JetBlue Airways is seeking a qualified First Officer to join its operations team in Orlando, FL. This role supports the Captain in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of turbojet aircraft, upholding JetBlue's commitment to inspiring humanity through its core values.
About the Role
The First Officer plays a critical role in assisting the Pilot in Command with the safe and consistent execution of flights. This position is integral to providing a positive JetBlue experience for customers and fellow crewmembers, embodying the company's core values of Safety, Caring, Integrity, Passion, and Fun. The First Officer must maintain compliance with all applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) and JetBlue Airways policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
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Assist the Captain in ensuring the safe outcome of each flight in accordance with all Federal Aviation Regulations and Company policies, procedures, and risk controls.
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Safely operate the aircraft in accordance with all Federal Aviation Regulations and Company policies and procedures.
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Provide an excellent customer experience and uphold JetBlue's values.
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Collaborate with fellow JetBlue Crewmembers and/or Business Partners to proactively solve customer and operational challenges.
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Maintain skills, training, and qualifications in accordance with all Federal Aviation Regulations and Company policies and procedures.
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Identify and recall JetBlue’s Safety Management System (SMS), Safety Policy, Security Policy, and behavioral standards.
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Identify and report safety and security concerns, issues, incidents, or hazards using JetBlue’s confidential reporting systems (Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) and Safety Action Report (SAR)).
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Adhere to JetBlue Flight Crewmember Uniform Appearance Standards.
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Work varying schedules, including reserve duty, weekends, evenings, holidays, and last-minute assignments.
Requirements
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High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Diploma.
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Valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate with airplane category and multiengine class ratings (Unrestricted).
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1500 hours Total Time (TT), with a minimum of 500 hours in fixed-wing airplanes.
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Current FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
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Valid Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radiotelephone Operator's Permit.
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Possession of a U.S. passport or a U.S. permanent residence card with a foreign passport and applicable visas for unrestricted entry and exit to all JetBlue destinations. Passports must have a minimum of six (6) months validity remaining at the time of application and throughout all phases of training and employment.
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Three reference letters from Pilots who can personally attest to the candidate's flying skills.
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Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat Reader, and proficiency with web browsers, including iOS.
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Excellent communication skills.
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Complete and continuous fluency in written and spoken English.
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Ability to think creatively, solve problems, and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills.
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Knowledge of basic computer and electronic tablet devices.
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Ability to read and comprehend required manuals.
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Ability to work as a team to deliver the JetBlue Experience.
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Possess and maintain a valid United States Driver’s License and a driving record that complies with JetBlue Insurance Standards.
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Must pass a ten (10) year background check and pre-employment drug test.
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Must be legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located; authorization to work in the US is required and is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
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Bachelor's Degree.
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Letters of recommendation from current JetBlue Pilots.
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3500 hours or more in total flight time in aircraft (including turbine helicopter, excluding simulator and Flight Engineer).
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Greater than 1,000 hours turbine Pilot in Command (PIC) (Fixed wing).
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Greater than 1,000 hours in aircraft utilizing Electronic Flight Instrument Systems (EFIS) and/or Flight Management Systems (FMS).
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Recent flying experience (Greater than 200 hours within the last 12 months).