Deputy Chief Pilot: Flight Training Leader & Compliance

United Aviate Academy; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

United Aviate Academy in Goodyear, AZ seeks an experienced Deputy Chief Pilot to lead a team of flight instructors and ensure training objectives are met with high safety and compliance standards.

You will work with the Chief Pilot to develop, implement, and enforce policies and procedures, oversee schedule execution, and continuously improve training programs, including the Enhanced Pilot Program, while mentoring staff and promoting excellence.

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ experience as a flight instructor.
• 2+ years leadership roles (check airman/Chief roles).
• Meet 141 Chief Pilot qualifications for Private, Instrument, and Commercial.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and aviation scheduling systems.
• First Class medical with first class privileges.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee line Flight Instructors and schedules.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Promote flight safety throughout the company.
• Coach and mentor instructors.
• Coordinate courses, devices, aircraft, and approvals.
• Attend meetings as needed and communicate across teams.
• Assist with ad-hoc value-add projects.

Skills

Leadership

Flight Instruction

Regulatory Knowledge

Data & Analytics

Education

Associate’s degree Preferred

Gold Seal CFI, Master CFI or equivalent certifications Preferred

Tools

Excel

Power BI

SharePoint

Teams

Job description

United Aviate Academy in Goodyear, AZ seeks an experienced Deputy Chief Pilot to lead a team of flight instructors and ensure training objectives are met with high safety and compliance standards.

You will work with the Chief Pilot to develop, implement, and enforce policies and procedures, oversee schedule execution, and continuously improve training programs, including the Enhanced Pilot Program, while mentoring staff and promoting excellence.