Chief Pilot (PIC)

Abilene, TX

Full Time

Corporate Office

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At Directors Investment Group, we think coming to work should be inspirational, motivational, and fun. When you join DIG, it is like you are being welcomed into one big family. We love what we do, we love outdoing ourselves, and we love challenging each other to grow both personally and professionally every day.

We are currently in search of a highly qualified candidate to fill the position of Chief Pilot (PIC) for our Citation XLS+ company jet.

This position provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for Directors Air. Directs all flight and aviation activities, including flight operations, personnel management, scheduling, and regulatory compliance. Ensure the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and service while supporting organizational objectives.

Education & Experience

Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate with appropriate type ratings required
- Citation XLS+ type rating preferred
Minimum of 2,000 total flight hours required
Minimum of 1,500 hours of pilot-in-command experience required
Extensive experience in aviation operations and leadership preferred
Must maintain current knowledge of federal and local aviation regulations

Supervisor Responsibilities

Oversees and directs pilots, flight crew, and aviation support personnel
Leads recruitment, selection, training, and performance management of flight staff
Provides coaching, feedback, and corrective action as needed
Ensures crew qualifications, certifications, and regulatory compliance are maintained

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Communicate and reinforce the mission and vision of DIG and its subsidiaries.
Exemplify DIG core values of love, growth, and community.
Direct and oversee all flight operations to ensure the highest levels of safety, compliance, and professionalism
Supervise and manage the recruitment, selection, and performance of pilots and flight personnel
Conduct performance evaluations and implement development or corrective actions as needed
Develop and manage efficient and cost-effective flight schedules to support executive and client travel
Coordinate aircraft scheduling with maintenance requirements to ensure operational readiness
Monitor aircraft usage and maintenance schedules to ensure timely inspections and repairs
Ensure compliance with all FAA regulations, policies, and standard operating procedures
Communicate itinerary updates and operational changes to crew, passengers, and relevant personnel
Perform Captain duties as required to support operational needs
Oversee fuel procurement, landing fees, and operational cost management
Review and approve aviation-related invoices in coordination with Accounting
Monitor crew qualifications, certifications, and currency requirements
Support evaluation and implementation of aircraft modifications and improvements
Serve in the capacity of Director of Flight Operations as needed

About Directors Investment Group

Directors Investment Group (DIG) offers an award-winning workplace that is truly one-of-a-kind.

DIG has been recognized with numerous workplace awards, including the prestigious FORTUNE magazine “Best Small & Medium Workplaces” List, the “Best Workplaces in Finance & Insurance” List, the “Best Workplaces for Millennials” List, and the “Best Workplaces in Texas” List. The company is also a winner of the top 100 “Best Companies to Work for in Texas,” published by Texas Monthly.

Based in Abilene, TX, DIG offers a unique corporate culture and benefits that our employees love! Founded on Christian principles of leadership through service, integrity, honesty, and respect, the company is dedicated to serving the funeral profession and helping funeral homes enhance their service to families in a rapidly changing marketplace. In fact, our mission is "to be known as the best, most-respected provider of service to the funeral industry."

So, what makes DIG such a great place to work? We apply these same principles to how we treat our employees: offering excellent compensation, a fun, friendly, and supportive work environment, and more benefits and perks than we can mention; including employer-paid health coverage, 401 (k) matching, life insurance, an on-site clinic, a 24-hour fitness center, free fresh fruit and beverages, a corporate university, book studies, and many personal growth opportunities for mind, body, and soul.

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