention to detail, organizational skills, valuing compliance & ethical behavior, governance & controls, and adhering to company and financial policies.

EEO Statement

Westwind School of Aeronautics Phoenix, LLC, dba United Aviate Academy (UAA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind - All employment decisions at UAA are based on business needs. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, and promoting job applicants and employees without regard to race, religion or belief, color, national, social, or ethnic origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, genetic information, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identify and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, or any other status protected by laws, regulations, and reasonable accommodations. Decisions on employment and promotions are based solely upon an individual’s qualifications, with reference to the responsibilities and skills required of the position for which the individual is being considered. United Aviate Academy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and welcome all qualified individuals of different backgrounds.

Training the Next Generation of Pilots

United Aviate Academy, United’s wholly owned flight school, is creating a pathway to the flight deck for aspiring aviators through an accelerated and rigorous flight training program focused on instruction and safety.