Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
matching 401(k) program
paid time off (PTO)
Medical Coverage
dental coverage
vision coverage
Job Description
Freeman Jet Center (FJC Charter) is a distinguished aviation company specializing in FAR Part 135 charter operations. As an established entity in the aviation industry, FJC Charter offers tailored charter flight services with an emphasis on safety, compliance, and exceptional customer service. The company operates under stringent Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, ensuring all flight and operational procedures meet or exceed regulatory requirements. With a focus on excellence and client satisfaction, FJC Charter maintains a strong reputation for reliability in the charter aviation sector, serving diverse clientele with varying travel needs.
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Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or have equivalent years of professional aviation experience
- Minimum 3000 hours total time
- 1200 hours pilot in command that includes 500 hours cross country time
- 100 hours of night time and 75 hours of actual or simulated instrument time
- Prior FAR Part 135 experience as Chief Pilot or Director of Operations
- Meet all required qualifications stated in CFR Part 119.71
- Current and valid Airline Transport Pilot Certificate
- Able to maintain a Second-Class Medical
- 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
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or have equivalent years of professional aviation experience
- Minimum 3000 hours total time
- 1200 hours pilot in command that includes 500 hours cross country time
- 100 hours of night time and 75 hours of actual or simulated instrument time
- Prior FAR Part 135 experience as Chief Pilot or Director of Operations
- Substantial business acumen
- clear, comprehensive understanding of the link between Flight Operations and business strategy
- Ability to develop clear, actionable steps in support of an overall business strategy
- Ability to coordinate and oversee relevant, effective training programs to targeted audiences
- Ability to lead, engage, inspire, and influence people
- High level of professionalism and self-confidence
- self-starter
- Ability to use considerable discretion, judgment, tact, and diplomacy when dealing with highly confidential information
- excellent coaching, counseling, and conflict resolution skills and abilities
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization using written, verbal, and presentation skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- professional and positive disposition
- ability to diffuse tensions under stressful conditions
- good listener
- Excellent organizational and project management skills
- self-motivated with the ability to prioritize and quickly assess what needs to get done
- Logical problem-solving ability with proficiency in solving practical problems and dealing with situations where only limited information or standards exist
- Meet all required qualifications stated in CFR Part 119.71
- Current and valid Airline Transport Pilot Certificate
- Able to maintain a Second-Class Medical
- 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 and capable with financial spreadsheets
- Knowledgeable of all applicable Federal Aviation Regulations
- 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
Job Duties
- Acts as the accountable manager for allocating resources
- Is responsible for oversight of the FAA Part 135 certificate
- Is responsible for oversight of all aircraft on the FAA Part 135 certificate
- Functions as the Director of Operations
- Supervises the Chief Pilot
- Develops and implements processes, policies, and procedures to ensure that all flight operations are conducted safely and in compliance with all Federal Aviation Regulations, Operations Specifications, and Company policies
- Oversees the development of flight schedules, and the retention of duty time / flight records
- Is responsible for adding and removing aircraft from FJC Charter certificate and ensuring that all aircraft are properly equipped for applicable operations
- Has authority to act on behalf of the Certificate holder, including the signing of FAA correspondence and operations specifications relative to FJC Charter FAR 135 certification
- Acts as a liaison for FJC Charter to any external agencies which may affect FJC Charter aircraft operations (FAA, 3rd Party Auditors, etc.)
- Is responsible for ensuring that all required reports and documents relative to FJC Charter Part 135 Operations are filed and maintained in an appropriate manner
- Coordinates revisions to FJC Charter Air Carrier Operations Manual. Submits the proposed revisions to the FAA and receives confirmation that the revisions are acceptable
- Coordinates with the Director of Maintenance regarding the timely correction of mechanical irregularities and discrepancies
- Oversees the welfare of flight operations personnel
- Must meet all required qualifications stated in CFR Part 119.71
- Ensures safety and quality throughout FJC Charter and management operations by fostering participation in FJC Charter SMS program and promoting a safety and quality-oriented culture within the organization
- At his or her discretion, the Director of Operations may delegate all, or a portion, of these duties to another employee but shall still retain ultimate responsibility for their completion
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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