Assistant Chief Pilot (Aerial Survey)

Location: Remote US, United States; must be able to work within the Eastern time zone. Travel is required up to 40% annually.

Salary: $65,000–$80,000 base salary per year, plus 10% bonus potential.

Company

hirify.global provides aerial imagery, property insights, geospatial data, and software for government, construction, solar, and insurance customers.

What you will do

• Support the Chief Pilot in leading manned aerial survey flight operations and provide operational guidance to line pilots.
• Conduct and supervise ground and flight training, performance evaluations, proficiency checks, and pilot development.
• Develop and manage the structured IOE program, training standards, SOPs, manuals, and safety procedures.
• Support daily go/no-go decisions, mission planning, risk assessment, route and airport suitability, and real-time operational problem solving.
• Coordinate with Maintenance on aircraft availability, discrepancy reporting, functional check flights, and return-to-service activities.
• Audit compliance, analyze operational metrics, and implement corrective actions to improve safety, standardization, capture success, and mission efficiency.

Requirements

• Current CPL, CFI, and MEI rating.
• Current Class 1 or 2 Medical, valid passport, and valid driver’s license.
• At least 650 total flight hours, 350 PIC hours, 30 multi-engine hours, 300 hours dual given, and 200 cross-country hours.
• Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit and familiarity with Part 91 operating guidelines.
• English proficiency and availability to work within the Eastern time zone.
• Ability to pass a drug test and background check; ability to travel and meet the listed physical requirements.

Nice to have

• Aerial survey or aerial imaging experience.
• Previous aviation management or Chief/Assistant Chief Pilot experience.
• CFII, aviation leadership experience, and CFI/MEI teaching experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Concur, SmartSheet, Teams, and SharePoint.
• College degree or equivalent experience and prior remote-work experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time remote work with accessibility during off-hours and weekends when needed.
• Safety-focused Just Culture and participation in the Safety Management System.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• PTO, sick leave, and parental leave.
• 401(k), health savings account, life insurance, employee assistance program, and pet insurance.