Senior Flight Operations Lead — PIC & Crew (Relocation)

Freeman Jet Center; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

matching 401(k) program

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Job summary

Freeman Jet Center is seeking a Chief Pilot to lead flight crews and ensure high professional standards in coordination with the Director of Operations. The role includes operating FJC Charter aircraft and related office duties, with an excellent compensation and relocation package for qualified candidates.

The Chief Pilot reports to the Director of Operations and will oversee crew assignments, policy formulation, certificate management, and compliance with FARs.

Qualifications

• Total Time: 2500 hours total time, 1200 PIC including 500 cross-country, 100 night, 75 instrument time.
• 3+ years of leadership/management experience.
• Current and valid Pilot’s Certificate with English proficiency endorsement.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of professional aviation experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and manages flight crews in coordination with the Director of Operations.
• Coordinates in assigning crew to trips.
• Assists the Director of Operations in formulating and implementing operations policies and procedures.
• Assists with adding/removing aircraft from FJC Charter certificate and ensuring proper equipment.
• Ensures proper documentation onboard all aircraft.
• Maintains aircraft and crew profiles with various entities.
• Maintains aircraft weight and balance program.
• Submits requested reports on flight personnel to Director of Operations.
• Ensures flight crew are qualified and current per CFR Part 119.71.
• Ensures aerodromes/routes meet standards and requirements.
• Disseminates information to crewmembers on routes, NOTAMS, NAVAIDS, policies, regs.
• Has authority to sign FAA correspondence and operation specs.
• Manages FJC Charter MEL program.
• Maintains PIC proficiency and compliance with FARs and procedures.
• Provides exceptional courtesy and customer service to clients/owners.
• Stays knowledgeable of the GOM.

Skills

Leadership/Management

English proficiency

Communication skills

Team collaboration under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s degree or aviation-equivalent experience

Aviation experience

Job description

Freeman Jet Center is seeking a Chief Pilot to lead flight crews and ensure high professional standards in coordination with the Director of Operations. The role includes operating FJC Charter aircraft and related office duties, with an excellent compensation and relocation package for qualified candidates.

The Chief Pilot reports to the Director of Operations and will oversee crew assignments, policy formulation, certificate management, and compliance with FARs.