First Officer Pilot – Eastern U.S. | NetJets

NetJets; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No-cost Medical/Dental/Vision

Healthcare advocacy

FSAs and HSA

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with 67% match

Legal protection

Pet insurance

Job summary

NetJets is seeking an experienced pilot to operate assigned aircraft across taxi, takeoff, cruise, and landing in strict FAA-compliant procedures. You will greet Owners, brief passengers, and provide weather and routing updates, delivering a safe and welcoming travel experience.

Responsibilities include in-flight hospitality coordination, baggage handling, and maintaining professional demeanor while supporting multi-day sequences across the Eastern U.S. Travel is required.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• FAA ATP (or qualify via R-ATP) with Multi-Engine Rating; ATP written completed before Indoctrination Training.
• Flight time requirements: Total time 1,000+ hours via ATP/R-ATP pathways; PIC 250 hours; Multi-engine 50 hours; Cross-country 200 hours; Night 100 hours (or 75 with 45 night takeoffs/landings); Instrument 75 hours.
• Medical/Docs: Current FAA First-Class Medical; FCC Restricted Radio Operator Permit; valid U.S. passport; valid state driver’s license; unwavered authorization to work in the U.S.; ability to travel internationally.
• Security & scheduling: Pass TSA background screening; obtain airport authority/US Customs badges; work varied hours including holidays; longer rest per flight-duty rules.
• Skills: Fluent English; strong communication; sound judgment under pressure; meticulous attention to technical and service details; neat, professional appearance.
• Other: Comfortable around animals and flights with smoking passengers; ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs occasionally, 30 lbs frequently, and 10 lbs continuously.

Responsibilities

• Operate aircraft from taxi through takeoff, cruise, and landing in strict FAA compliance and company SOPs.
• Serve as on-site NetJets liaison—greet Owners and passengers, conduct safety and itinerary briefings, provide weather and routing updates.
• Deliver in-flight hospitality as needed, including coordinating catering and alcohol service.
• Load, secure, and stow baggage; support flights with pets and smoking passengers.
• Exercise command authority for operational, safety, and regulatory compliance as required by policy.
• Coordinate with Maintenance Control to report discrepancies and complete documentation.
• Maintain a consistently professional demeanor and appearance, representing NetJets to Owners and partners.

Skills

Fluent English

Communication

Judgment under pressure

Attention to detail

Professional appearance

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The mission

Provide safe, compliant, and owner-focused air transportation in accordance with FAA regulations, OEM checklists, and the NetJets Flight Operations/Aircraft Operating Manuals—delivering a smooth, informed, and welcoming experience from FBO arrival to destination.

What you’ll do

• Operate assigned aircraft from taxi through takeoff, cruise, and landing in strict adherence to FAA requirements, company procedures, and standard operating practices.
• Serve as the on-site NetJets liaison—greet Owners and passengers, conduct safety and itinerary briefings, and provide weather and routing updates.
• Deliver in-flight hospitality as needed, including coordinating catering and handling of alcohol service.
• Load, secure, and properly stow baggage; support flights with pets and those involving smoking passengers.
• Exercise command authority for operational, safety, and regulatory compliance as required by company policy.
• Coordinate with Maintenance Control to report discrepancies and complete required documentation.
• Uphold a consistently professional demeanor and appearance, representing NetJets to Owners and partners.

What you bring

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certificates: FAA ATP (or qualify via R-ATP) with Multi-Engine Rating; ATP written completed before Indoctrination Training.
• Flight time (minimums):
  • Total time: 1,000+ hours via eligible ATP/R-ATP pathway (acceptable pathways include: 1,500 hours standard; 1,250 with eligible university R-ATP; 1,000 with military qualification; 1,000 with eligible university R-ATP).
  • PIC (fixed-wing): 250 hours.
  • Multi-engine (fixed-wing): 50 hours.
  • Cross-country: 200 hours.
  • Night: 100 hours, or 75 hours with at least 45 night takeoffs/landings.
  • Instrument: 75 hours (excluding simulator time).
• Medical/Docs: Current FAA First-Class Medical; FCC Restricted Radio Operator Permit; valid U.S. passport; valid state driver’s license; unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S.; ability to travel internationally.
• Security & scheduling: Pass TSA background screening; obtain airport authority and/or U.S. Customs security badges; work days/nights/weekends/holidays; effectively manage rest in line with flight-duty requirements; remain away from home for 7+ days/nights as needed.
• Skills: Fluent English; strong communication; sound judgment under pressure; meticulous attention to technical and service details; neat, professional appearance.
• Other requirements: Comfortable around animals and flights where passengers may smoke; ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs occasionally, 30 lbs frequently, and 10 lbs constantly.

Schedule, travel, and workstyle

Expect a dynamic schedule across the Eastern U.S. with variable duty periods. You’ll manage rest effectively, operate days and nights including weekends and holidays, and maintain readiness for multi-day sequences with extended time away from home.

Benefits & rewards

• No-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision options with nationwide networks
• Healthcare advocacy and Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account with annual employer contribution
• Wellness programs and discounts
• Paid time off and parental leave
• Life and accident insurance; short- and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) with 67% company match on eligible elective deferrals and catch-up contributions
• Legal plan and identity-theft protection
• Pet insurance and family/caregiving support