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Manager Corporate Flight Operations

• Bell Textron is seeking a Corporate Flight Department leader to manage and oversee all aspects of Bell’s corporate flight operations, including flight scheduling, aircrew and maintenance personnel management, aircraft maintenance, safety compliance, and executive passenger transport, ensuring efficient and safe air travel. The person selected will join and lead a team of passionate, high caliber aviators, maintenance and operations staff and should be a self-starter, team player, and professionally driven.
• The Manager Corporate Flight Operations will also serve as a Captain to crew the Citation X and Citation X in support of Textron, Bell, and Textron Systems flight operations.
• The Manager Corporate Flight Operations will report to Bell’s Vice President, Flight Operations.

What you’ll be doing as a Manager Corporate Flight Operations

• Lead the corporate flight department consisting of two full-time pilots, two part-time pilots, and two A&P mechanics.
• Act as Captain/Co-Captain on Bell Textron, Textron Systems and Textron aircraft.
• Conduct safe and efficient operation of assigned aircraft.
• Maintain currency on assigned aircraft.
• Maintain knowledge of equipment and government regulations affecting flight operations.
• Operate aircraft within company guidance and adhere to all relevant legal requirements.
• Participate in the company’s Safety Management System (SMS) to ensure Safety remains the highest priority.
• Seek opportunities to use your expertise and experience to contribute and advance the mission of Bell and Textron.
• Create a positive work environment by caring for and developing all personnel assigned.
• Drive team success and continuous improvement by active engagement and leadership within the corporate flight department and the larger flight operations team.
• Work irregular schedules as assigned.
• Represent the company at all times in a professional manner.
• Be open to further career development opportunities within Textron business units.

Skills You Bring To this Role

• Commercial Pilot Certificate/Instrument Rating or Airline Transport Pilot Certificate (Multi-Engine)
• Current First-Class FAA Medical Certificate or the ability to obtain prior to start
• Experience as a flight crewmember, with a working knowledge and practical experience of FAR Part 91 or FAR Part 135
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• Minimum of 3000 Total Fixed Wing Flight hours
• Minimum of 1500 Multi-Engine Turbo Jet Flight Hours
• Minimum of 1000 Multi-Engine Turbo Jet PIC Flight Hours
• Experience with corporate flight operations
• Knowledge of Safety Management System Implementation
• Bachelor’s Degree required
• 5 years’ experience as a Captain in a Civil Flight Department
• Previous Leadership role in a Civil Flight Department or the desire to develop into a leadership role
• International flight experience (preferred)
• Strong record of development and success in the Corporate Aviation Function
• Type Rated on CE-750, or similar aircraft (preferred)

What we offer you in return

• You’ll be off every other Friday with our 9/80 work schedule
• 80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO)
• 120 hours Vacation time
• 12-13 paid holidays per year
• 6 weeks parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health insurance
• On-site clinic, pharmacy, physical therapy, and licensed counselor
• Access to more than 11 Employee Resource Groups
• And so much more

It’s time to make your mark on the future of aviation. Join us on this mission, and let’s make history together.

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