First Officer, Western U.S. — NetJets

Pilot Assessments; Connecticut; On-site; USD 86,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) with NetJets match

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

NetJets seeks First Officers to operate with Owners and passengers at the highest standards from taxi to touchdown. You’ll be the onboard representative across diverse bases, adapting to schedules, time zones, and weather, with readiness for international operations.

Schedule includes variable days/nights, up to 14-hour duty periods, and multiple nights away per tour. Comprehensive benefits and a base salary range are provided.

Qualifications

• Calm, clear communication under pressure; quick, accurate, and detail-oriented decision-making.
• Professional, polished, and service-forward presentation; positive, empathetic passenger interaction.

Responsibilities

• Operate aircraft safely and compliantly from taxi through landing per FAA guidance and manuals.
• Greet Owners and passengers, brief on flight and safety, provide weather updates, and communicate changes.
• Deliver in-flight service, coordinate catering, and manage policies for alcohol service.
• Load, secure, and manage baggage; support flights with pets and passengers who smoke.
• Act as final authority on aircraft for operational decisions and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with maintenance control and complete required paperwork.
• Perform other duties as assigned based on aircraft and operational needs.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Clear communication

Customer service

Professional presentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Opportunity

NetJets First Officers are both expert aviators and trusted hosts. You'll operate to the highest standards from taxi to touchdown while acting as the primary onboard representative for our Owners and passengers. The role spans multiple western bases and requires the flexibility to adapt to changing schedules, time zones, and weather, as well as readiness for international operations.

Where You'll Be Based

• Regional Bases: California, Arizona, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Nevada, Montana
• Operate from a variety of FBOs across the West; assignments may vary based on operational needs.

What You'll Do

• Operate the aircraft safely and compliantly from taxi through takeoff, enroute, approach, and landing per FAA guidance, OEM checklists, the NetJets Flight Operations Manual or Aircraft Operating Manual, and applicable Standard Operating Practices.
• Greet Owners and passengers; confirm itinerary, brief on flight and safety, provide weather updates, and communicate any changes.
• Deliver in-flight service as needed, including coordinating/serving catering and alcohol within policy.
• Load, secure, and manage baggage; support flights with pets and flights with passengers who smoke.
• Act as final authority on the aircraft for operational decisions and regulatory compliance.
• Serve as the liaison between Owners, passengers, and NetJets from arrival at the departure FBO through arrival at destination.
• Coordinate maintenance abnormalities/discrepancies with the fleet Maintenance Control Center and complete required paperwork.
• Perform other duties as assigned based on aircraft and operational assignments.

Flight Time & Certification Pathways

• Accepted ATP pathways (multi-engine under 61.160 where applicable):
  • 1,500 hours total time; or
  • 1,250 hours with an eligible university R-ATP certificate; or
  • 1,000 hours with a qualifying military pilot background; or
  • 1,000 hours with an eligible university R-ATP certificate.
• Minimums (fixed-wing unless noted):
  • Total time: 1,000+ hours (per accepted pathways above)
  • PIC: 250+ hours
  • Multi-engine: 50+ hours
  • Cross-country: 200+ hours over 50 NM
  • Night: 100+ hours (or FAA-approved reduced alternative)
  • Instrument: 75+ hours (excluding simulator)
• Certificates & Docs: Written FAA ATP (completed prior to Indoctrination Training); current FAA First-Class Medical; FCC Restricted Radio Operator Permit; valid passport; authorization to work in the U.S.; unrestricted international travel capability; valid state driver's license.
• Age & Language: 21+ years old; fluent in spoken and written English.
• Security: Successful TSA background check; ability to obtain airport authority and/or U.S. Customs security badges.

NetJets accepts an FAA ATP, a Restricted ATP, or candidates who meet ATP/R-ATP requirements with a multi-engine rating under 61.160.

What You Bring

• High school education or equivalent.
• Calm, clear communication under pressure; quick, accurate, and detail-oriented decision-making.
• Professional, polished, and service-forward presentation; positive, empathetic passenger interaction.
• Ability to handle pets/animals and work flights with passengers who smoke.
• Physical readiness to exert up to 50 lbs occasionally, 30 lbs frequently, and 10 lbs constantly.

Schedule & Lifestyle

• Variable day/night schedules across weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
• Duty periods up to 14 hours per day for as many as eight consecutive days.
• Seven or more nights away from home in hotels per tour; frequent time zone transitions and weather variability.
• Active rest management in alignment with flight duty and safety requirements.

Pay & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision 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
• 401(k) with NetJets matching 67% of every dollar contributed
• Legal plan, identity-theft protection, and pet insurance
• Family and caregiving support
• Base Salary Range: $86,015 - $117,706