Description

MINCA is looking to add an additional Pilot to join our flight department! The Pilot III shall make safety their overall goal in executing their duties in the operation of company aircraft and other assigned tasks. This person is required to adhere to the direction and intent of company Flight Operations Manual on flights under normal, abnormal, and emergency conditions. The Pilot III reports to the Chief Pilot.      

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Conduct any given flight with the highest regard for the safety of the crew, passengers, cargo, and equipment
 

Provide excellent, world class customer service to all passengers
 

Maintain all currency requirements as per Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR). Comply with all applicable regulations set forth in 14 CFR
 

Comply with all policies and procedures set forth in the company Flight Operations Manual (FOM)
 

Ensure the assigned aircraft is airworthy and all proper documents are on board the aircraft
 

Ensure crewmembers have valid/current airmen certificates, medical certificates, passports, visas, and vaccinations if and when required
 

Provide leadership and supervise all flight crews directly and may assist others in completing their assigned duties and functions
 

Conduct and supervise training of crewmembers in general operating procedures required by the Flight Operations Manual
 

Counsel crewmembers as necessary and advising the Chief Pilot of any abnormalities, which could affect safety. Supervise required training
 

Assume the Lead Pilot role on at least one company aircraft
 

Supervise assigned crewmembers during the preflight, en-route flight and post flight
 

Communicate with passengers concerning the flight, ensuring all passenger needs are met and all are briefed in accordance to the requirements
 

Ensure compliance with customs, immigration and sabotage laws
 

Ensure emergency equipment such as life rafts, life vests, etc. as well as provisions for passenger comfort are aboard, and ensure all cargo is properly secured
 

Ensure the aircraft has been properly released for service by the maintenance staff and all open discrepancies are cleared per the minimum equipment list
 

Coordinate with the maintenance staff to rectify any maintenance problems
 

Ensure the aircraft is properly secured when away from home base
 

Conduct a pre-trip briefing and/or review of the trip with other crewmembers including the flight plan and route, weather, applicable NOTAMs, and all pertinent trip details
 

Comply with assigned schedules and other directives governing aircraft operations
 

Determine the flight crew is adequately rested, nourished, and in proper uniform
 

Ensure that all flight planning requirements have been met. Prepare flight plan, considering such factors as altitude, terrain, weather, range, weight, cruise control data, airport facilities, and navigational aids
 

Ensure a flight plan or other authorized flight locating procedure is followed on each flight to the Aviation Scheduler
 

Make decisions as necessary to the start, delay or cancellation of the flight, or deviation from a planned destination when operating conditions dictate, notifying the Aviation Scheduler of any changes
 

Supervisory Responsibilities 

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Client Responsibilities

This is an internal and external client facing position that requires excellent customer service skills and interpersonal communication skills (listening/verbal/written).  One must be able to; Respond promptly to client needs; Solicit client feedback to improve service; Respond to requests for service and assistance from clients; Meet commitments to clients; Manage difficult or emotional client situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
 

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
 

Mathematical Skills  

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. 
 

Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
 

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. 
 

Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
 

Competencies To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following:

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Working Hours

This is an exempt level position requiring the incumbent to work the hours required to fully accomplish job responsibilities and reasonable meet deadlines for work deliverables. The individual must have the flexibility to work beyond traditional hours and be able to work nights, weekends or on holidays as required.  Work hours may be changed from time to time to meet the needs of the business.  Typical core business hours vary based on flight schedule.

Travel

This position requires both domestic and international travel of up to 25%.  A valid passport and ability to leave the United States is required.

Requirements

Education and/or Experience 

Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university; and 5+ years experience flying a corporate aircraft; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

 Minimum of 4,000 flight hours total time
Minimum of 2,000 hours in multi-engine aircraft
Minimum of 1000 hours in turbojet aircraft (500 hours in-type preferred)
International Experience (Preferred)
Owner Operator, Mentoring pilot experience (Preferred)
CE525 type rating (CJ4 Preferred)
 

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Hold a FAA Airline Transport Pilot Certificate, with AS/MEL and Instrument ratings. Type rating in company aircraft. Completed manufacturer's approved initial training programs in company aircraft and a minimum of two recurrent training courses. Hold an FAA First Class Medical Certificate.