Assistant Chief Pilot

Job Description

About the Company Contour is a long-established aviation services company with a diverse range of capabilities. Its core values guide every action and decision, with an unwavering commitment to integrity and safety at the heart of all of its business lines. Team members are expected to show an attitude of excellence, to think like a customer, and to work together as a team to achieve ambitious goals. Rapid growth has created a number of career opportunities across the company. Role Overview 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. The position provides pilot leadership across all Contour domiciles while also serving as an active crew member. The Assistant Chief Pilot must be qualified through training, experience and expertise consistent with 14 CFR 119.69 and 119.71, and provides guidance, coaching, mentoring and support across all divisions to ensure safe and efficient operations. The role also drives continuous improvement of flight operations processes and pilot standards to strengthen compliance posture and operational effectiveness. Key Responsibilities Supervise company pilots to ensure flights are conducted safely and in accordance with the applicable CFRs, Operations Specifications, company policies, Pilot Work Rules and procedures. Ensure flight operations are conducted in accordance with company policies and applicable federal, state, local and foreign regulations. Maintain the required number of qualified flight crew members to conduct reliable flight operations that satisfy company requirements. Conduct line supervisory flying to ensure the professionalism of pilots and the maintenance of overall pilot standards. Maintain the highest possible standards of performance, image and conduct for pilots, and ensure pilot appearance, attendance and personal conduct comply with company policy. Administer disciplinary action in coordination with Flight Operations management and Human Resources. Conduct pilot interviews. Assist with the administrative requirements of the Chief Pilot's Office and perform other administrative duties as assigned by the Chief Pilot. Encourage employees to make suggestions for process improvements or to report errors. Represent the company in government, industry and community activities. Maintain current knowledge of the General Operations Manual, Operations Specifications and the federal regulations applicable to company operations. Other duties as assigned by leadership. Requirements Be at least 23 years of age. Be 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 understand, read and write English. Basic knowledge of the Microsoft suite of products including Office 365, Excel, Outlook and Word, and a basic understanding of similar software. Able to pass a 10-year work history review and submit to criminal background and fingerprint checks. Must pass a DOT-required pre-employment drug screening and submit to and pass FAA and company-mandated random drug and alcohol testing. Polished and professional interpersonal skills with a positive attitude and a customer-oriented mindset. Strong leadership and organizational skills and the ability to work with a variety of personalities. Able to coordinate multiple priorities, meet deadlines and handle interruptions in a fast-paced environment while maintaining strong attention to detail. Self-motivated and able to motivate others. Excellent written and verbal communication skills delivered with tact and professionalism. Able to work nights, weekends, holidays and varying schedules. Ability to lift 70 pounds. Able to work in a safe, professional manner adhering to OSHA, EPA, state and federal regulations. Not on a step of discipline (if currently employed at Contour). Licences & Qualifications 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. 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. Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Comprehensive understanding of Contour's General Operations Manual, Operations Specifications and the applicable 14 CFR Parts 119 and 135. Experience Two years of experience with a regional or major airline. What We Offer Insurance: health, vision and dental insurance, plus short/long-term disability and voluntary life insurance, effective the first day of the month following the hire date. 401(k) savings plan: eligibility begins the first day of the month following the hire date; the company matches contributions up to 6% of eligible compensation. Enrollment guidelines and a 401(k) Enrollment Guide are provided during onboarding. Paid sick leave: accrual of up to 56 hours per year; unused sick leave rolls over annually until the sick bank reaches 480 hours. Vested vacation hours: granted on 1 January following the hire date and available for use in line with company policy. Travel privileges: non-revenue/space available (NRSA) travel on Contour from hire, plus access to MyID Travel after 6 months of active service. Leaves of absence: medical leave, non-medical family care leave, maternity and paternity leave and personal leave, as set out in the Employee Handbook. Contour offers a competitive salary based on prior work experience. Additional Information Delegated authority: delegated by the Director of Operations to exercise limited authority for operational control of flight operations, and delegated the authority and duties of the Chief Pilot, assuming those duties in the Chief Pilot's absence. Shift: Any Position type: Full Time Education level: 2 Year Degree Travel: Negligible

Requirements

• Supervise company pilots to ensure flights are conducted safely and in accordance with the applicable CFRs, Operations Specifications, company policies, Pilot Work Rules and procedures.
• Ensure flight operations are conducted in accordance with company policies and applicable federal, state, local and foreign regulations.
• Maintain the required number of qualified flight crew members to conduct reliable flight operations that satisfy company requirements.
• Conduct line supervisory flying to ensure the professionalism of pilots and the maintenance of overall pilot standards.
• Maintain the highest possible standards of performance, image and conduct for pilots, and ensure pilot appearance, attendance and personal conduct comply with company policy.
• Administer disciplinary action in coordination with Flight Operations management and Human Resources.
• Conduct pilot interviews.
• Assist with the administrative requirements of the Chief Pilot's Office and perform other administrative duties as assigned by the Chief Pilot.
• Encourage employees to make suggestions for process improvements or to report errors.
• Represent the company in government, industry and community activities.
• Maintain current knowledge of the General Operations Manual, Operations Specifications and the federal regulations applicable to company operations.
• Other duties as assigned by leadership.
• Be at least 23 years of age.
• Be 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 understand, read and write English.
• Basic knowledge of the Microsoft suite of products including Office 365, Excel, Outlook and Word, and a basic understanding of similar software.
• Able to pass a 10-year work history review and submit to criminal background and fingerprint checks.
• Must pass a DOT-required pre-employment drug screening and submit to and pass FAA and company-mandated random drug and alcohol testing.
• Polished and professional interpersonal skills with a positive attitude and a customer-oriented mindset.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills and the ability to work with a variety of personalities.
• Able to coordinate multiple priorities, meet deadlines and handle interruptions in a fast-paced environment while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and able to motivate others.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills delivered with tact and professionalism.
• Able to work nights, weekends, holidays and varying schedules.

Benefits

• Insurance: health, vision and dental insurance, plus short/long-term disability and voluntary life insurance, effective the first day of the month following the hire date.
• Contour offers a competitive salary based on prior work experience.