Chief Pilot - Part Operations; BKL

Aery Aviation is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Chief Pilot to lead our flight operations team based at Burke Lakefront Airport (KBKL) in Cleveland, Ohio. This leadership position is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of our Part 135 flight department while supporting our growing charter and Special Mission Medical (SMM) operations.

The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, extensive Part 135 operational experience, and recent experience operating the Beechcraft Premier 1/1A and/or Learjet 45 series aircraft.

• Serve as Chief Pilot in accordance with FAA Part 119 and Part 135 requirements.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and oversight to assigned flight crews.
• Ensure compliance with all FAA regulations, company policies, OpSpecs, and Safety Management System (SMS) requirements.
• Manage pilot hiring, training, standardization, and qualification programs.
• Conduct pilot evaluations, line checks, and proficiency oversight.
• Coordinate with Operations Control, Maintenance, Dispatch, and Safety personnel to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Promote a strong safety culture and proactive risk management throughout the organization.
• Participate in client meetings, audits, accreditation efforts, and operational planning.
• Support on-call operational needs and irregular operations as required.

• ATP Certificate with appropriate category and class ratings.
• Current FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
• Eligible to serve as Chief Pilot under FAA Part 119 requirements.
• Minimum 4,000 hours total flight time.
• Minimum 2,000 hours PIC.
• Minimum 500 hours turbine PIC.
• Previous Part 135 operational experience.
• Demonstrated leadership and crew management experience.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Must have logged operational experience in a Learjet 45/45XR and/or Beechcraft Premier 1/1A within the last 24 months.
• Current type rating in the Learjet 45 series and/or Beechcraft Premier preferred; candidates with recent experience and ability to complete company training will also be considered.

• Previous experience as a Chief Pilot, Assistant Chief Pilot, Check Airman, or Director of Operations.
• Experience managing multi-aircraft Part 135 operations.
• Experience with air ambulance, organ procurement, critical care transport, or special mission operations.
• Experience working within a Safety Management System (SMS).
• Experience with FAA inspections, audits, and accreditation programs.
• Experience operating throughout the Midwest and Northeast United States.

Aery Aviation job descriptions are meant as summarizations only. They do not necessarily reflect all duties and responsibilities of a position.

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Performance bonus opportunities.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Training and professional development opportunities.

At Aery Aviation, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Aery Aviation operates a diverse fleet supporting executive charter, Special Mission Medical transport, organ procurement missions, and government operations. Our Cleveland operation serves as a critical hub for life‑saving transplant and medical transportation missions throughout the United States. This position offers the opportunity to lead a professional flight department while directly supporting missions that make a meaningful impact on patient care and organ transplantation.