Assistant Chief Pilot

This position assists the Chief Pilot & Director of Operations with their day-to-day duties and responsibilities at the International Base Stations of BQN/SJU. This position will also assist in the coordination of the Mountain Air Cargo pilots and aircraft in International Operations within the Flight Department.

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Supervises pilots to ensure compliance with Company policy, FAA, ICAO, aircraft, and operating procedures.
• Observes crew procedures at assigned aircraft locations and conducts ramp checks of aircraft and crew members to ensure proper flight kit and revisions, performing safety audits when requested.
• Ensures flight crewmembers and the Manager of OCC have necessary information to operate safely and according to regulations and prescribed limitations.
• Coordinates with flight schedulers in preparation of the international pilot schedules to ensure current and qualified flight crews are available at each location for each flight.
• Reviews schedules for most efficient use of flight crew and to assist in coordinating travel requirements.
• Works directly with the Maintenance Department and Scheduling to assure aircraft movements and crews are coordinated for maintenance needs and operational reliability.
• Acts as departmental manager as needed up to and including 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to assist with operational need.
• Reviews and approves weekly expense reports and payroll as needed.
• Participates in pilot recruitment, interview and hiring process.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Chief Pilot.
• Establishes and keeps good relations with airport authorities, field administrators and ramp managers, handlers, and other service companies.
• Manages the availability and readiness of staff, equipment, supplies and services at their assigned locations.
• Diligently manages service during operational disruptions with the goal of maintaining a high level of customer service and reliability.
• Assists with the permit process and authorizations as necessary for international flight operations.
• Represents Flight Department at company meetings.
• Ensures positive communications with Flight Crewmembers, Flight Following department and other Company personnel.
• Assists Chief Pilot with manual rewrites as necessary.
• Writes bulletins and memos to communicate effectively with crewmembers.
• Adheres to company policy and procedures.
• Works with Operations to manage all storm/hurricane movements.
• Helps with the Fuel ticket program as needed.
• Promotes and supports all safety programs.
• Performs all necessary audits as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Chief Pilot.

Education and Experience:

• An associate degree with an aviation related, or business administration major is required. An equivalent combination of relevant education and training management work experience may be substituted.
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the Federal Regulations and airline industry.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as technical data, safety rules/regulations, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write management reports and correspondence.
• Ability to develop and proof operational materials.
• Ability to speak effectively in interpersonal situations and before groups of employees.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.

Training Requirements:

• Able to qualify as a line Captain in any of the aircraft that Mountain Air Cargo operates
• Stay up to date on current industry events, regulatory developments, and relevant information to the aviation field.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort:

• Work typically performed in an office environment. However, sometimes work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures, dirt, or dust, etc.
• Light physical effort - Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking. Exposed to any number of elements but with none present to the extent of being disagreeable.
• Occasional Travel required to offsite locations (Up to 20%).

Mountain Air Cargo is an equal opportunity employer.