Metro First Officer – Cargo Operations | Sierra West Airlines (El Paso, ELP)

Pilot Assessments; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra West Airlines is seeking pilots based in El Paso, TX, for on-demand operations with frequent overnight callouts. The role requires extensive travel, including unplanned overnights away from base, with variable shifts and overtime.

You will ensure safety, reliability, and top-tier customer service in all flight legs. Candidates must hold a CPL with Multi-Engine Land and Instrument Rating, an FAA First Class Medical, and an ICAO English level 4+.

Qualifications

• Must hold CPL with Multi-Engine Land and Instrument Rating.
• FAA First Class Medical required.
• ICAO English Level 4 or higher.
• FCC Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
• Valid US passport.
• Flight time in hours: 800 TT, 250 PIC, 75 ME, 40 turbine.

Responsibilities

• Support safe aircraft operations in accordance with all regulations and company policies.
• Maintain professional, clear communications for complex internal and external aircraft coordination.
• Assist with loading and unloading freight and provide top-tier customer service.
• Note and communicate aircraft discrepancies for maintenance review and correction.
• Perform flights during day, night, and varied weather conditions.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Education

Commercial Pilot License (CPL) with Multi-Engine Land and Instrument Rating

Tools

FCC Radiotelephone Operator Permit

FAA First Class Medical

Passport

Job description

What to expect

• Dynamic, on-demand flying with frequent overnight callouts, including weekends and holidays.
• Day, night, and weather operations with extensive travel, including unplanned overnights of uncertain duration.
• Variable shifts, overtime, and after-hours callouts.
• A tight-knit team culture centered on safety, reliability, and exemplary customer service.

What you'll do

• Support safe aircraft operations in accordance with all regulations and company policies.
• Maintain professional, clear communications for complex internal and external aircraft coordination.
• Assist with loading and unloading freight and provide top-tier customer service.
• Note and communicate aircraft discrepancies for maintenance review and correction.
• Perform flights during day, night, and varied weather conditions.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications

• License: Commercial Pilot License (CPL) with Multi-Engine Land and Instrument Rating; current Instrument Proficiency Check.
• Medical: FAA First Class Medical.
• Language: ICAO English Level 4 or higher.
• Certifications: FCC Radiotelephone Operator Permit; valid passport booklet (cards not accepted).
• Flight time: 800 TT, 250 PIC, 75 ME, 40 turbine.
• Age & eligibility: At least 18 years old and eligible to work in the United States.
• Background: Ability to obtain an airport SIDA badge; complete DOT drug screening and required background checks.
• Physical: Lift up to 125 lbs, climb ladders, and maneuver around aircraft.
• Equipment: iPad (2 or newer) required when reporting for duty; smartphone with texting and email capabilities.
• Availability: Willing to relocate to El Paso (ELP); travel extensively; work variable shifts, overtime, after-hours callouts, weekends, and holidays; accept frequent, unplanned overnight flights away from base of uncertain duration.

Highly preferred: Part 135 experience, familiarity with company aircraft, and previous cargo experience.

Training & commitment

For new, entry-level hires, an 18-month training commitment is required.

Role snapshot

• Base: El Paso, Texas (ELP)
• Schedule: On-demand operations with frequent overnight callouts
• Travel: Extensive, including unplanned overnights
• Focus: Safety, reliability, customer service, and maintenance reporting

Equal opportunity

Sierra West Airlines is an equal opportunity employer, complies with applicable equal-opportunity and affirmative-action laws, and provides reasonable accommodations consistent with applicable law and FAA safety and regulatory requirements.