Director of Operations Job at Bighorn Airways Inc, Wyoming, MI

  • Bighorn Airways Inc
  • Wyoming, MI

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Bighorn Airways, Inc. is seeking an experienced aviation executive to serve as Director of Operations. This role provides strategic leadership, regulatory oversight, and operational control for all Part 135 and Part 91 flight operations, ensuring the highest standards of safety, compliance, and performance.

About Bighorn Airways

Bighorn Airways is a diversified aviation company operating a fleet of aircraft supporting U.S. Government smokejumper and para-cargo missions in Alaska and the lower 48 states, as well as overseas operations. As a DoD-approved air carrier, Bighorn Airways has built a strong reputation for reliability, safety, and operational excellence over more than five decades in Wyoming and the Inter-Mountain West.

Role Overview

The Director of Operations holds FAA-designated authority and is responsible for operational control, regulatory compliance, safety management, and leadership of flight operations personnel. The role oversees Chief Pilots, flight training, operational planning, and compliance with FAA and international regulatory requirements. This position is also a flying position and you must be able to obtain a first class medical. 

Qualifications

  • FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate
  • Minimum of 5,000 total flight hours
  • Part 135 or Part 121 operational experience
  • Must meet 14 CFR Part 119.71(a) Management Personnel
  • Proven leadership in flight operations management
  • Strong knowledge of FAA regulations, OpSpecs, and Safety Management Systems

What We Offer

  • Excellent pay
  • Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) with company match and supplemental insurance options
  • Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
  • Career growth opportunities in a safety-driven, mission-focused organization

Relocation Support

Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates and is subject to company policy and business requirements.

Location – Sheridan, Wyoming

Sheridan offers a high quality of life with no state income tax, excellent schools, and access to year-round outdoor recreation at the base of the Bighorn Mountains. The community also features a strong cultural environment with festivals, museums, performing arts, and regional access to Billings and Casper.

EEO / ADA

Bighorn Airways, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any protected status under federal law. Reasonable accommodations are provided in accordance with the ADA, provided they do not compromise regulatory or operational safety requirements.

Job Tags

Relocation package

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