This position is perhaps one of the most important for any airline, virtual or real world and it has been seriously needed here at Great Lakes International for some time now.
Here is a brief description of the position:
Assist pilots in fuel planning and find suitable flight planning software (free and payware)
Design flight operations manual containing flight policies
Create company preferred flight plans for all flights
Work with the CFO to find the best aircraft for each route
Assist pilots in correct operation of their aircraft
Monitor flight reports and offer suggestions to pilots to further expand their profitability
The Director of Flight Operations also holds the Title of Chief Pilot, this position includes
Design and operate a maintenance schedule for all aircraft (taking aircraft in and out of service)
Supervise the overall performance of flight personnel
Must stay current with current flight operation rules and regulations
The level of commitment for this position is very important, our current staff at Great Lakes International takes this business very seriously and the applicant should as well. Trust is the main component of any business relationship and this position is no different.
There will be applicants who apply but do not get the position, please do not view this as a slight on our or your part, it is a decision based on many factors and your value as a pilot is very important. This is not a glamour job but perhaps it is very important. The applicant must have the ability to at a minimum have Microsoft Instant Messenger, if voice capabilities are available they should be used (but not mandatory).
Please do not respond to this post, if you are interested in this position please contact me via email to apply. Applicants must be 21 years old or older.
You should include the following information:
First and Last Name
GLE Pilot ID#
Your Date of Birth
Date Joined (estimation)
Describe your Real World Job
Flight Simulator Version You Currently Use
Describe briefly why you may be the person for the job
I will then contact you to schedule a “formal” interview. There may be several interviews until the final candidate is hired.
The pay is very good, the satisfaction of helping one of the most successful airlines on the VAFS network. Our goal is not to have the most money, but rather improve the profit margin on the flights we have.
Thank you in advance for your application and as always I am,
Sincerely,
Paul R. Herman
Director of Operations
Great Lakes International
paulherman@gleairlines.com
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