Director of Flight Ops & Crew Leadership

Wheels Up; Anchorage (AK); Hybrid; USD 223,000 - 263,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k) plan

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Mental health and wellness resources

Job summary

Wheels Up is seeking a Director of Flight Operations to manage flight crews, establish policies, and ensure regulatory compliance across the operation. The role requires frequent coordination with the FAA, leadership of aviation teams, and maintaining currency in the applicable aircraft type.

Hybrid work arrangement is offered, with one week per month at the MOC for those outside the Anchorage area. Salary ranges reflect senior leadership responsibilities and the scope of private aviation

Qualifications

• Meet the applicable requirements of 14 CFR Part 119 to serve as Director of Operations.
• Hold an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate with GIV type rating.
• Experience as Pilot in Command (PIC) of a large turbine-powered aircraft under FAR Part 121 or Part 135 in the last six years.

Responsibilities

• Exercise operational control over all aircraft operations as delegated by VP of Flight Operations.
• Maintain currency in a company aircraft type with monthly flying.
• Lead flight operations personnel and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in aviation management or related field

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Wheels Up is seeking a Director of Flight Operations to manage flight crews, establish policies, and ensure regulatory compliance across the operation. The role requires frequent coordination with the FAA, leadership of aviation teams, and maintaining currency in the applicable aircraft type.

Hybrid work arrangement is offered, with one week per month at the MOC for those outside the Anchorage area. Salary ranges reflect senior leadership responsibilities and the scope of private aviation