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

Pilot Assessments; Michigan; 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 and holidays

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance programs

Wellness programs

Employee recognition programs

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and HS

Overtime, differential, trip, andbonus

Job summary

USA Jet is seeking a competent First Officer to support the Pilot-in-Command across all phases of flight, ensuring safety and on-time mission execution for time-critical customers.

You will file and manage flight plans, conduct preflight checks, and verify all documents and equipment are current. Responsibilities include cargo handling oversight, security compliance, and assisting crew for upgrade readiness.

Qualifications

• Fluent reading, writing, and speaking of English.

Responsibilities

• Keep the Captain fully apprised in all phases of flight and operate per company SOPs.
• File, open, or close flight plans; conduct ATC communications as needed.
• Perform thorough preflight and post-flight inspections.
• Verify documents, navigational data, manuals, and equipment are onboard and current.
• Supervise cargo loading/ unloading and securing.
• Ensure carry-on items are properly stowed and brief couriers when applicable.
• Adhere to flight and duty-time limitations; maintain proper uniform.
• Support upgrade readiness by assisting crewmembers and seeking captain guidance.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

Part 121 First Officer certification

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