Flight Operations, Pilot Hiring Director (EJM)

About EJM

EJM has been a pioneer in aircraft management and worldwide jet charter services since 1977. As a subsidiary of NetJets, we are part of the world's largest private aviation infrastructure, with unrivaled resources and operational stability. Our business is rooted in the core principles of safety, service, and integrity—principles that we deliver on daily for our customers and employees.

Purpose of Position

The Flight Operations, Pilot Hiring Director will be responsible for evaluating pilots to determine employability at EJM. This role and will be a part of the Cincinnati-based onsite team and will serve as the internal expert and key decision maker on pilot hiring including evaluation of interpersonal skills and technical expertise. This role oversees the full crew hiring process addressing all operational and organizational challenges that arise. This role will implement continuous improvement initiatives to improve quality of hires, time to fill, and candidate experience keeping safety as the highest priority.

Tasks And Responsibilities

• Review resumes following initial screens completed by the Talent Acquisition (TA) team.
• Apply pilot expertise to in-person and virtual interviews with pilot candidates. Will participate in multiple interviews per day and per week.
• Regularly assess PRD information to aid in evaluation of past pilot performance and determine if pilot qualifications are suitable for employment at EJM.
• Partner closely with the TA team and Regional Chief Pilots (RCP) through the candidate hire process.
• Provide the model of professional communications in every form and to build supportive and motivating relationships throughout the organization.
• Ability to balance EJM hiring standards with requirements specific to account level for ideal candidate selection.
• Additional responsibilities include IOE implementation and tracking, supporting pilot onboarding process, and training development and facilitation for Lead pilots.
  
  

Education

Bachelor's in Aviation Management

Years Of Experience

8-10 years of experience

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Other (KSAOs)

• Senior aviation professional and skilled fixed-wing pilot (past or current) with background in the day-to-day operational demands of a responsive, Part 91/135 organization. Occasional Part 135 flying is optional for this role.
• Ability to manage multiple and changing priorities
• Proactive decision making
• May be required to obtain a FAA Type rating in the applicable Fleet type
• Must be able to uphold a service standard in a strict & changing regulatory environment
• Previous experience with resume review and interviewing, preferred
• Experience facilitating and/or developing training content
• Strong verbal and non-verbal communication skills and effective interpersonal aptitude
• Demonstrated proficiency using computers including Microsoft’s suite of applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
  
  

How EJM Supports You

At EJM, we believe that how you do something is as important as what you do. That's why we foster a collaborative company culture, where leadership is accessible, employee opinions are valued, and relationships matter. We encourage employee growth, recognize the importance of work-life balance, and take pride in being a career destination.

To ensure our employees are taken care of at work and at home, we offer a comprehensive package of premium benefits, including:

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, available with no monthly premiums

401(k) plan, with 66% of every dollar you contribute matched by EJM

Health savings account (HSA)

Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

Prescription drug benefit plan

Life insurance and AD&D benefits

Company-paid short-term disability

Long-term disability

Legal plan

Pet Insurance

Paid Time Off

Executive Jet Management is an equal opportunity employer.

To ensure a safe environment, we conduct pre-employment drug screening and background checks.