Assistant Director - Executive Air Transportation/Chief Pilot

Job Title

Assistant Director - Executive Air Transportation/Chief Pilot

Department

Aerospace

Salary

$92,886 - $118,120; commensurate with experience

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Assistant Director of Executive Air Transportation/Chief Pilot is responsible for directing all operational aspects of MTSU Executive Air Transportation services to support the transportation needs of the University. Reporting to the Director of Aerospace – Airport Operations, this position ensures strict compliance with regulatory requirements and safety standards, manages flight operations, and leads flight crewmembers to include preparation of annual performance evaluations. Oversees executive air transportation aircraft to include piloting, crew scheduling, route planning, and arranging/overseeing trip details and passenger needs. Administers the Executive Air Transportation budget and billing. Arranges for completion of all scheduled/unscheduled aircraft maintenance. Maintains all required FAA and Departmental personnel, training, aircraft, and other records. Promotes the availability of air transportation services to the University community.

Additionally, this role is actively engaged in the MTSU Professional Pilot training program. In close coordination with Flight Training Management, duties include developing and administering practicum experiences in air carrier operations, high-performance aircraft flight labs, and implementing/routinely revising ground and flight training curricula, training materials, and methods/objectives. Teaches aerospace coursework, preparing students to achieve required proficiency. Actively participates in programs promoting recruitment and retention efforts within the MTSU Professional Pilot concentration and supporting activities related to the department’s mission and safety program. Other duties, as assigned. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills, operational expertise, a commitment to safety and customer service, and a passion for education.

Required Education

Undergraduate degree in professional pilot, aerospace, or aviation is required. A graduate degree in aerospace, aviation, education, or related field is preferred.

An undergraduate degree in a non-aviation field with at least 10 years of experience as a pilot in business, corporate, airline, charter, or military flight operations may be considered.

Required Related Experience

Required License/Registration/Certification

• FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate (ASEL, AMEL, Instrument-Airplane)
• FAA Flight Instructor Certificate (ASE, AME, Instrument-Airplane)
• Current 2nd Class FAA Medical Certificate

Desirable Related Experience

Desirable License/Registration/Certification

• Type rating in aircraft used by MTSU for Executive Transportation
• FAA Airline Transport Pilot Certificate
• First Class FAA Medical Certificate
• FAA Flight Instructor Gold Seal

Documents Needed to Apply

Cover Letter & Resume Required

Special Instruction to Applicants

Candidates must clearly document in their resume and/or cover letter that they meet the stated minimum flight hour requirements and hold all required FAA certificates at the time of application.

Application Review Date: March 13, 2026