Air Cargo First Officer: Path to Captain

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

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.