First Officer - Embraer 120 Brasilia

Freight Runners Express; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 51,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Training

Hotel Covered

Job summary

Freight Runners Express in Milwaukee, WI is seeking First Officers for our Embraer 120 Brasilia fleet. This position offers a clear upgrade path from First Officer in training toward Captain, with substantial turbine time and all-weather experience.

Our operation runs 365 days a year across the US, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean, with about 350 weekly departures. The role includes in-house ground and flight training, company-paid hotels during training, and a benefits package including

Qualifications

• FAA CMEL Pilot Certificate with instrument rating required.
• First Class medical certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Operate as First Officer in Embraer 120 Brasilia.
• Maintain instrument proficiency and safety standards.
• Complete in-house ground and flight training.

Skills

Pilot experience

Instrument rating

Total time

PIC time

Education

FAA CMEL Pilot Certificate w/ Instrument Rating

FirstClass Medical

Job description

Freight Runners Express / Air Charter Express (FRE/ACE) is currently seeking First Officers for our fleet of Embraer 120 Brasilia's. This is for a class starting November 10th, 2026. You will need to complete an in-person interview before October 27th. Let us help you fast track your career!

We consider all our First Officers to be Captains in training. This job will provide you with an ample amount of turbine time, valuable all-weather experience, and the opportunity to upgrade to Captain. Our company runs 365 days a year in the US, Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean. We have approximately 350 weekly departures.

Our aircraft proudly feature updated avionics, on-board weather and autopilots, new paint, and our crews benefit from a completely paperless experience with company issued iPads.

SALARY

• Competitive pay and benefits with ranges based on miles flown
• $50,600 - $67,000 possible your 1st year; Up to $100,700 - $108,600 year 2
• Earnings over a 5-year period up to $690,000
• Mileage pay for every revenue mile
• Per diem - up to $67/day domestic and $132/day international

MINIMUMS/REQUIREMENTS

• FAA CMEL Pilot Certificate w/Instrument Rating
• FAAFirstClass Medical
• 750 hourstotal time (1,000 preferred)
• 500 hoursPIC
• 50 hours instrument in an actual aircraft
• 50 hours multi engine PIC
• Must be instrument current/proficient
• Valid US Passport with a minimum of 36 months prior to expiration at the start of training
• Able to travel unrestricted to Canada, Mexico and all countries in the Caribbean
• FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit
• Pass background check and pre-employment drug test
• 3-year Training Agreement

BENEFITS / WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive bid schedules with a minimum 20 days off every 2 months
• Private Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Employee referral bonus program
• Paid training with all pilots receiving formal in-house ground and flight training
• Company-paid hotels for up to 14 days after the start of ground training and for all training conducted at a location other than Milwaukee, WI.

Although we have two names, we are one company. In 1985, Freight Runners Express began flying cargo throughout Wisconsin with one single engine airplane. In 1992, we added passenger service using the name Air Charter Express. Since then, FRE/ACE has grown tremendously, and now operates a fleet of 26 aircraft throughout North America. This longevity and growth have given us the first-hand experience necessary to provide safe and reliable flights.

We are a growing company with plenty of room to advance your career and increase pay based on job performance, upgrades and duration of employment. We are proud to be a drug and alcohol-free workplace and require pre-employment and random prohibited substance testing. Each applicant must be a United States citizen or have the right to work in the United States. FRE/ACE is an equal opportunity employer.