Base Chief Pilot | Citation CJ4

Position Summary

The Base Chief Pilot provides day-to-day leadership, mentorship, and operational oversight for pilots assigned to the base while maintaining proficiency and currency as a Citation CJ4 Pilot in Command. This flying leadership role supports pilot standardization, training, crew readiness, scheduling, safety, and consistent execution of Part 135 operating standards.

Schedule

• Full-Time
• On-call Base Chief Pilot duties when scheduled

Responsibilities

• Serve as direct supervisor and primary point of contact for pilots assigned to the base
• Maintain proficiency and currency as a Citation CJ4 Pilot in Command
• Provide day-to-day leadership, mentorship, and operational oversight
• Support pilot standardization and consistent execution of company policies, SOPs, checklists, manuals, and operational expectations
• Provide on-call leadership support for pilot, operational, safety, crew readiness, and base-level issues when scheduled
• Mentor new hires and support ongoing pilot development
• Participate in pilot interviews, selection, onboarding, and retention efforts as requested
• Assist with recurrent training, local training coordination, pilot readiness, and required checking events
• Support FAR 135.293 and 135.299 checking events when authorized and qualified
• Coordinate with flight operations leadership, training, scheduling, and dispatch to support crew readiness and base performance
• Conduct regular pilot performance reviews
• Provide coaching, feedback, and professional development support
• Address pilot performance, interpersonal, and disciplinary matters and escalate issues when appropriate
• Manage and coordinate local pilot schedules in accordance with operational needs
• Support implementation of updated procedures, policies, safety initiatives, and security initiatives
• Support local service provider relationships and overall base operational performance

Requirements

• Minimum 3,500 hours Total Flight Time
• Minimum 1,500 hours Multi-Engine
• Minimum 500 hours Turbofan
• Minimum 2 years of Part 135 and/or Part 121 operating experience
• Minimum 1 year of PIC experience in turbojet operations
• FAA ATP Certificate with AMEL privileges
• Current FAA First Class Medical Certificate
• FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit
• Valid Driver’s License
• Must reside or be willing to relocate within one hour of the Milwaukee area
• Strong working knowledge of FAA regulations, company manuals, flight operations standards, and professional pilot expectations
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and communicate effectively with pilots

Preferred Qualifications

• CE-525 Type Rating
• Citation CJ4 operating experience
• Minimum 100 hours in CE-525C aircraft
• Previous Part 135 PIC experience
• Previous check pilot, instructor, training captain, lead pilot, assistant chief pilot, or base leadership experience
• International operating experience

Benefits

• 401(k) with company matching
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Group Term Life Insurance
• HSA
• 3 weeks PTO
• Holidays off

Compensation

Not Specified