PlaneSense | Pilatus PC12 SET First Officer

Job Summary

PlaneSense is seeking a PC12 First Officer to serve as Second-In-Command of the aircraft, assisting the Captain in all flight operations. This role requires adaptability to a dynamic flight schedule and a comprehensive understanding of aviation regulations, company policies, and specific aircraft systems. The position is based in an active flight environment requiring extensive knowledge of aviation weather and IFR/VFR operations.

About the Role

The First Officer plays a crucial role in ensuring safe and efficient flight operations. Responsibilities include assisting the Captain with weather and NOTAM reviews, validating flight operations center information, ensuring compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) and company policies, conducting preflight aircraft inspections, maintaining aircraft charts and navigation databases, obtaining IFR clearances, handling passenger luggage, and providing exceptional customer service to passengers.

Requirements

• Commercial Pilot Certificate with Single-Engine Land (SEL) and Instrument Rating.
• First or Second Class Medical Certificate.
• 750 hours of total flight time.
• Superior customer service skills.
• Excellent Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) knowledge and superior Basic Instrument (BAI) flying ability.
• A current passport with unrestricted international travel privileges.
• A valid driver’s license.

Highly Qualified Applicants

Candidates with experience in corporate or charter operations (Part 135 or Part 91 Subpart K), familiarity with technically advanced aircraft (TAA), and turbine aircraft time, particularly in the PC-12, are highly desirable. A Bachelor's degree and a demonstrated history of leadership roles in aviation, such as Safety Officer, Lead Flight Instructor, or Chief Pilot, are also considered advantageous. Military-trained pilots, especially those with tactical or mission-oriented backgrounds, are encouraged to apply.

Additional qualifications for highly qualified candidates include:

• FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Single-Engine or Commercial Single-Engine Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating.
• First or Second Class Medical Certificate.
• FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
• 1500 hours of total flight time.
• 1000 hours as Pilot-In-Command (PIC).
• 500 hours in fixed-wing aircraft.
• 500 hours of cross-country flight time.
• 100 hours of instrument flying time.
• 100 hours of night flying time.
• Superior customer service skills.
• Excellent IFR knowledge and superior BAI flying ability.
• A current passport with unrestricted international travel privileges.
• A valid driver’s license.

Computer Skills

• Familiarity with technically advanced aircraft (TAA) and advanced aircraft systems.