First Officer

USA Jet Airlines; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer matching

Health, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays

Overtime and bonus pay

Paid parental leave

Disability coverage (short and long)

Job summary

USA Jet Airlines invites applications for a First Officer position, reporting to the Chief Pilot and providing administrative leadership in training for upgrade to Captain. You will work under the PIC, uphold flight and duty time limits, and ensure compliance with company procedures across all flight phases.

You will be part of a safety-driven team, handling TSA security duties and collaborating with crew to ensure secure cargo and passenger operations while maintaining high standards of

Qualifications

• Hold the appropriate licences and certificates for the position.
• Able to read, write and speak English fluently.
• Maintain knowledge of the General Operations Manual, FARs, OpSpecs, Aircraft Flight Manual and related instructions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of the USA Jet General Operations Manual, the FARs, OpSpecs, Aircraft Flight Manual and other instructions relevant to the role.
• Ensure flight and duty time limitations are met and that you are rested and properly uniformed.
• Keep the Pilot in Command informed in accordance with SOPs throughout all flight phases.
• Perform Second-in-Command duties including filing, opening/closing flight plans and pre/post-flight inspections.
• Ensure required documents, navigational aids, manuals and equipment are on board.
• Assist with loading and securing cargo and passengers as applicable.
• Brief couriers and jump seat riders; perform ATC communications as needed.

Skills

English language proficiency

Education

Pilot licences and certificates

Job description

Job Description

About the Company Since 1994, USA Jet Airlines has provided premium, on-demand air cargo transportation services to the North American manufacturing industry. As an integral part of the Ascent Global Logistics network, USA Jet routinely provides the time-critical airlift needed to reinforce the supply chains of customers such as Ford, General Motors and Tesla. With decades of experience in domestic and international cargo transportation, USA Jet is a proven leader in the air cargo industry. Company mission: to elevate the world of logistics through passion and innovation.

Role Overview

First Officers report to the Chief Pilot administratively, and to their assigned Captain functionally during FAR 121 duty periods. The First Officer is considered to be in training for upgrade to Captain and is expected to take advantage of all Captain instruction and information available.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of the USA Jet General Operations Manual, the FARs, OpSpecs, Aircraft Flight Manual and other instructions relevant to the role.
• Confirm before each duty period that flight and duty time limitations are met, that you are adequately rested and in proper uniform.
• Keep the Pilot in Command informed in accordance with company SOPs in all phases of flight.
• At the discretion of the PIC, perform additional duties as Second-in-Command, including filing, opening and closing flight plans and conducting preflight and post-flight inspections.
• Check that required documents, navigational aids, manuals and equipment are on board.
• Participate in or facilitate the loading and offloading of cargo and/or passengers as applicable.
• Supervise or complete the securing of cargo, cargo nets and the flight crew barrier, and confirm carry-on items are properly stowed.
• Brief couriers and jump seat riders, and perform ATC communications.
• Assist other crew members as necessary.
• Execute ground security requirements mandated by the TSA, including Ground Security Coordinator (GSC) duties and aircraft, cargo and passenger security requirements.
• Ensure all air cargo is accepted, inspected, loaded and secured aboard the aircraft in line with all applicable domestic and international regulatory and company requirements.
• Participate actively in USA Jet safety programmes and the Safety Management System, reporting all safety concerns promptly and following applicable occupational safety and health standards at the working location.

Requirements

• Hold the appropriate licences and certificates for the position.
• Complete the training, checking and qualification requirements defined in USA Jet approved and accepted manuals.
• Able to read, write and speak English fluently.
• Maintain knowledge of the USA Jet General Operations Manual, the FARs, OpSpecs, Aircraft Flight Manual and other instructions relevant to the role.
• Confirm before each duty period that flight and duty time limitations are met, that you are adequately rested and in proper uniform.
• Keep the Pilot in Command informed in accordance with company SOPs in all phases of flight.
• At the discretion of the PIC, perform additional duties as Second-in-Command, including filing, opening and closing flight plans and conducting preflight and post-flight inspections.
• Check that required documents, navigational aids, manuals and equipment are on board.
• Participate in or facilitate the loading and offloading of cargo and/or passengers as applicable.
• Supervise or complete the securing of cargo, cargo nets and the flight crew barrier, and confirm carry-on items are properly stowed.
• Brief couriers and jump seat riders, and perform ATC communications.
• Assist other crew members as necessary.
• Execute ground security requirements mandated by the TSA, including Ground Security Coordinator (GSC) duties and aircraft, cargo and passenger security requirements.
• Ensure all air cargo is accepted, inspected, loaded and secured aboard the aircraft in line with all applicable domestic and international regulatory and company requirements.
• Participate actively in USA Jet safety programmes and the Safety Management System, reporting all safety concerns promptly and following applicable occupational safety and health standards at the working location.

What We Offer

401(k) with employer matching Health, dental and vision insurance; life insurance Short-term and long-term disability cover Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays Paid parental leave Employee Assistance Program and employee wellness program Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) Tuition reimbursement Overtime, differential, trip and bonus pay Employee recognition programs Additional Information Employment is not contingent upon COVID-19 vaccination status.

Benefits

Health, dental and vision insurance; life insurancePaid time off (PTO) and paid holidaysOvertime, differential, trip and bonus pay