The Flight Captain will work directly for the Chief Pilot and be responsible for directing live flight and simulator operations associated with student pilot training in the Bell 505 helicopter in support of the contract task order.
The Flight Captainwill be the Subject Matter Expert for all instruction provided under the existing syllabus of instruction (e.g., aircraft, classroom, simulator, stand-up, or practical environments as required, curriculum/courseware development/improvement).
The Flight Captain must understand the Federal Aviation Administration Parts 61 and 91 flight instruction criteria. The Flight Captainwill manage experienced instructor pilots in all phases of Flight Captain operations. Communicates with parties inside and outside of the organization on matters of mission importance to influence senior leadership on new concepts, practices, and approaches. Monitors standardization and flight discipline of line instructors and student pilot candidates.
Assist the Chief Pilot in all duties as required. This includes but is not limited to filling in as the Chief Pilot in their absence, supervising daily activities, acting as risk mitigation briefing authority, and taking a lead role in developing new programs enabling the safe and efficient execution of future Helicopter training requirements.
Responsible for oversight of aircraft, simulator, and academic scheduling functions to ensure customers’ needs are met as described in the Performance Work Statement (PWS) and government proposal.
Responsible for ensuring all programs lead to safe flight operations and coordinating with investigating officials for any aircraft incidents/accidents.
Assist the Program Manager and Chief Pilot in recruitment, interview, and hiring for positions within Operations (as required). This includes newly acquired positions and promotions from within the organization to meet new needs, replacements, and staffing of leadership positions within Operations.
Fly student sorties, instructor initial and upgrade certifications, Annual flight evaluations, Supervisor of Flight, assist with academic instruction (as required), and maintenance operation flight checks/ground.
Interface with appropriate program stakeholders, customers, and the company staff to proactively identify and address quality assurance issues and ensure that all quality requirements are met.
Lead the development of program growth/organizational change when requested by the Chief Pilot.
Other duties as directed by the Chief Pilot to include both internal needs and business development initiatives.
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License(s)/Certificate(s): Current FAA Commercial Pilot, Instrument Helicopter. Current FAA CFI/I Helicopter certification.
2500 hours as Pilot in command, 100 hours Instrument with experience instructing in the company environment, 100 hours night.
1000 hours of instruction given Military IP/Civilian CFI/I. FAA Dual Instruction experience preferred.
Class II FAA flight medical certificate current within the previous 12 months.
Qualification/experience flying technologically advanced aircraft (glass panel).
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a team environment and direct subordinates.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Progressive management experience preferred.
Relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional development education preferred.
Only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
FAA Commercial Rotary Pilot’s License rating and Certificated Flight
Instructor/Instrument-Rotary or can readily obtain through a militarycompetency process with the company .
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