Overview

Let your career take off with PSA Airlines

About PSA

PSA Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of American Airlines, offers unparalleled opportunities for growth and professional development. We value teamwork and inclusivity and strive to create a safe, respectful, and happy work environment for our more than 5,500 team members.

 

At PSA we are defining the standard in regional aviation by focusing on The PSA Standard - our foundation for operation. Through our six Winning Behaviors - safe and caring, customer-centric and quality-focused, dependable and ethical, fact-based, focused and flexible, on-time, and cost-conscious – our team members are showing up every day for our customers and each other. Join our team to enjoy comprehensive benefits, including travel privileges on the American Airlines global network, so you can explore new destinations and create unforgettable memories with family and friends.

Responsibilities

Position Summary  Responsible for the safe operation of Part 91 flights through compliance with all the appropriate PSA manuals, handbooks, and documents for PSA pilots. Maintenance Technical Pilots (MTPs) will use excellent communication and teamwork, along with their knowledge of company operations and manuals to further improve PSA policies and procedures.  Job Responsibilities 

• Coordinates with other crewmembers to ensure a safe and reliable flight operation.
• Complies with all applicable FARs, TSA, DOT regulations, company procedures and policies.
• Complies with all administrative programs including airport/route qualification, flight time limitations, currency requirements (physicals, takeoffs and landings, home study courses, etc.), pilot flight equipment, uniform discipline, manuals, policies and procedures, and others, as assigned.
• Ensures pilot appearance, attendance, and personal conduct are in compliance with Company policy, including the Part 91 Policy and Procedures Handbook, culture, and core values.
• Responsible for and has full authority for for all crewmembers and the safe and efficient conduct of the flight. Such authority commences at the time the crewmembers report for duty, continues while enroute, at intermediate departure points, and until the crewmembers have gone off duty to receive a rest period.
• Submits reports on irregularities or incidents, as required.
• Takes an active role in promoting positive attitudes towards culture, core values, compliance, and safety.
• Complies with all administrative programs including airport/route qualification, flight time limitations, currency requirements (physicals, takeoffs and landings, home study courses, etc.), pilot flight equipment, uniform discipline, manuals, policies and procedures, and others, as assigned.
• Immediately notifies the Assistant Director of Flight Technical of any discrepancy or incident that may affect his/her ability, or Company ability, to perform within the parameters of safety, regulatory compliance, and fiscal responsibility.
• Conducts a visual preflight and post-flight (walk-around) inspection prior to each flight.
• Responsible for the Company's Security and Safety Management System (SMS) and associated Safety Risk Management and Safety Assurance outputs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Position Specifics

Qualifications 

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to maintain and display a working knowledge of FAA requirements as well as Company and departmental policies and procedures.
• Previous PSA Captain with 121-line experience.
• Currently have or ability to obtain an FCC Restricted Radio Operator's Permit.
• Currently have or ability to obtain a First-Class Medical.
• Currently have or ability to obtain a valid US or Foreign Passport with applicable VISAs prior to training.
• Ability to speak/read/write in English.
• If hired, must be able to demonstrate that you are authorized to work in the U.S. 

Additional Information 

Delegation: In absence, responsibilities delegated to Assistant Director of Flight Operations Technical.

Authorities:  

• Takes action, as deemed necessary, to resolve any problems or situations that may compromise safety or compliance.
• Directs the Flight Crew in a safe and efficient manner to meet the operational requirements of the Company.

Supervisory Responsibility:  This is a supervisory position

Work Environment: This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, telephones, photocopiers, facsimile machines and filing cabinets. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. This is largely a sedentary role; however, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; climb up and down stairs; lift weight up to 25 lbs; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. AAP/EEO Statement: PSA Airlines is an equal opportunity employer; qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Security Clearance: All employees are required to pass the fingerprint-based criminal history records check (CHRC) per 49CFR1542.209 as well as a pre-employment drug screen. Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.