Air Cargo First Officer (Part 121) – Captain Upgrade Track

Pilot Assessments; Belleville (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer matching

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance and Wellness

Employee recognition programs

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and HS

Overtime, differential, trip, andBonus

Job summary

Pilot Assessments in Belleville, MI seeks a First Officer to support the Pilot-in-Command across all flight phases, ensuring safety and on-time missions for time-critical customers.

You will file flight plans as needed, conduct preflight checks, supervise cargo handling, and uphold strict safety standards. This role offers a clear upgrade path to Captain, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to regulatory compliance and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Fluent reading, writing and speaking of English.
• Ability to comply with company SOPs and aviation regulations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the Captain across all flight phases and follow SOPs.
• File, open, or close flight plans and conduct ATC communications as needed.
• Complete preflight and post-flight inspections.
• Verify documents, navigational data, manuals, and equipment.
• Oversee cargo loading, securing cargo, and crew barrier.
• Brief couriers and jump-seaters when applicable.
• Adhere to flight and duty-time limitations and maintain proper uniform.
• Support upgrade readiness by learning from the Captain.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

Part 121 First Officer license

Job description

Your mission

As First Officer, you'll support the Pilot-in-Command across all phases of flight, uphold the highest safety and security standards, and help ensure every mission launches and lands on time for our time-critical customers. You'll be counted on as a trusted co-pilot today—and prepared as a future Captain tomorrow.

What you'll do

• Keep the Captain fully apprised in all phases of flight and operate per company SOPs.
• At the Captain’s discretion: file, open, or close flight plans; conduct ATC communications.
• Perform thorough preflight and post-flight inspections.
• Verify required documents, navigational data, manuals, and equipment are on board and current.
• Participate in and/or facilitate cargo loading and offloading; supervise securing of cargo, nets, and the crew barrier.
• Ensure carry-on items are properly stowed; brief couriers and jump-seaters when applicable.
• Adhere to flight- and duty-time limitations; report fit for duty and in proper uniform.
• Actively assist crewmembers and seek Captain-level instruction to accelerate upgrade readiness.

Safety and security first

• Serve in TSA-mandated ground-security capacities, including Ground Security Coordinator duties.
• Ensure aircraft, cargo, and passenger security requirements are consistently met.
• Accept, inspect, load, and secure air cargo per applicable domestic and international regulations and company policies.
• Participate in USA Jet's Safety Programs and Safety Management System (SMS); promptly report safety concerns and follow all relevant OSHA standards.

What you'll bring

• Appropriate pilot licenses and certificates for a Part 121 First Officer; completion of all training, checking, and qualification requirements as defined in USA Jet's approved/accepted manuals.
• Fluent reading, writing, and speaking of English.
• Working knowledge of the USA Jet General Operations Manual, FARs, OpSpecs, the Aircraft Flight Manual, and all role-relevant instructions (or the ability to quickly attain it).
• A proactive, upgrade-minded approach—eager to absorb Captain instruction and guidance.

Note: The posting lists no specific flight-hour minimums, aircraft type, or license class. Employment is not contingent upon COVID-19 vaccination status.

Benefits that have your back

• 401(k) with employer matching
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
• Employee recognition programs
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Overtime, differential, trip, and bonus pay
• Tuition reimbursement

Ready to launch?

If you're a safety-focused aviator who thrives in time-critical operations and is ready for a clear Captain upgrade path, we'd love to hear from you.