Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company’s innovation-driven growth model takes advantage of world-class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end-markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables. As a globally inclusive and diverse company, Eastman employs approximately 14,500 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2022 revenues of approximately $10.6 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visit  www.eastman.com .

　　Responsibilities

　　The Pilot-In Command (PIC) reports to the Director, Aviation. The PIC is directly responsible for the safe operation of the aircraft assigned and the safety of the passengers, crew, and cargo. This responsibility cannot be delegated. The PIC has final authority as to the operation of his assigned aircraft. The PIC is a fully competent professional with in-depth knowledge and experience in Aviation, works independently with minimal guidance, and uses judgement in operating company aircraft safely and efficiently.

　　RESPONSIBILITIES

　　Comply with all applicable FARs, manufacturer operating procedures, company and department SOPs, and international aviation rules established by foreign governments; Comply with schedules and other directives governing the aircraft’s operation

　　Ensure that the aircraft has been released for flight by a properly qualified maintenance employee. Ensure that preflight inspections are performed. Determine if the aircraft is in a condition for safe flight; and if not, delay or cancel the flight until needed repairs are made.

　　Review and calculate weight and balance for the aircraft, fuel on board, and aircraft performance charts to ensure the necessary margin exist for the safe completion of the flight; Use checklists.

　　Analyze weather conditions at destination, enroute, alternate airports, and the departure airport to ensure the necessary weather minimums exist for the safe completion of the flight.

　　Prepare and file flight plan. Complete aircraft flight logs at the conclusion of each trip.

　　Make decisions to start, delay, or cancel flights from planned route or destination when operational conditions dictate. Report any unsafe conditions or hazardous weather to ATC.

　　Supervise the loading of passengers, verify proper identification, and confirm manifest accuracy for each flight leg.

　　Delegate to the Second-In-Command (SIC) any duties necessary for the safe, timely and efficient operation of the flight; Coordinate the functioning of all crewmembers assigned to the flight; Conduct preflight and post flight briefings with all flight crew on each assigned flight.

　　Ensure that qualified personnel will handle the aircraft and supervise all servicing, towing or storage when away from home base.

　　Oversee any maintenance work performed on assigned aircraft to the extent that he is assured as to what was wrong and what was done to correct the problem.

　　Complete Maintain currency and proficiency in each type of aircraft assigned to fly. (Maximum two aircraft requiring type ratings)

　　Maintain personal records, i.e., FAA medical certificate, FAA airman certificates, passport, proficiency checks, and any other records applicable to performance of flight duty. Provide copies of these records to the Director, Aviation as they are updated or revised.

　　Act as SIC and perform the SIC primary duties as needed.

　　Perform secondary non-flying activities as assigned by the Director, Aviation.

　　Qualifications

　　FUNCTIONAL SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES

　　Proven safety focused mindset

　　Advanced working knowledge of all regulations pertaining to flight, both domestic and international.

　　Skillset required to pilot advanced, high altitude aircraft

　　Ability to multitask in a fast paced work environment

　　Proven sound decision making skills, even when under pressure of limited time

　　Ability to work well on a team

　　Strong commitment to customer service

　　Computer aptitude

　　REQUIRED EDUCATION AND REQUIRED CERTIFICATION OR LICENSING • Bachelor’s degree preferred. • Meets all FAA requirements to serve as Pilot-in-Command • Hold an airline transport pilot (ATP) certificate with appropriate type ratings • Have logged a minimum of 5,000 flight hours total, with 500 flight hours in jet aircraft; Gulfstream time desirable • FAA First Class Medical Certificate • Multi-Engine, Airline Transport Pilot Certificate • FCC radio telephone permit • Meet all currency requirements regarding instrument flight time and night landings prior to flying any required trips • Be able to pass an instrument competency check in the category of aircraft to be flown

　　Eastman Chemical Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.

　　Eastman is committed to creating a powerfully diverse workforce and a broadly inclusive workplace, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.