Chief Pilot

We are a dynamic Airborne ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) company specializing in providing critical airborne services for government, defense, and commercial clients. Our mission is to deliver high-quality, reliable, and efficient air operations while maintaining the highest standards of safety, compliance, and performance. The Chief Pilot will play a key role in ensuring the safe and effective operation of our fleet across military and general aviation environments, including DCMA, Part 91, and Part 135 flight operations.

The Chief Pilot will oversee the operational aspects of all flight crews, ensuring that all flying activities are performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with FAA regulations (Part 91 and Part 135), military requirements, and company policies. This position is essential to the management and growth of our airborne ISR capabilities and requires an experienced leader with a strong background in aviation operations, flight safety, and personnel management.

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• Oversee and manage all flight operations for the Airborne ISR missions, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations (Part 91 and Part 135), Department of Defense policies (DCMA), and applicable airspace requirements.

• Coordinate flight schedules, crew assignments, and operational resources to ensure maximum efficiency and safety.

• Ensure all flight activities meet safety standards, including conducting regular safety briefings, incident investigations, and audits of operational procedures.

• Develop, implement, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and policies related to flight operations, including emergency procedures, crew duty times, and flight crew training.

• Maintain continuous compliance with FAA, DCMA, and military regulatory requirements.

• Supervise and mentor flight crew personnel, ensuring ongoing training and professional development.

• Provide leadership and guidance to pilots to ensure high levels of crew performance, safety, and morale.

• Oversee pilot recruitment, selection, and retention strategies to build and maintain a qualified and capable flight team.

• Develop and implement pilot training programs in accordance with FAA, company, and operational standards.

• Ensure that pilots are trained and current in all necessary qualifications, certifications, and skillsets required for operational needs.

• Oversee recurrent training and conduct periodic evaluations of flight crews.

• Regularly review flight data and operational performance to identify areas for improvement and ensure continuous optimization of flight operations.

• Provide operational reports to senior leadership, including incident/accident reports, safety audits, and crew performance reviews.

• Collaborate with other departments, such as Maintenance, Logistics, and Intelligence, to ensure operational objectives are met.

• Coordinate with government agencies, contractors, and other stakeholders to facilitate smooth execution of airborne ISR missions.