First Officer - Embark on a Journey of Excellence
Republic Airways is seeking highly motivated and skilled individuals to join our team as First Officers. As a vital member of our flight crew, the First Officer plays an integral role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our aircraft and delivering an exceptional travel experience for our passengers.
Responsibilities:
The First Officer provides unwavering support to the Captain by:
- Meticulously planning flights: Utilizing weather information, company policies, and Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) to ensure safe and efficient operations.
- Maintaining aircraft airworthiness: Conducting thorough preflight inspections and adhering to FARs and company procedures.
- Ensuring proper flight planning: Collaborating with the Captain to optimize fuel efficiency and adhere to safety regulations.
- Executing safe and efficient flights: Operating the aircraft under the Captain's guidance, following FARs and company protocols.
- Demonstrating comprehensive knowledge: Maintaining a thorough understanding of aircraft systems, FARs, manuals, policies, and procedures.
- Communicating effectively: Keeping the crew and passengers informed of any weather conditions or operational factors affecting the flight.
- Managing flight documentation: Completing load manifests accurately for each flight.
- Promoting operational excellence: Assisting the Captain in achieving on-time performance by meeting report, departure, and turn-around times.
- Ensuring seamless ground operations: Assisting with the safe and efficient handling of aircraft, passengers, baggage, and cargo at the terminal.
- Maintaining professionalism: Adhering to company dress code, Rules of Conduct, and exhibiting a professional demeanor at all times.
- Embracing continuous improvement: Pursuing professional development opportunities to enhance performance and abilities.
- Performing additional duties: As assigned by the Captain and the Company.
Qualifications:
- High School diploma or GED.
- Meet the minimum requirements for an ATP or RATP certificate (ATP written preferred).
- Meet the current interview and hiring minimum age and flight hour requirements set by the FAA and Republic Airways.
- Prior customer service experience, preferably in an aviation environment is a plus.
Required Skills & Abilities:
- Exceptional communication skills: Ability to effectively read, analyze, interpret, and understand technical procedures and governmental regulations.
- Critical thinking & problem-solving: Demonstrated ability to solve practical problems, handle variables in dynamic situations, and interpret complex instructions.
- Decisive and calm under pressure: Capacity to remain composed, think clearly, and react swiftly during emergencies, including medical situations, aircraft decompression, evacuations, security threats, and passenger disturbances.
- Sound judgement & situational awareness: Ability to make informed decisions, considering potential consequences and safety implications.
- Physical agility & stamina: Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, lift up to 75 pounds, and work in confined spaces. Must meet FAA's visual and hearing standards and be able to withstand extended periods in various weather conditions.
This is an opportunity to join a team of dedicated aviation professionals and be part of a company that values safety, excellence, and personal growth. If you are passionate about aviation and possess the required skills and experience, we encourage you to apply.
Republic Airways offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and the opportunity to travel extensively. This position may require relocation based on operational needs.
Republic Airways is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are dedicated to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.