Job description
The Assistant Chief Pilot reports directly to the Chief Pilot, is delegated the authority and duties of the Chief Pilot role, and assumes Chief Pilot duties in the Chief Pilot's absence. This position provides pilot leadership across all Contour domiciles while also serving as an active crewmember. The Assistant Chief Pilot must be qualified through training, experience, and expertise consistent with 14 CFR 119.69 and 119.71. Key Responsibilities include supervising company pilots to ensure flights are conducted safely and in accordance with applicable CFRs, Operations Specifications, Company policies, and procedures; conducting line supervisory flying; maintaining pilot standards; conducting pilot interviews; and assisting with administrative requirements of the Chief Pilot's Office. Qualifications: - Must be at least 23 years of age - Authorized to work in the United States - U.S. Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate - First-Class FAA Medical Certificate - Type rated, or capable of becoming type rated, on a Contour-operated aircraft - Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience - Two years of experience with a regional or major airline - Must meet applicable requirements of 14 CFR Part 119, including 119.69 and 119.71, for Chief Pilot responsibilities in Part 135 operations - Must pass DOT-required pre-employment drug screening and FAA/Company-mandated random drug and alcohol testing - Must pass a 10-year work history review and criminal background/fingerprint checks - Valid driver's license and good driving record - Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
Additional requirements
- Authorized to work in the United States and able to travel in and out of the United States
- Valid driver's license and good driving record
- Must pass a 10-year work history review, criminal background and fingerprint checks, and DOT-required pre-employment drug screening
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Two years of experience with a regional or major airline
- Meet the applicable requirements of 14 CFR Part 119, including 119.69 and 119.71, for Chief Pilot responsibilities in 14 CFR Part 135 operations
- Ability to lift 70 pounds
Compensation and Benefits
- Health, vision, and dental insurance
- Short/long-term disability insurance
- Voluntary life insurance
- 401(k) savings plan with company matching up to 6%
- Paid sick leave up to 56 hours per year (rolls over up to 480 hours)
- Vested vacation hours
- Non-revenue/space available (NRSA) travel privileges on Contour Airlines
- MyID Travel access after 6 months of service
- Medical leave
- Non-medical family care leave
- Maternity and paternity leave
- Personal leave
Base Location
United States
Smyrna Airport (MQY / KMQY)
