Pilot, First Officer

All Aviation Jobs; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Gridiron Air, a FAR Part 121 Supplemental Air Carrier with global operations, seeks a First Officer (FO) to serve as SIC. This role reports to the Captain and CP while supporting safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.

Requirements include FAA ATP license, First Class Medical, FCC certification, and 2,000 hours total time with turbojet and EFIS/FMS experience. Evening/weekend availability may be required.

Qualifications

• FAA ATP license, First Class Medical, FCC Certificate required.
• Legal authorization to live and work in the United States.
• Must pass a DOT pre-employment drug test.
• 2,000 hours total time (fixed wing) with EFIS/FMS/Glass flight deck experience.
• 1,000 hours in turbojet.
• 1,000 hours Part 121, 91, or 135.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all administrative programs including airport/route qualification and flight time limitations.
• Ensure pilot appearance, attendance, and personal conduct align with policy and core values.
• Notify CP promptly of any discrepancy affecting safety or compliance.
• Direct crewmembers to meet operational requirements when assigned.
• Perform other administrative duties as directed by the CP.

Skills

Part 121 experience

FAA ATP

First Class Medical

English fluency

Communication

Hospitality mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

EFIS/FMS/Glass flight deck

Job description

A FAR Part 121 Supplemental Air Carrier, Gridiron Air is a leading charter airline specializing in customized flight solutions using its fleet of Boeing 777-200ER aircraft. We are committed to delivering new levels of safety, hospitality, and operational excellence to the charter market. Our talented flight and cabin crew operate across the globe, 365 days a year. These talented team members are supported by dedicated professionals out of our corporate office - including our state-of-the-art Operations Control Center and world-class Maintenance Operation - located at AFW, Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport, in Fort Worth, Texas. Flexibility is required to meet the needs of our business and will require evening and weekend availability when needed.

SUMMARY

The First Officer (FO) is Second -in-Command (SIC) of the flight. While acting in this capacity. The FO shall comply with all regulations and directives pertaining to the conduct of the flight in a manner suitable to the Captain. The FO administratively reports to the CP and Functionally reports to the Captain of the flight.

Gridiron expects its employees to conduct business honestly and ethically wherever operations are maintained. We strive to improve our services, products, and processes consistently and will maintain a reputation for safety, reliability, service, operational excellence, integrity, diversity, and inclusion. Our employees are expected to adhere to high standards of business and personal integrity as a representation of our business practices at all times, consistent with their duty of loyalty to the company. In addition, Gridiron Air expects all its employees to uphold a work environment that ensures Safety, Security, Quality, Responsibility, and value for all our employees, clients, customers, and other stakeholders.

GENERAL DUTIES

• Comply with all administrative programs including airport/route qualification, flight time limitations, currency requirements (physicals, takeoffs and landings, home study courses, etc.), pilot flight equipment, uniform discipline, manuals, policies and procedures, and others, as assigned.
• Ensure pilot appearance, attendance, and personal conduct are in compliance with Company policy, culture, and core values.
• Immediately notify the CP of any discrepancy or incident that may affect their ability, or the Company ability, to perform within the parameters of safety, regulatory compliance, and fiscal responsibility.
• Act, as deemed necessary, to resolve any problems or situations that may compromise safety or compliance.
• When assigned by the Captain, direct the Crewmembers in a safe and efficient manner to meet the operational requirements of the Company.
• Perform all other administrative duties as assigned by the CP.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Supplemental Part 121 experience preferred
• FAA ATP License, First Class Medical, FCC Certificate
• Legal authorization to live and work in U.S.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance.
• No FAA accident history or history of regulatory violations.
• Must pass a DOT pre-employment drug test.
• Fluent in English (read, write, speak, understand)
• Strong communication, sharp judgment, attention to detail, and hospitality mindset
• B777 or B747 experience preferred
• 2,000 hours total time (fixed wing) with EFIS/FMS/Glass flight deck experience
• 1,000 hours in turbojet
• 1,000 hours Part 121, 91, or 135

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will primarily work in an office setting. Occasionally, the employee is exposed to outside weather conditions which may include wet and/or humid conditions and extreme heat and cold. When working outside the office, the noise level in the work environment is often loud. Occasional travel may be required (<10%).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to speak, write, and understand English. Employees must also adhere to Gridiron Air's Drug and Alcohol policies.

Gridiron is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Preferred Experience

• 1000 hours Part 121,91, or 135
• 2000 hours total time (fixed wing) with EFIS/FMS/Glass flight deck experience

Preferred Education

• Bachelors or better

Preferred Behaviors

• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.