Corporate Flight Management | First Officer

First Officer - Embraer ERJ 135/145

Contour Airlines is seeking experienced and dedicated First Officers to join our Embraer Regional Jet 135/145 (ERJ) fleet. As a long-established aviation services company, Contour Airlines prioritizes integrity, safety, and a customer-centric approach in all operations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to excellence, maintain professionalism, and contribute positively to our collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prioritize safety above all operational priorities.
• Operate aircraft in full compliance with schedules and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations.
• Perform all assigned duties in accordance with Company manuals and policies.
• Conduct diligent preflight planning and prepare accurate flight plans.
• Deliver excellent customer service to passengers.
• Ensure aircraft cleanliness and readiness with required safety provisions on board.
• Maintain professional appearance in accordance with Company uniform policy.
• Undertake other duties as assigned by leadership.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Current passport.
• Commercial, multi-engine land license with an instrument airplane rating.
• First-class medical certificate (verified at interview).
• Authorized to work in the United States and able to travel internationally.
• Fluent in English with an English Proficiency Endorsement (EPE).
• Successful completion of a 10-year work history review, criminal history records check, reference check, and national driver’s record check.
• No excessive check ride failures.
• Successful completion of a DOT-required pre-employment drug screen and adherence to FAA/Company random drug and alcohol testing.
• No previous aviation-related accidents or incidents.
• Ability to work safely while adhering to OSHA, EPA, state, and federal regulations.
• Minimum and Recommended Flight Times:
  • Total Time: 500 hours minimum / 1000 hours recommended.
  • Multi-Engine Time: 25 hours minimum / 100 hours recommended.

Required Skills:

• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Professional demeanor with a positive, customer-oriented mindset.
• Ability to perform effectively in fast-paced, stressful situations under tight time constraints.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to lift 75 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Flexible availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must reside within 120 minutes of the assigned base during duty periods.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Starting salary: $36,000 annually, with annual increases up to $44,959.07 based on performance.
• Pay incentives available for additional trips worked or assigned (as outlined in Scheduled Pilot Work Rules).
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Voluntary life insurance (effective the first of the month following hire).
• 401(k) savings plan with a Company match of up to 6%.
• Paid sick leave (up to 56 hours annually, with accrual up to 480 hours).
• Vested vacation hours begin January 1st after the hire date.
• Non-revenue/space available (NRSA) travel privileges on Contour Airlines upon hire and access to MyID Travel after 6 months of service.
• Opportunities for leaves of absence, including medical, parental, and personal leave.