Haute Aviation | BD-700 First Officer

About the Role

Haute Aviation is seeking a qualified First Officer to join its expanding operations based in Switzerland. This role offers an exciting opportunity within the premium segment of European business aviation, contributing to a professional and dynamic team managing a diverse fleet.

About Haute Aviation

Haute Aviation is a distinguished business aviation company with Air Operator Certificates in both Switzerland and Austria. The company manages a growing fleet, including aircraft such as the Pilatus PC-12 PRO, Pilatus PC-12 NGX, Embraer Phenom 300E, Bombardier Global Express, Dassault Falcon 2000LXS, and Dassault Falcon 6X, alongside the Bell 407 GXP helicopter. Operating from bases in Zug, Gstaad, and Salzburg, Haute Aviation is dedicated to delivering high-quality, reliable, and personalised charter and aircraft management services, underpinned by a culture of operational excellence, transparency, discretion, and a passion for aviation.

Purpose

The First Officer will be expected to uphold the highest standards of flying proficiency, safety, and situational awareness. This includes the consistent application of Crew Resource Management (CRM) and Threat and Error Management (TEM), demonstrating strong airmanship, sound decision-making, and effective teamwork. Continuous learning and professional development are essential, alongside strict adherence to Haute Aviation’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and the delivery of exceptional customer service with absolute discretion.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain currency with all applicable regulations, standards, and aviation best practices.
• Adhere strictly to operational procedures and checklists as defined in the Operations Manual.
• Uphold the highest level of professionalism and safety awareness during all flight operations.
• Collaborate effectively with flight crew members, ground personnel, and operational teams.
• Support the safe, efficient, and customer-focused operation of the aircraft.
• Promptly provide requested documentation to competent authorities.
• Submit relevant documentation through NP Flight Operations for forwarding to the appropriate authority.

Requirements

• EASA Frozen ATPL or a higher qualification.
• A minimum of 1,500 hours of total flight time.
• Good knowledge of business aviation operations.
• Strong administrative skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.

Qualifications (Advantageous)

• BD700 type rating.
• At least 500 hours on the Global or a comparable aircraft type.

Additional Information

• Applicants must possess the right to work in Switzerland or the European Union.
• Applications require a cover letter detailing how administrative skills contribute to efficient aircraft operations.
• Roster: 17 days on / 13 days off.
• Start date: By mutual agreement.
• Successful candidates will be required to complete a full pre-employment assessment in accordance with EASA requirements.