Challenger 350 First Officer

Silver Air Private Jets; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flight training

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Life insurance

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

Job summary

Silver Air Private Jets is seeking an experienced first officer to join a 3-person crew on our Challenger 350 fleet at Van Nuys. You will be responsible for safe operation and adherence to all regulations, joining a team that values excellence and client travel needs.

The role requires substantial flight time, Part 135 familiarity (preferred), CANPASS authorization, and strong customer service. A flexible schedule including nights and weekends is expected.

Qualifications

• Total time in all aircraft: 1500 hours.
• Multi-engine time: 1000 hours.
• Total turbine time: 500 hours preferred.
• Valid First Class Medical Certificate.
• CANPASS authorization for Canada travel.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Able to work on-call including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Part 135 experience preferred, not required.

Responsibilities

• Review aircraft maintenance status to ensure airworthiness.
• Conduct proper pre-flight inspection per Aircraft Flight Manual.
• Check weather and route airports, including alternates.
• Ensure flight complies with Silver Air policies and regulations.
• Ensure safety of passengers, aircraft and crew.
• Complete trip paperwork per Silver Air procedures.

Skills

Total flight hours

Multi-engine experience

Turbine time

Valid First Class Medical

CANPASS authorization

Part 135 experience

Customer service

Team player

Time management

Flexibility with schedule

Job description

Compensation: $100,000 - $120,000 / year

Department: Pilot

Location: Van Nuys

Compensation: $100,000 - $120,000 / year

Description

We are searching for an experienced first officer to join a 3 person crew on our Challenger 350 at Silver Air! The This position is on a legacy account with Silver Air with an owner that has created their legacy in the manufacturing sector. The Challenger 350 First Officer will be responsible for the safe operation of the aircraft and ensure all flights are conducted in a safe and prudent manner. If you are a team player who seeks excellence in every aspect of your performance and want to join a hardworking team that strives to meet the travel needs of our clients, this might be the perfect role for you!

What you'll be doing

• Reviewing the maintenance status of the aircraft to ensure airworthiness.
• Conducting proper pre-flight inspection in accordance with the approved Aircraft Flight Manual.
• Completing check of weather and facilities along the route to be flown and airports to be used, including alternate airports.
• Ensuring the flight is conducted in accordance with the policies and procedures of Silver Air and applicable Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Ensuring the safety of all passengers, aircraft, and crew.
• Accurately completing all trip paperwork in accordance with Silver Air procedures.

To do well in this role, you'll need

• Total time in all aircraft = 1500 hours.
• Multi-engine time = 1000 hours.
• Total Turbine time = 500 hours preferred.
• Valid First Class Medical Certificate. This is required.
• Previous Part 135 experience. This is preferred, but not required.
• CANPASS authorization. You'll need the ability to obtain and maintain CANPASS authorization for unrestricted travel to/from Canada as a commercial pilot.
• Strong customer service skills. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) will need to be demonstrated with all levels of employees and clients. Communication must always be delivered with a superior level of professionalism.
• High level of detail. You'll need to be highly organized with the ability to thrive in changing environments and the flexibility for frequently changing priorities.
• Excellent time management skills. You'll need to be able to work on an on-call basis, with the ability to work well under pressure and to multi-task. Silver Air is a 24/7 organization, so this role requires a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and Holidays.
• Strong people skills. You'll need to be a team player who can provide valued contributions to our business and clients.

Benefits

We care deeply about making Silver Air an incredible place to work and we invest a significant amount of time and energy into creating and maintaining a company culture that provides our team with a generous level of support whilst inspiring them to do their best work.

The specific benefits / perks we offer are continually evolving, but currently include

• Personalized schedule with 10 days off per month and 20 days scheduled for flight.
• Our Flight Support team handles travel logistics.
• Paid leadership, hospitality, and flight simulator training with a one-year training agreement.
• Fly well-maintained equipment with modern technology.
• KCM badge, paid medical exams, extra passports, and cell phone stipend.
• Premium medical benefits fully paid for employee and family, vision, dental, life insurance, HSA, and FSA.
• 5% company match on 401(k) from day one.
• Employee Assistance Program for personal concerns.
• Competitive compensation with regular pay reviews.