Airline First Officer — Orlando (MCO) | JetBlue

Pilot Assessments; Orlando, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

JetBlue seeks a First Officer in Orlando to assist the Pilot in Command and operate the aircraft in full compliance with FARs, JetBlue policies, and safety controls—while creating an excellent experience for customers and crewmembers.

You’ll bring 1,500 hours total, 500 hours fixed-wing, ATP multiengine, FCC radio permit, FAA First Class Medical, US work eligibility, three pilot references, and fluent English.

Qualifications

• Total flight time minimum 1,500 hours, incl. ≥500 hours in fixed-wing aircraft.
• FAA ATP certificate (airplane, multiengine) — Unrestricted.
• Current FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
• FCC Radiotelephone Operator’s Permit.
• High school diploma or GED; may include bachelor's degree.
• US work authorization; no visa sponsorship.
• Three pilot references attesting to flying skills.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.
• Proficiency with web browsers, MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, iOS, EFB tools.
• Valid US driver’s license; clean driving record.
• Successful completion of 10-year background check and drug test.
• Willingness for reserve duty, weekends, evenings, holidays.

Responsibilities

• Operate the aircraft safely and professionally per FARs and JetBlue SOPs.
• Partner with the Captain to resolve real-time customer and operational challenges.
• Deliver friendly, consistent service while upholding JetBlue values.
• Maintain required skills, training, currency, and qualifications; pursue learning.
• Champion Safety Management System and Safety Policy; surface hazards via ASAP/SAR.
• Comply with FAA/OSHA/DOT and JetBlue requirements; maintain attendance and professionalism.
• Support light aircraft cleaning when requested and time permitting.

Skills

1500 hours total

500 hours fixed-wing

English fluency

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

EFIS/FMS

Microsoft Office

EFD/EFB tools

Job description

The Mission

As a JetBlue First Officer, you’ll assist the Pilot in Command and operate the aircraft in full compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations, JetBlue policies, procedures, and risk controls—while creating an excellent experience for customers and crewmembers.

What You’ll Do

• Operate the aircraft safely and professionally in accordance with FARs and JetBlue SOPs.
• Partner with the Captain and crewmembers to solve customer and operational challenges in real time.
• Deliver friendly, consistent service and uphold JetBlue’s values on every flight.
• Maintain all required skills, training, currency, and qualifications; embrace continuous learning.
• Champion JetBlue’s Safety Management System and Safety Policy as a Safety Ambassador.
• Identify, mitigate, and report safety, security, incident, and hazard concerns via ASAP, SAR, and other reporting systems.
• Comply with FAA, OSHA, DOT, and company requirements; model professional attendance and punctuality.
• Support light aircraft cleaning when requested and time permits.

What You’ll Bring (Required)

• Total time: Minimum 1,500 hours total flight time, including at least 500 hours in fixed‑wing airplanes.
• Certificates: FAA Airline Transport Pilot Certificate (airplane multiengine) — Unrestricted.
• Medical: Current FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
• Radio permit: Valid FCC Radiotelephone Operator’s Permit.
• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Work authorization: Legally eligible to work in the United States; no visa sponsorship. Qualifying U.S. passport or U.S. permanent resident card with required foreign passport/visas for unrestricted travel to JetBlue destinations (≥ six months validity at application).
• References: Three reference letters from pilots attesting to your flying skills.
• Communication: Fluent in spoken and written English.
• Technology: Proficiency with common web browsers, Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, iOS, and electronic tablet/EFB tools; ability to read and apply technical manuals.
• Driving: Valid U.S. driver’s license with a compliant driving record.
• Screening: Successful completion of a 10-year background check and pre‑employment drug test.
• Professionalism: Ability to think creatively, solve problems, work effectively in teams, and adhere to uniform appearance standards.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work reserve duty, weekends, evenings, holidays, varying schedules, and last‑minute drafting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Recommendations from current JetBlue pilots.
• 3,500+ total aircraft flight hours (excludes simulator and Flight Engineer time).
• 1,000+ hours fixed‑wing turbine PIC.
• 1,000+ hours in EFIS and/or FMS‑equipped aircraft.
• 200+ hours of recent flying in the last 12 months.

Schedule & Working Conditions

• Non‑traditional schedules supporting a 24‑hour flight operation; availability for any schedule and short‑notice assignments.
• Reserve duty, weekends, evenings, and holidays as operationally required.
• Time away from home base for up to six consecutive days; occasional extended duty during irregular operations.
• Normal cockpit and ramp exposure within airport environments.

Safety & Compliance

• Operate in full compliance with FAA regulations, OSHA and DOT requirements, and JetBlue policies and procedures.
• Fulfill assigned safety accountabilities and actively support company safety goals.
• Use established reporting channels (e.g., ASAP, SAR) to surface hazards, incidents, security concerns.

Role models JetBlue’s Safety Management System, Safety Policy, Security Policy, and behavioral standards.

How to Stand Out

• Demonstrate sound judgment, teamwork, and a calm, customer‑focused presence.
• Show recent flight activity and proficiency in EFIS/FMS environments.
• Highlight reliability, punctuality, and clean safety/attendance records.