NetJets Aviation, Inc. | First Officer

NetJets Aviation, Inc. is seeking a First Officer to join their crewmember team. This role will primarily support operations across the Midwest Region of the United States, with specific locations including North Dakota, Minnesota, Illinois, Kansas, Tennessee, Wisconsin, Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Nebraska, West Virginia, Iowa, and Kentucky. The First Officer is responsible for ensuring the safe and superior air transportation experience for NetJets Owners and passengers.

About the Role

The First Officer serves as a vital member of the flight crew, responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the aircraft. Beyond piloting duties, this position encompasses providing an exceptional, concierge-level service experience for all passengers. This includes pre-flight introductions and briefings, in-flight service, baggage handling, and acting as the primary liaison between passengers and NetJets throughout their journey. The First Officer must maintain a professional demeanor at all times and be prepared to handle diverse passenger needs, including those with pets and smokers. They are the final authority on their aircraft and are responsible for communicating any maintenance discrepancies.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Written FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) knowledge.
• First Class Medical Certificate.
• FCC Restricted Radio Operator's Permit.
• Valid passport and authorization to work in the U.S., with unrestricted international travel.
• Ability to work varying hours, including days, nights, weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
• Extreme flexibility and the ability to adapt to rapid changes.
• Capability to manage personal rest to ensure readiness for flight duty.
• Willingness to undertake duty periods of up to fourteen hours per day for up to eight days, potentially spanning different time zones and varying weather conditions.
• Ability to be away from home for seven or more consecutive days and nights, including overnight stays in hotels.
• Must be able to secure appropriate airport authority and/or US Customs security badges.
• Must pass Transportation Security Administration required background screening.
• Valid State driver's license.
• Must be able to read, write, fluently speak, and understand the English language.
• Service-oriented with a neat, well-groomed appearance and the ability to make a positive impression.
• Strong capability to effectively interact with passengers.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, particularly under pressure.
• Ability to make quick and accurate decisions while paying close attention to detail, both technically and from a passenger-service perspective.
• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Willingness to work around animals, including handling and care.

Qualifications

• FAA ATP, Restricted ATP (R-ATP), or meet the requirements for FAA ATP or Restricted ATP (R-ATP) certificate with a multi-engine rating.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Minimum flight time experience:
  • 1,500 hours total flight time; or
  • 1,250 hours with an appropriate university R-ATP certificate; or
  • 1,000 hours with military pilot qualification; or
  • 1,000 hours with an appropriate university R-ATP certificate.
• Minimum specific flight experience:
  • 200 hours cross-country flight time (>50 nm).
  • 250 hours fixed-wing Pilot in Command (PIC).
  • 100 hours of night flying, or 75 hours with ≥45 night takeoffs and landings.
  • 75 hours of instrument time (actual or simulated in-flight, excluding simulator time).
  • 50 hours fixed-wing, multi-engine time.
• ATP written examination completed prior to the start of Indoctrination Training.
• Current FAA First-Class Medical certificate.