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About the Role

The Assistant Chief Pilot serves as the operational deputy to the Chief Pilot, supporting leadership, administration, and execution of flight department activities. This role helps maintain safe, compliant, precise, and customer-focused flight operations while providing leadership continuity. The position is designed for a pilot leader who can support crew development, training oversight, regulatory compliance, operational standardization, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Promote and uphold the highest standards of aviation safety.
Ensure flight operations comply with FAA regulations, company policies, the Aviation Operations Manual, standard operating procedures, and applicable safety standards.
Support Safety Management System initiatives, risk management practices, and incident, accident, hazard, and occurrence reporting processes.
Assist the Chief Pilot in overseeing and executing daily flight operations.
Provide guidance, mentorship, and operational support to pilots and flight crews.
Serve as the operational leader in the Chief Pilot's absence when responsibilities are delegated.
Assist in the development, implementation, and monitoring of approved flight crew training programs.
Help ensure pilot qualifications, certifications, training records, and operational readiness remain current.
Support pilot onboarding, professional development, and leadership continuity within the flight department.
Support development, implementation, and continuous improvement of standard operating procedures.
Coordinate with scheduling, maintenance, and flight operations stakeholders to support efficient and reliable aircraft utilization.
Drive consistency, attention to detail, and disciplined execution across flight operations.
Foster a service-oriented culture focused on a safe, seamless, discreet, and professional travel experience.
Build trust with internal customers, passengers, company leadership, and cross-functional partners.
Ensure flight department interactions reflect professionalism, responsiveness, and hospitality.
Maintain and support accurate operational records, pilot records, and required documentation.
Assist with audits, inspections, regulatory reviews, and internal projects.
Assume duties and responsibilities delegated by the Chief Pilot.
Hold themselves to the highest standards of professionalism, safety, precision, and accountability.
Lead by example and consistently do things the right way, even when no one is watching.
Model the behaviors expected of the flight department, including discipline, integrity, preparation, and respect for passengers, peers, and company leadership.
When not assigned to flight duty, dedicate approximately 10 – 20 hours per week to contributing at the highest level of the aviation department.
Support the Chief Pilot with department priorities, operational planning, and execution of flight operations objectives.
Review and improve procedures, training materials, pilot readiness, and operational documentation.
Advance safety initiatives, risk management practices, and proactive reporting culture.
Mentor pilots and reinforce expectations for professionalism, precision, customer service, and accountability.
Contribute to projects, audits, process improvements, and cross-functional coordination with Scheduling and Maintenance.

Requirements

Current FAA Airline Transport Pilot Certificate.
Current FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
Minimum 4,000 total flight hours, including 2,500 hours as Pilot-in-Command.
Four to six years of related aviation experience.
Must hold at least one jet type rating.
Ability to be away from home for extended periods of time to support domestic and international operations.
Valid U.S. Passport and valid Drivers License.
Ability to reside within one hour of Rochester International Airport (KROC).
Ability to successfully complete background investigation and pre-employment drug screening.
Demonstrated knowledge of the Aviation Operations Manual, training manuals, standard operating procedures, company check pilot manual if applicable, and civil aviation regulations and standards.
Must have attended approved simulator training in the jet aircraft the pilot is type rated in within the previous 12 months.

Skills

Accelerate Impact
Be Inclusive
Communicate Effectively
Develop Self and Others
Embrace Change
Gulfstream G280 and/or GVII type rating(s) preferred.
International Flight experience preferred.
Experience in IS-BAO and/or Safety Management System (SMS) environments preferred.
Previous flight instruction experience and/or possession of a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) certificate preferred.

Location

Rochester, New York

Work Type

Full time

Experience Level

Four to six years of related aviation experience.

Education Level

Bachelor's degree
Associate degree in Aviation Management
NBAA Certified Aviation Manager certification

Salary/Compensations

$261,300.00 - $353,600.00

Benefits

Paid time off
Medical/dental/vision insurance
401(k)

About the Company

Constellation Brands is committed to a continuing program of equal employment opportunity.

Equal Opportunity

All persons have equal employment opportunities with Constellation Brands, regardless of their sex, race, color, age, religion, creed, sexual orientation, national origin or citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics), marital status, gender (including gender identity or gender expression), familial status, military or veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related conditions (or any other group or category within the framework of the applicable discrimination laws and regulations).