First Officer
Location:
Wilson Air Center Chattanooga (CHA), Chattanooga, TN
Job Category:
Aviation
Requisition Number:
R0033480
Position Overview
McKee Foods, the home of Little Debbie, Drake’s Cakes, and Sunbelt Bakery, is seeking a professional First Officer to join the aviation team. This role serves as a vital partner to the Captain, ensuring safe and efficient flight operations while delivering exceptional service to company employees and guests.
Responsibilities
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Serve as Pilot Monitoring, managing flight instruments, radio communications, and navigation.
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Assist in flight planning, including weather analysis, fuel calculation, and aircraft performance data.
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Ensure compliance with FAA regulations, company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and local airport guidelines.
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Perform comprehensive pre-flight and post-flight inspections.
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Deliver high-quality customer service to all passengers.
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Coordinate ground logistics, including transportation, fueling, and hangar services.
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Maintain accurate aircraft logbooks, flight records, and expense reports.
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Contribute to the Safety Management System (SMS) and participate in company safety meetings.
Compensation and Schedule
Salary:
$98,700 - $133,500 per year (Salaried grade 11 or 13), commensurate with experience and performance. This position is classified as exempt.
Schedule:
1st Shift (Sunday – Friday). Hours vary based on business needs, with an expectation of flying approximately three days per week.
Required Qualifications
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Associate Degree or 2+ years of college education.
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Commercial Pilot Certificate with a Cessna Citation CE 500 SIC Type Rating.
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Minimum 1,500 hours of total flight time.
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At least 1 year of professional pilot experience.
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Proficiency in aviation-related iPad applications and Google Workspace.
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Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, business periodicals, and government regulations.
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Strong verbal and written communication skills and excellent math aptitude.
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In-depth knowledge of business aviation, including FARs and relevant regulations.
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Physical ability to lift 15–50 pounds regularly and occasionally in excess of 75 pounds.
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Possession of required close and distance vision abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
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Four-year college degree.
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100 hours of jet experience in aircraft of similar category, class, and type to McKee Foods’ fleet.
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Experience operating within a structured crew environment.
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Cessna Citation CE 500 and EMB 145 Type Ratings.
Benefits
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Competitive weekly pay and profit-sharing cash bonus program.
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401(k) with company matching.
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25 days of Paid Time Off (inclusive of vacation, holidays, sick, and personal time).
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Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
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Life insurance and company-paid short-term and long-term disability.
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Fully-paid parental leave and mental wellness counseling.
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Access to on-site health center, pharmacy, and exercise facilities.
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Tuition reimbursement and credit union access.
McKee Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer.