Program Manager, Flight Standards

Overview:

Who we are:

Would you like to work for a stable, secure, and fast-growing airline where you will be stimulated, challenged, and have the opportunity to develop your career?  If so, read on! Come and work with the best of the best at Envoy Air where you will join a team committed to providing outstanding service.

We offer:

• Amazing employee flight privileges within the American Airlines global network
• Training and development programs to take your career to the next level
• Comprehensive health and life benefits (subject to location)

How will you make an impact?  

Responsibilities

• The Program Manager, Flight Standards reports to the Vice President - Flight Operations. In this role, the Program Manager is responsible for all aspects of flight checking and standardization. 
• Responsible for the training, certification, and proficiency of Evaluators, Line Check Airmen, and FAA designated examiners
• Responsible for supervision and standardization of Instructor/Evaluator guide and approved Advanced Qualification Program manuals
• Accountable for the validity and accuracy of the Pilot and Instructor/Evaluator records.  Responsible for monitoring changes in FAA regulations to ensure compliance and updating of checking programs as necessary
• Coordinate Flight Operation audits with the Safety department
• Act as department liaison with third-party auditors
• Assist training managers with the investigation, report, resolution and follow-up on training issues
• Recruit, hire, supervise and ensure standardization, proficiency and professionalism of Evaluators
• Act as liaison with FAA Principal Operations Inspector or designee
• Support application of system safety processes
• Coordinate the production and maintain currency of the Instructor/Evaluator Guide and Advanced Qualification Program manuals
• Responsible for the content, revision, and quality control of checking content of flight operations training manuals to reflect operational changes and training initiatives
• Responsible for creating, validating and maintaining records for all checking events requiring entry into the crew training record keeping system
• Conduct Evaluator development courses
• Ensure regulatory, company and functional policies and procedures are consistently adhered to in all checking events and ensure the currency of Evaluators
• Be available as “on-call” resource during assigned periods for Chief Pilots, Dispatch, etc.
• Act as Instructor/Evaluator as appropriate
• Maintain high awareness of fiscal responsibilities associated with the operation of the function, recognizing this is secondary to ensuring the highest level of flight crew safety and proficiency
• Attend industry meetings as appropriate
• Observe and evaluate training sessions conducted by Instructors; audit training activity to ensure regulatory compliance
• Audit operational policy to ensure safety and regulatory compliance
• Develop and perform quality control audits and report findings; audits will cover flight, flight service and maintenance training operations including all training programs and training providers, to ensure safety and regulatory compliance
• Support Flight Operations and other departments as required to maintain the compliance of regulated operations programs with regulatory and other guidelines
• Manage regulatory Instructor/Evaluator record keeping database, ensuring qualification of all associated employees and compliance with regulatory requirements
• Assess situations using advanced skills or integrate multiple alternatives to reach timely and appropriate solutions
• Provide effective direct and indirect team leadership across multiple functions to attain goals and deliver results

Who are we looking for?

Requirements

• The Program Manager must operate effectively in an environment with occasional changes in standards, routines and practices
• The ability to handle change constructively is necessary. Must be capable of maintaining high standards of integrity and display commitment to company values
• In this role, strong prioritization and time management skills are necessary
• Must be able to handle multiple responsibilities subject to critical deadlines
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent amount of experience
• Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and presentation skills
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a high level of self-discipline and motivation in difficult situations
• Must be able to work extra hours when necessary
• Some travel required; approximately 20%
• Ability to read, write, fluently speak and understand the English language
• Must possess the legal right to work in the United States
• Experience as an instructor or evaluator in air carrier flight operations training preferred
• Demonstrated ability to effectively lead change by applying a disciplined approach to change, building commitment, and creating an environment where people take calculated risks
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain a collaborative and engaged environment within multiple functions
• 3-5 years of experience in air carrier operations with broad knowledge of airline operations preferred

Please note: The description is intended to provide a brief overview of the position. It’s not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, expectations, and skills required of those in this position. Duties and expectations may be subject to change at any time.

Envoy Air is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.