Airbus A220 First Officer

Breeze Airways; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision and Dental

401K with Breeze Employee Match

Generous PTO

Travel on Breeze and other Airlines

Job summary

Breeze Airways seeks experienced airline pilots to join our team as a captain-track candidate. You will plan flights, ensure compliance with FARs, weather data, and company procedures, and work with the Captain to maintain safety and efficiency.

The role requires ATP or commercial with multi-engine and instrument ratings, extensive flight hours, a first-class medical, and the ability to travel. Breeze offers competitive benefits and travel opportunities on Breeze and partner airlines.

Qualifications

• FAA ATP or Commercial Pilot Certificate with multi-engine and instrument ratings.
• Current ATP Written completed if an FAA ATP is not held
• Must have 1,500+ hours total time and minimum flight-hour requirements including 750 fixed-wing, 500 cross-country, 250 PIC, 100 night, 75 instrument, 50 multi-engine

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of equipment, FARs, company manuals and policies.
• Plan flights per weather data and company procedures.
• Be responsible for flight and duty limits, training, and medical requirements.
• Perform duties as assigned by Captain, and assist with ground handling when needed.
• Assess risk and use resources to keep risk at acceptable levels.
• Develop professionally toward transition to PIC.
• Ensure airworthiness through pre/post-flight inspections and adherence to FARs.
• Observe company playbooks and rules of conduct.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

FMS

Job description

Here’s what you do

• Responsible for having a thorough working knowledge of the equipment operated, Federal Aviation Regulations governing the operation of this equipment as well as Company manuals, Operations Specifications, policies, and other instructions
• Responsible to the Captain for the proper planning of the flight in accordance with all applicable weather information and reports, applicable Company policies and FARs
• Responsible and qualified for the assigned flight. This includes flight and duty time limitations, training, proficiency checks, medical certificate, etc.
• Perform all duties the Captain may assign in flight
• The knowledge and ability to assess risk and use the proper resources to keep risk to an acceptable level during all phases of ground and flight operations
• Employs the CRM concept of “Assertiveness with Respect”
• Maintains a high degree of proficiency and a thorough knowledge of flight operations, procedures, and systems applicable to the aircraft flown
• Develops technically and professionally in preparation for transition to PIC
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Company
• Through completion of appropriate pre- and post-flight inspection, ensures the airworthy condition of assigned aircraft in accordance with Company policy and FARs
• Becomes familiar with existing and forecasted departure, arrival, and if applicable, alternate station weather prior to each flight
• Assists with and ensures proper handling of aircraft, passengers, baggage, and cargo at terminal points where other company personnel are not available
• Observe the Rules of Conduct for all team members as outlined in the Company Team Member Playbook and Pilot Playbook

Here’s what you need to be successful

• Must be at least 23 years old at the time of application
• FAA ATP Certificate or Commercial Pilot Certificate with multi engine and instrument ratings
• Current ATP Written completed if an FAA ATP is not held
• Must have 1,500+ hours total time (not including simulator and/or Flight Engineer time)
• Must have a minimum: 750 hours of fixed wing time
• 500 hours cross country
• 250 hours fixed wing PIC
• 100 hours night
• 75 hours instrument
• 50 hours of actual multi engine flying
• Actively flying two of the past five years
• Must be able to join a class within six months of application
• High school diploma or equivalent educational achievement
• Must have the knowledge, skills, and ability to upgrade to Captain in a very short period of time
• Must ensure pilot training history is accurately maintained and disclosed in accordance with FAA Pilot Records Database (PRD) regulations.
• Current First-Class FAA Medical Certificate
• Valid FCC Radiotelephone Operator’s Permit
• Must have a valid U.S. driver’s license
• Must have a valid passport
• Must be able to travel unrestricted to and from the United States
• Must pass a DOT pre-employment drug test
• Must pass a TSA required fingerprint-based criminal history records check and Breeze background checks
• Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous US Part 121, US Part 135, or US Military Aviator experience
• 500+ hours fixed wing multi engine time, preferably in a jet
• Experience using an FMS

Skills/Talents

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Ability to facilitate cooperative relationships between/among people and departments
• Ability to work with individuals and teams at all levels in the organization

Perks of the Job

• Health, Vision and Dental
• Health Savings Account with Breeze Employee Match
• 401K with Breeze Employee Match
• Generous PTO
• Travel on Breeze and other Airlines too!

Breeze Airways provides equal employment opportunities to all Team Members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Thank you for your interest in Breeze Airways!