Advanced Flight Training & Leasing
Fire Boss Chief Pilot
Advanced Flight Training & Leasing, South Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States, 55075
Position
Fire Boss Chief Pilot Employer
Advanced Flight Training & Leasing Location
Based out of South St. Paul, Minnesota Reports To
General Manager FLSA Status
Exempt, Salaried Position Summary
The Fire Boss Chief Pilot provides flight instruction, pilot services, pilot management and training program oversight in accordance with all applicable FAA regulations and AFT&L syllabi and customer needs specific to Wipaire Fire Boss aircraft. Establishes and maintains Wipaire course curriculums, standards for quality of service and flight safety programs. This position manages AFT&L and Wipaire Fire Boss pilot qualifications and manages a matrix of these pilots to ensure cross training and availability to meet internal and external needs. Primary Responsibilities
Overall responsibility for Advanced Flight Training and Leasing Fire Boss operations and training programs. Ensures all departments and external customers have appropriate and sufficient pilots to meet their needs and are utilized by the following priority order: Flown by Fire Boss Chief Pilot or AFT&L pilot; Internal secondary pilot resources; Contract resources. Develops and maintains training materials appropriate to AFT&L client needs. These aircraft specific training materials include, but are not limited to: program syllabus; classroom materials such as PowerPoint presentations; computer-based training (CBT); reference handouts; simulator training programs. Provides training services to Wipaire and AFT&L employees and customers on AT-802 and 802A Fire Boss Aircraft. Quotes and schedules client lessons and test flights. Ground training including, but not limited to: aircraft systems and operation, amphibious aircraft operations and aerial firefighting techniques. Flight training including, but not limited to: aircraft flight characteristics, amphibious operations, seaplane operations, water scooping and dropping, aerial firefighting techniques. Provides client endorsements as necessary; provides currency training, insurance check outs, flight reviews and IPCs for those approved to fly for the company; provides flight training to Wipaire employees and customers as necessary. Provides flight services to Wipaire and AFT&L customers; ferries aircraft between locations as required. Complies with FAA regulations for VFR and IFR flight as appropriate; files instrument flight plans as appropriate; coordinates flight activities with ground crews and air-traffic control. Conducts in-flight tests and evaluations; responds to and reports in-flight emergencies and malfunctions; records flight times, cycles, distances flown, and fuel consumption. Tests and evaluates the performance of aircraft released from Maintenance or engineering test flight; checks passenger and cargo distributions and fuel amounts to ensure weight and balance specifications are met. Maintains flying currency, including flight reviews and IPCs necessary to operate aircraft owned or maintained by Wipaire and external clients. Performs maintenance, test flights, and performance of aircraft that have released from Wipaire maintenance or in support of the Wipaire engineering department; provides test flight documentation as required. Performs administrative duties related to Flight Services; provides customers information and quotations for flight training and other services. Supports Fire Boss aircraft sales team through development of mission profiles and other information to support successful aircraft sales. Coordinates with Human Resources regarding contract resources; maintains long-term relationships with customers for the benefit of the Company. Required Experience, Education, Credentials
Possess and maintain certified Flight Instructor Certificate, single engine & instrument required; multi engine preferred Possess a current United States passport Commercial Pilot's Certification required, ATP preferred 3,000 hours total flying time required 400 hours in airplane single engine sea (ASES) 200 hours Fire Boss experience required 200 hours of low-level flight in airplanes (below 500 feet AGL); including at least 100 hours dispensing fire retardant, water on fires, or agricultural materials preferred Airtractor 802 Instructor Certification Complex and high-performance, tail wheel endorsements required Seaplane rating required Type certified in applicable aircraft Instrument rated Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Experience with low-level disbursement / aircraft firefighting Able to adjust aircraft controls precisely; able to detect abnormal conditions Able to determine location and spatial relationships; able to anticipate changes in speed/direction of moving objects Able to assess learning styles, present complex information appropriately, and evaluate understanding Develop training materials using Microsoft and other tools; provide high levels of customer service Plan, prioritize, coordinate, and manage own work in a fast-paced environment; work unsupervised and solve problems effectively Effective team player; flexible; supports the organization, customers, and employees Able to develop and deliver oral presentations to various group sizes Understand and maintain confidential information in accordance with regulations Demonstrate professional knowledge and initiative to achieve goals Identify, evaluate, problem solve, and guide resolution for department or customer issues Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, statistics and applications Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds; stand for extended periods; sit for long hours during flight duties Excellent manual dexterity and visual acuity for operating aircraft and reviewing reports Ability to travel domestically up to ~40% and potential international travel Pass FAA 2nd class medical Comply with federal drug testing requirements Equal Opportunity
AFT&L and Wipaire are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers and do not discriminate on any legally protected status. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply online at www.wipaire.com/careers.
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Fire Boss Chief Pilot Employer
Advanced Flight Training & Leasing Location
Based out of South St. Paul, Minnesota Reports To
General Manager FLSA Status
Exempt, Salaried Position Summary
The Fire Boss Chief Pilot provides flight instruction, pilot services, pilot management and training program oversight in accordance with all applicable FAA regulations and AFT&L syllabi and customer needs specific to Wipaire Fire Boss aircraft. Establishes and maintains Wipaire course curriculums, standards for quality of service and flight safety programs. This position manages AFT&L and Wipaire Fire Boss pilot qualifications and manages a matrix of these pilots to ensure cross training and availability to meet internal and external needs. Primary Responsibilities
Overall responsibility for Advanced Flight Training and Leasing Fire Boss operations and training programs. Ensures all departments and external customers have appropriate and sufficient pilots to meet their needs and are utilized by the following priority order: Flown by Fire Boss Chief Pilot or AFT&L pilot; Internal secondary pilot resources; Contract resources. Develops and maintains training materials appropriate to AFT&L client needs. These aircraft specific training materials include, but are not limited to: program syllabus; classroom materials such as PowerPoint presentations; computer-based training (CBT); reference handouts; simulator training programs. Provides training services to Wipaire and AFT&L employees and customers on AT-802 and 802A Fire Boss Aircraft. Quotes and schedules client lessons and test flights. Ground training including, but not limited to: aircraft systems and operation, amphibious aircraft operations and aerial firefighting techniques. Flight training including, but not limited to: aircraft flight characteristics, amphibious operations, seaplane operations, water scooping and dropping, aerial firefighting techniques. Provides client endorsements as necessary; provides currency training, insurance check outs, flight reviews and IPCs for those approved to fly for the company; provides flight training to Wipaire employees and customers as necessary. Provides flight services to Wipaire and AFT&L customers; ferries aircraft between locations as required. Complies with FAA regulations for VFR and IFR flight as appropriate; files instrument flight plans as appropriate; coordinates flight activities with ground crews and air-traffic control. Conducts in-flight tests and evaluations; responds to and reports in-flight emergencies and malfunctions; records flight times, cycles, distances flown, and fuel consumption. Tests and evaluates the performance of aircraft released from Maintenance or engineering test flight; checks passenger and cargo distributions and fuel amounts to ensure weight and balance specifications are met. Maintains flying currency, including flight reviews and IPCs necessary to operate aircraft owned or maintained by Wipaire and external clients. Performs maintenance, test flights, and performance of aircraft that have released from Wipaire maintenance or in support of the Wipaire engineering department; provides test flight documentation as required. Performs administrative duties related to Flight Services; provides customers information and quotations for flight training and other services. Supports Fire Boss aircraft sales team through development of mission profiles and other information to support successful aircraft sales. Coordinates with Human Resources regarding contract resources; maintains long-term relationships with customers for the benefit of the Company. Required Experience, Education, Credentials
Possess and maintain certified Flight Instructor Certificate, single engine & instrument required; multi engine preferred Possess a current United States passport Commercial Pilot's Certification required, ATP preferred 3,000 hours total flying time required 400 hours in airplane single engine sea (ASES) 200 hours Fire Boss experience required 200 hours of low-level flight in airplanes (below 500 feet AGL); including at least 100 hours dispensing fire retardant, water on fires, or agricultural materials preferred Airtractor 802 Instructor Certification Complex and high-performance, tail wheel endorsements required Seaplane rating required Type certified in applicable aircraft Instrument rated Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Experience with low-level disbursement / aircraft firefighting Able to adjust aircraft controls precisely; able to detect abnormal conditions Able to determine location and spatial relationships; able to anticipate changes in speed/direction of moving objects Able to assess learning styles, present complex information appropriately, and evaluate understanding Develop training materials using Microsoft and other tools; provide high levels of customer service Plan, prioritize, coordinate, and manage own work in a fast-paced environment; work unsupervised and solve problems effectively Effective team player; flexible; supports the organization, customers, and employees Able to develop and deliver oral presentations to various group sizes Understand and maintain confidential information in accordance with regulations Demonstrate professional knowledge and initiative to achieve goals Identify, evaluate, problem solve, and guide resolution for department or customer issues Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, statistics and applications Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds; stand for extended periods; sit for long hours during flight duties Excellent manual dexterity and visual acuity for operating aircraft and reviewing reports Ability to travel domestically up to ~40% and potential international travel Pass FAA 2nd class medical Comply with federal drug testing requirements Equal Opportunity
AFT&L and Wipaire are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers and do not discriminate on any legally protected status. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply online at www.wipaire.com/careers.
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