Chief Pilot - MD

NexGen Flight Solutions is seeking a highly skilled Chief Pilot to oversee our boutique Part 91/135 management firm in Easton, MD. The ideal candidate will possess substantial flight operations experience domestic and international, a strong understanding of Part 91 & 135 regulations, and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of safety and efficiency. Preference will be given to candidates with extensive experience in Gulfstream GIVSP and/or Global Express aircraft.

Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and strategic direction for all flight operations.
• Ensure compliance with Part 91 & 135 regulations, company policies, and safety standards
• Lead & manage a small team of pilots, fostering a culture of excellence, integrity & customer service.
• Perform flight duties on qualified aircraft.
• Develop and implement operational procedures & strategies to optimize efficiency, safety, and department growth.
• Coordinate with the maintenance department and communicate in a timely manner to the scheduling department for mechanical repairs, planned inspections, and maintenance on our fleet.
• Organize and oversee pilot training and development, including the scheduling of initial and recurrent training in accordance with fleet policies and safety standards.
• Verify that all company and contract pilots are in compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Support HR in the interviewing, recruiting, hiring, and onboarding of new pilots.
• Ensure aircraft documents, checklists, publications, and databases are current and up to date.
• Maintain accurate reporting & record-keeping practices.
• Supervise flight planning, aircraft performance, and resource allocation for optimal operations

• Possess a valid Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate.
• Substantial experience as corporate/charter pilot.
• In-depth knowledge of Part 91 and Part 135 regulations and their application.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Exceptional decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to adapt and thrive in a dynamic and customer-centric environment.
• Minimum 3000 hours total time
• Type ratings in GIV and BD-700 (preferred)
• Bachelor's degree in Aviation or related field (preferred)
• Resides or willing to relocate to within a 1-hour driving distance of Easton, MD

Benefits:

The compensation package includes a competitive salary, scheduled paid time off, and comprehensive benefits covering health, dental, vision, and life insurance paid 100% by the company.