Chief Pilot - Part 91/135 Operation (Naples FL)

Naples Jet Center seeks a highly skilled Chief Pilot to oversee our boutique Part 91 flight operations and assist in the development of Part 135 charter operations in Naples, FL. The ideal candidate will possess substantial flight operations experience, a strong understanding of Part 91 & Part 135 regulations, and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of safety and efficiency. Preference will be given to candidates with extensive experience in Phenom 100 & Phenom 300 models.

Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and strategic direction for all flight operations.
• Ensure compliance with Part 91 & 135 regulations, company policies, and safety standards.
• Lead & manage a small team of pilots, fostering a culture of excellence, integrity & customer service.
• Perform flight duties on qualified aircraft.
• Develop and implement operational procedures & strategies to optimize efficiency, safety, and department growth.
• Coordinate with the maintenance department and communicate in a timely manner to the scheduling department for mechanical repairs, planned inspections, and maintenance on our fleet.
• Organize and oversee pilot training and development, including the scheduling of initial and recurrent training in accordance with fleet policies and safety standards.
• Act as liaison with insurance company & maintain comprehensive familiarity with fleet policies.
• Verify that all company and contract pilots are in compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Support HR in the interviewing, recruiting, hiring, and onboarding of new pilots.
• Ensure aircraft documents, checklists, publications, and databases are current and up to date.
• Maintain accurate reporting & record-keeping practices.
• Supervise flight planning, aircraft performance, and resource allocation for optimal operations.

• Possess a valid Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate.
• Substantial experience as a corporate pilot.
• In-depth knowledge of Part 91 and Part 135 regulations and their application.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Exceptional decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to adapt and thrive in a dynamic and customer-centric environment.
• Minimum 3000 hours total time
• Type ratings in Phenom 100 & Phenom 300 (preferred)
• Bachelor's degree in Aviation or related field (preferred)
• Resides or willing to relocate to within a 1-hour driving distance of Naples, FL