Regional Chief Pilot

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At Piedmont Airlines, our strength is the way we deliver industry-leading service to our customers and airline partners. To continue our standard of excellence, Piedmont is seeking a motivated, reliable leader to join our team as a Regional Chief Pilot in our Flight Operations Department. The primary responsibility of the position is to plan and execute programs involving personnel, equipment, policies, and procedures required of the Flight Operations Department in maintaining the Company objective of providing safe, efficient, and profitable air transportation. This position will report to the Director, Flight Operations. 

Essential Duties:

Responsible for the performance of assigned flight crews

Ensure a safe, cost effective, and reliable operation in accordance with established Company policies, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Regulations, and consistent with customer expectations

Actively support the company's Safety Management System (SMS) and Safety and Environmental Management System (SeMS) (14 CFR Part 5)

Coordinate Flight Operations Department activities among the various crew bases and with other Company departments

Direct flying operations, conduct other activities of line pilots, and accomplish additional tasks as assigned by the Director of Flight Operations

Plan and execute programs involving personnel, equipment, policies, and procedures required of the Flight Operations Department in maintaining the Company objective of providing safe, efficient, and profitable air transportation

Monitor and administer daily flight operations and associated activities

Direct the coordination of recruitment, qualification, training, scheduling, and performance of flying and ground personnel in the Flight Department

Monitor and administer daily flight operations and associated activities

Maintain an overview of Flight Operations Department systems and practices to assist responsible managers in maintaining overall efficiency and regulatory compliance

Direct the coordination of recruitment, qualification, training, scheduling, and performance of flying and ground personnel in the Flight Department

Direct the coordination of flight equipment, procedures, and performance items with other departments and outside agencies or groups

Direct the coordination of Flight Department investigations made necessary by accident or incident and in overall Company areas of safety

Serve as a member of the Operational Data Analysis Group (ODAG)

Serve as designee to chief pilot of company Operations Standards Board (OSB)

Promote and communicate safety and security information throughout the organization

Executive safety risk management and perform safety assurance following SMS principles

Job Qualifications and Competencies:

Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate with appropriate ratings

A thorough understanding of aviation standards, safety operating practices, operations specifications, maintenance, and airworthiness requirements

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree

Currently employed in a pilot position

Previous experience in a Regional Chief Pilot or equivalent position

A type rating in aircraft to be flown

Previous First Officer or Captain at an FAR part 121 Air Carrier

Work Environment:

Airport ramp and warehouse environment, subject to varied weather conditions and elevated noise levels

Available to work any shift including nights, weekends, and holidays

Standard office environment, use of computers and other office equipment

Extensive travel, ability to spend consecutive nights away from base

Exempt

Physical Requirements:

Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds

Frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, walking, reaching, lifting, climbing up and down stairs

The above statements provide a brief description of the general nature of work performed and are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position. Duties and expectations are subject to change as needed.

Employment is contingent upon a clear driving record, 10-year Criminal History Records Check, and drug screen as required. We also require proof of high school or GED completion. Minimum 23 years of age.

Benefit package includes paid training, holiday pay, 401(k), vacation, and family travel on the American Airlines network.  Medical and dental available.

Starting Rate:

$200,000.00/Annual Salary - 250,000.00/Annual Salary (Based on locale and experience)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. ​

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer bonuses awarded in accordance with company policies and applicable criteria.