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Assistant Chief Pilot

MGM Resorts International
MGM Resorts International Salary
Las Vegas, NV Full Time
POSTED ON 4/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/29/2026
Las Vegas, Nevada

The SHOW Comes Alive At MGM Resorts International

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being a team player in one of the most fascinating industries in the world? At MGM Resorts, we seek individuals like YOU to create unique and show-stopping experiences for our guests.

The Job

The primary responsibility of the Assistant Chief Pilot(s) is to develop, implement, and oversee operational standards and training programs, ensuring the safe and compliant operation of company aircraft. This role includes evaluating both flight operations and training effectiveness to maintain the highest levels of safety and performance.

Assistant Chief Pilots are expected to mentor and lead a team of assigned pilots, fostering engagement and supporting the achievement of organizational goals and objectives. They are responsible for developing, maintaining, and ensuring compliance with company, FAA, and OEM manuals to support global operations.

In addition, the Assistant Chief Pilot(s) must establish and assess international operating procedures, ensuring they meet regulatory and operational requirements. They play a key leadership role in advancing flight operations safety initiatives and collaborate closely with the Chief Pilot to uphold the highest safety standards.

Assistant Chief Pilots are responsible for establishing performance standards and evaluating pilots to ensure adherence to departmental procedures, OEM guidance, and industry best practices.

This role also includes participating in the recruitment and selection of pilots, approving crew pairings, and providing ongoing feedback to the Chief Pilot and Vice President of Aviation to support the overall safety, efficiency, and execution of flight operations.

The Day-to-day

  • Promotes the MGM Resorts Aviation safety culture in all aspects of aviation operations.
  • Assumes flight duties regularly and acts at Pilot-in-Command ensuring safe and efficient service to customers while monitoring the standardization and procedures of flight crews.
  • Provides a key leadership role within the department and must develop and implement safe and efficient operating procedures, oversees and supervises the activities of flight personnel during day-to-day operations.
  • Works with the Chief Pilot to initiate actions that include performance evaluations, commendations, coaching, counseling and remedial training for all pilots/crewmembers.
  • Develops schedules based on property and executive demand against fleet availability.
  • Remains informed and ensures compliance with the latest developments within the business aviation community, including.
  • Federal, State, local and foreign regulations affecting operations
  • Develops, implements and trains pilots to ensure compliance with company, regulatory and technical requirements.
  • Ensures appropriate pilot staffing levels per aircraft type based upon marketing demands.
  • Maintains and oversees all areas of the Aviation Operation for which he is assigned by the Chief Pilot. These areas include but are not limited to: Training, Standards, Standardization, Quality, Reporting, Documentation, Publications, Regulations, Oversight, Regulatory Interface, and International Operations.
  • Works with the Chief Pilot and the Director of Safety to maintain, review, and recommend required updates to department SOP’s.

The Ideal Candidate

Bachelor's Degree

2 Years of Prior Relevant Experience

Hold a type rating in one or more Company-owned aircraft

No FAA accidents/incidents

3000 hours of total pilot flight time, 2500 hours of multiengine turbine time, experience operating large-cabin aircraft

Experience in advanced electronic/digital avionics cockpit

The Perks & Benefits

  • Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally
  • Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts as well as discounts with company partners on things like travel, electronics, online shopping, and more
  • Free parking on and off shift
  • Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees)
  • Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community

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