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Cutter Aviation

PILOT - HA420 PIC

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Additional administrative duties as assigned by Director of Operations and Chief Pilot. Requirements Minimum Requirements: * Multi-Engine Airline Transport Pilot Certificate. * Previous Turbojet Type ...

Cutter Holding Co

PILOT - PC12 PIC

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Additional administrative duties as assigned by Director of Operations and Chief Pilot Requirements: Minimum Requirements: * Commercial and Instrument (ATP Preferred) * Previous Turbojet Type Rating ...

Cutter Holding Co

PILOT - PC24 PIC

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Additional administrative duties as assigned by Director of Operations and Chief Pilot. Requirements: Minimum Requirements: * Previous Turbojet Type Rating and/or Turboprop experience preferred.

Cutter Holding Co

PILOT - HA420 PIC

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Additional administrative duties as assigned by Director of Operations and Chief Pilot. Requirements: Minimum Requirements: * Multi-Engine Airline Transport Pilot Certificate. * Previous Turbojet ...

Cutter Aviation

PILOT - PC24 PIC

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Additional administrative duties as assigned by Director of Operations and Chief Pilot. Requirements Minimum Requirements: * Previous Turbojet Type Rating and/or Turboprop experience preferred.

Cutter Aviation

PILOT - PC24 PIC

Phoenix, AZ

Additional administrative duties as assigned by Director of Operations and Chief Pilot. Requirements Minimum Requirements: * Previous Turbojet Type Rating and/or Turboprop experience preferred.

Cutter Aviation

PILOT - HA420 PIC

Phoenix, AZ

Additional administrative duties as assigned by Director of Operations and Chief Pilot. Requirements Minimum Requirements: * Multi-Engine Airline Transport Pilot Certificate. * Previous Turbojet Type ...

PHI Health

VFR Lead Pilot

Sierra Vista, AZ

  • Medical

Under the supervision of Air Medical Base Supervisor/Business Operations Manager, Area Operations Manager and general direction of the Director of Operations, Chief Pilot, and the Manager of the ...

PHI Health

VFR Lead Pilot

Sierra Vista, AZ · On-site

  • Medical

Under the supervision of Air Medical Base Supervisor/Business Operations Manager, Area Operations Manager and general direction of the Director of Operations, Chief Pilot, and the Manager of the ...

Top Aces Corp

F-16 Instructor Pilot (Argentina)

Mesa, AZ · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

Adhere to direction provided by the Chief Pilot, Program Manager, and Site Lead; * Perform related duties as assigned. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS * Previously qualified F-16 IP, current within the past ...

Top Aces Corp

F-16 Instructor Pilot (Argentina)

Mesa, AZ · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

Adhere to direction provided by the Chief Pilot, Program Manager, and Site Lead; * Perform related duties as assigned. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS * Previously qualified F-16 IP, current within the past ...

Leidos

UH-60 Blackhawk Instructor Pilot

Marana, AZ

The selected Instructor Pilots will conduct associated Instructor Operator tasks and platform ... Crew Chief) shall adhere to minimum qualifications as prescribed by DCMA INST 8210.1D. * All ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for chief pilot in Arizona is $152,077.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $113,700.00 and $192,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a chief pilot, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Chief Pilot, you need an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate, extensive flight experience, in-depth knowledge of aviation regulations, and strong leadership abilities. Familiarity with flight management systems, safety management systems (SMS), and crew scheduling software is typically required. Exceptional decision-making, communication, and organizational skills are essential to lead flight crews and ensure regulatory compliance. These skills and qualifications are critical for maintaining operational safety, regulatory adherence, and effective team leadership within an aviation organization.

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Chief Pilots often navigate the challenge of balancing administrative responsibilities with supporting flight crews and ensuring regulatory compliance. They must address scheduling complexities, manage crew resource needs, and adapt to changing aviation regulations. Additionally, fostering open communication and a strong safety culture among pilots is crucial, as is providing mentorship and training to support professional development within the team.

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A chief pilot manages the daily operations of an aviation department for an airline. As a chief pilot, your job is to oversee all pilots, ground personnel, and flight attendants. Your duties involve scheduling flights, coordinating aircraft maintenance, and ensuring the department meets all local and federal regulations. Some chief pilots monitor all day-to-day logistics for their department. This career requires a bachelor’s degree in aviation or a similar discipline. Additional qualifications include between 2,000 and 5,000 hours of flight time, current FAA certification, and excellent management skills.

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Infographic showing various Chief Pilot job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 90% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $152,077 per year, or $73.1 per hour.

PILOT - LATITUDE/CE680A PIC

Cutter Aviation

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

Full-time

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Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

27th of 66 rated aviation services

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Position Summary:
The Pilot-in-Command will function as the primary face of Cutter Aviation and must be an exceptional relationship builder with the drive to provide world-class customer service to our clients. The Pilot is effectively the Company's store-front in the field. He/she is the external representative of our company to our A/C owners, operators, business partners, and to the business aviation community.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Provide world-class uncompromising service to our clients
  • PIC on a C680A Citation Latitude in Part 91 and 135 on-demand charter operations.
  • Ability to adapt to rotating schedules and short notice callouts.
  • Ensuring compliance with FAA regulations pertaining to actual flight, qualifications, currency and fitness for flight as well as aircraft compliance
  • Follow established procedures for reporting irregularities during flights, ground checks, and maintaining records
  • Additional administrative duties as assigned by Director of Operations and Chief Pilot
  • Uncompromising commitment to safety
  • Desire to provide world-class service

Requirements
Minimum Requirements:
  • Previous PIC Jet Type Rating
  • 3000 Total Time hours
  • 1500 PIC Hours
  • 250 PIC or SIC Hours in a Mid-Size Jet or Larger (>20,000lbs Max Takeoff Weight)
  • Valid, current Pilots License issued by the FAA
  • Current 1st Class Medical
  • No accidents, incidents or sanctions in the past 5 years
  • Knowledge of general aviation aircraft and their service requirements plus the needs of crews and passengers
  • Ability to train the SIC pilot to properly perform their functions
  • A sincere desire to assist customers and be part of a team
  • Excellent Customer Service, Organizational, and Communication Skills
  • Professional in appearance and mannerisms
  • Initiative
  • Able to develop a friendly rapport
  • Excellent Ability to Multi-Task
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs

Desired Qualifications:
  • Current Part 135.293/297 in a Jet
  • FSI or Simuflite Training

Other Requirements:
  • Able to pass a drug screening test
  • Able to pass a background check
  • Clean driving record
  • Must have High School Diploma or GED

Ideal candidate will have the following work styles:
  • Being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude
  • Being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations
  • Attention to detail
  • Maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior even in very difficult situations
  • Accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace
  • A willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges
  • Being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job
  • Developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done
  • Persistence in the face of obstacles

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