Chief Pilot

Location: Rochester, New York; must reside within one hour of Rochester International Airport (KROC)

Salary: $285,500–$386,200 per year

Company

hirify.global operates a corporate aviation department supporting domestic and international flight operations.

What you will do

• Oversee flight operations to ensure safety, efficiency, regulatory compliance, and high-quality passenger service.
• Lead pilots, flight attendants, and Assistant Chief Pilots, including supervision, coaching, performance management, and professional development.
• Manage Safety Management System initiatives, risk management, incident reporting, emergency response participation, and regulatory readiness.
• Develop and improve standard operating procedures, training programs, operational documentation, and crew assignment processes.
• Coordinate with Scheduling, Maintenance, senior aviation leadership, vendors, and other stakeholders to optimize aircraft utilization and operational reliability.
• Manage pilot training budgets, operational expenses, vendor contracts, records, audits, and continuous improvement projects.

Requirements

• Current FAA Airline Transport Pilot Certificate and FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
• At least 5,000 total flight hours, including 3,000 hours as Pilot-in-Command.
• At least 10 years of aviation operations experience, including 5 years in a leadership role.
• Type rating for at least one operated aircraft and qualification to act as Pilot-in-Command under the Constellation Leasing LLC training program.
• Valid U.S. Passport, valid Driver’s License, and ability to reside within one hour of KROC.
• Recent approved simulator training in the type-rated jet, plus successful completion of a background investigation and pre-employment drug screening.

Nice to have

• Degree in aviation management or NBAA Certified Aviation Manager certification.
• Gulfstream G280 and/or GVII type rating.
• International flight experience and experience with IS-BAO or Safety Management Systems.
• Flight instruction experience or a Certified Flight Instructor certificate.

Culture & Benefits

• Safety, professionalism, precision, accountability, integrity, and customer service are core operating standards.
• Full-time employment with paid time off.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) and other benefits for eligible employees.
• Ability to support domestic and international operations, including extended periods away from home.