Senior Flight Operations Leader

LV Aero, LLC; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

LV Aero, LLC is seeking a Chief Pilot to oversee professional standards of flight crews and implement flight operations policies in coordination with the Director of Operations. The role involves operating ACI Jet aircraft and related office duties, reporting to the Director of Flight Operations.

The Chief Pilot will supervise crews, handle hiring decisions, oversee regulatory compliance, and maintain aircraft weight/balance programs.

Qualifications

• Total Time: Minimum 5000 hours total time.
• International and oceanic operations experience.
• 3+ years of leadership/management experience.
• Meet all required qualifications state in CFR Part 119.71.
• Current and valid Pilot’s Certificate with an English proficient endorsement.
• Valid ATP rating.
• Able to maintain a First Class Medical.
• Able to maintain a valid US Passport.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or have 3-5 years of professional aviation experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work as a part of a team in a high-stress, fast-paced environment.
• Highly motivated, organized, and attentive to detail.
• Extremely computer proficient.
• Knowledgeable of all applicable Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Able to lift 50 pounds, climb, kneel, squat, sit and stand for extended periods.
• Able to read, write, and speak English.
• Provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• No violation of FAA regulations within the last five (5) years.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and manages flight crews in coordination with the Director of Operations.
• Hires, terminates, and assigns crewmembers to duty positions.
• Supervises Dispatch personnel with respect to compliance with regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Coordinates with Dispatch personnel in assigning crew to trips.
• Supervises the Director of Training with respect to all training activities of flight crew, dispatchers, and cabin crew.
• Assists the Director of Operations in formulating and implementing operations policies and procedures.
• Assists with adding and removing aircraft from ACI Jet’s certificate and ensuring that the aircraft are properly equipped for applicable operations.
• Ensures proper documentation is onboard all aircraft.

Job description

LV Aero, LLC is seeking a Chief Pilot to oversee professional standards of flight crews and implement flight operations policies in coordination with the Director of Operations. The role involves operating ACI Jet aircraft and related office duties, reporting to the Director of Flight Operations.

The Chief Pilot will supervise crews, handle hiring decisions, oversee regulatory compliance, and maintain aircraft weight/balance programs.