Flight Training Director

Job Description

Purpose:

To ensure the quality and effectiveness of flight training, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:

• Reports to the Director of Operations (DO) and is responsible for oversight and compliance of Part 121 and Part 135 pilot training and qualification

• Responsible for maintaining a ground and flight training program for Part 135 and Part 121 crew members which meets or exceeds FAA and Company requirements

• Responsible for the maintenance, revision, and regulatory compliance of the Flight Operations Training Manual

• Holds membership on Safety Review Board and provides technical expertise

• Responsible for oversight, compliance, and monitoring the process and quality of flight crewmember training and qualification

• Responsible for oversight and compliance of Part 142 contract training centers

• Maintains training record system in compliance with federal regulations

• May be qualified under Part 135 or Part 121 but is not required to do so

• May hold company instructor or check pilot authority but is not required to do so

• Communicates training, checking, and qualification results to the Chief Pilot (CP) and DO

• Schedule and conduct required audits for the Training Department

• Maintain a good working relationship with customer and attend customer sponsored training events

• Approves or rejects payment for all contract training provider invoices

• Hire and maintain a highly trained Flight Training Department staff that meets the needs of the flight department

• Serves as a technical resource for Part 121 and Part 135 aircraft and operations

• Ensures standardization of Part 121 and Part 135 instructors

• Responsible for advanced simulator qualification program

• Responsible for tracking and improving upon overall departmental KPIs

• Provide oversight of department employees and track established goals and areas of improvement

• Maintain a good working relationship with regulatory agencies including the FAA and TSA, and provide records and information as required per regulation

• Launch special projects to improve upon the training process and efficiency of the Company

• Help develop and work within departmental budgets

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Holds an Airline Pilot Certificate with a type rating in one aircraft (preferred in aircraft operated by MAC). College degree required, may substitute industry or military experience.

Has previous administrative/management experience and is proficient with MS Office and Adobe.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Work typically performed in an office environment.

SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Occasional travel is required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

Flight Training Managers

Ground Instructors

Flight Instructors / Mentors

Simulator Instructors

Flight Training Administration Manager

Mountain Air Cargo, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package.

Full-time