Home‐Based First Officer (CL65) – Managed Aircraft, Part 91/135

Pilot Assessments; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) match

FAA medical coverage

Company phone/uniform

Job summary

Vista America is hiring a permanent, full-time, home-based First Officer to fly a managed CL65 in the United States. You’ll act as Second in Command, delivering elevated service and safe operations as part of a global flight team.

The role requires ATP (Unrestricted) and current First Class Medical, 2,500+ hours fixed-wing with PIC 1,000+ and jet IFR 300+. Base salary is $110,000 with per diem from Day 1, plus comprehensive benefits and travel rewards.

Qualifications

• ATP (Unrestricted) and current First Class Medical.
• Total time: 2,500+ hours fixed-wing.
• PIC: 1,000+ hours.
• Multi-Engine: 500+ hours.
• Jet IFR: 300+ hours.
• Currency: 150+ hours in last 365 days and 30+ in last 90 days.
• Recent Part 91/135 experience.
• No more than 2 checkride failures; no accidents, incidents, or FAA enforcement actions in past 5 years.
• Meets ICAO Annex 1–2.1.10 for multi-pilot international commercial air transport operations.
• Travel & Work Authorization: eligible to travel to/from all Vista-served cities/countries; authorized to work in the United States.
• Identity and U.S. employment eligibility verification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SIC on a CL65 managed aircraft, ensuring safe, efficient operations in accordance with Part 91/135 and company SOPs.
• Deliver elevated, guest-focused service while representing the Vista brand with professionalism and discretion.
• Collaborate closely with the PIC and broader flight team; anticipate needs and lend a hand wherever required.
• Exercise sound judgment in dynamic environments; proactively solve operational challenges on the ground and in the air.
• Support international and domestic trip execution, documentation, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

2500+ hours fixed-wing

PIC 1000+ hours

Multi-Engine 500+ hours

Jet IFR 300+ hours

Curren cy: 150+ hrs in 365 days

Recent Part 91/135 experience

No more than 2 checkride failures

ICAO Annex compliance

US work authorization

Job description

About the Role

Vista America is hiring a permanent, full-time, home-based First Officer to fly a managed CL65 in the United States. You’ll pair sharp airmanship with polished service, acting as a trusted Second in Command, problem-solver, and brand ambassador across a mix of Part 91 and Part 135 operations. This is a front-row seat to iconic, luxury passenger experiences as part of a global flight team.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as SIC on a CL65 managed aircraft, ensuring safe, efficient operations in accordance with Part 91/135 and company SOPs.
• Deliver elevated, guest-focused service while representing the Vista brand with professionalism and discretion.
• Collaborate closely with the PIC and broader flight team; anticipate needs and lend a hand wherever required.
• Exercise sound judgment in dynamic environments; proactively solve operational challenges on the ground and in the air.
• Support international and domestic trip execution, documentation, and regulatory compliance.

What You’ll Bring (Minimums)

• License: ATP (Unrestricted) and current First Class Medical.
• Total Time: 2,500+ hours fixed-wing.
• PIC: 1,000+ hours.
• Multi-Engine: 500+ hours.
• Jet IFR: 300+ hours of logged IFR jet time.
• Currency: 150+ flight hours in the last 365 days and 30+ in the last 90 days.
• Experience: Recent Part 91/135 experience.
• Record: No more than 2 checkride failures; no accidents, incidents, or FAA enforcement actions in the past 5 years.
• Compliance: Meets ICAO Annex 1–2.1.10 for multi-pilot international commercial air transport operations.
• Travel & Work Authorization: Eligible to travel to/from all cities and countries served by Vista’s family of companies; authorized to work in the United States.
• Verification: Identity and U.S. employment eligibility verification required upon hire.

Preferred

• CL65 type rating and recent CL65 experience.
• Strong customer-service mindset and polished cabin presence.
• Proven teamwork, communication, and problem-solving under time pressure.

Compensation & Benefits

• $110,000 base salary with salary and per diem beginning Day 1.
• 15/13 schedule for work-life balance.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting.
• Company-paid KCM and FAA medical.
• Company-provided cell phone, credit card, and uniform.
• Earn hotel and travel loyalty points on company trips.

Compensation and benefits are subject to company policy and change.

How to Stand Out

Showcase your CL65 time (if applicable), recent Part 91/135 flying, and examples of refined, guest-centered service. Highlight your safety record, team-first mindset, and flexibility for international operations.