First Officer
Job Overview
This position supports the aircraft Captain by ensuring the safe and timely piloting of the aircraft and performing other aircraft management duties. The First Officer is a critical member of the flight crew, working in close collaboration with the Captain to ensure a smooth and successful flight.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Collaborates with the Captain to meticulously plan each flight, utilizing all applicable weather information and reports in accordance with Company policies, procedures, and Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs).
- Determines that the aircraft is airworthy in accordance with FARs and Company policies and procedures, conducting thorough preflight inspections.
- Ensures, alongside the Captain, that the flight is properly planned and fueled for safe and compliant operations.
- Safely, proficiently, and effectively operates the aircraft during the designated period of duty, adhering to the Captain's instructions, FARs, and Company policies and procedures.
- Maintains a comprehensive working knowledge of the aircraft, FARs governing its operation, and relevant manuals, policies, procedures, and other instructions.
- Notifies crew and passengers of any turbulent weather conditions or other operational factors affecting the flight.
- Completes the load manifest for each flight.
- Contributes to a reliable and on-time operation by assisting the Captain in meeting all report times, departure times, and minimum turn times.
- Assists with and ensures proper handling of aircraft, passengers, baggage, and cargo while at the terminal.
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance according to Company procedures and practices.
- Presents a professional appearance and adheres to the Company uniform dress code.
- Conducts oneself professionally at all times while on duty and observes the Rules of Conduct for all associates as outlined in the Flight Operations Manual, Associate Handbook, and other related policies and procedures.
- Continuously pursues professional training to upgrade performance and abilities.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Company and the Captain.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Education and Experience:
- High School diploma or GED.
- Must meet the minimum requirements for an ATP or RATP certificate.
- ATP written is preferred.
- Must meet the current interview and hiring minimum age and flight hours requirements set by the FAA and Company.
- If a candidate meets the interview minimums, but not the hiring minimums, they will be eligible for hire upon successful completion of the interview process if they:
- Meet the Hiring Minimums within six months of the interview date.
- Have no certificate action since the date of the interview.
- Have no misdemeanors or felonies since the interview date.
- Accept class date within six months of the interview date.
- Preferred Education and Experience:
- Prior customer service experience, preferably in an aviation environment.
- Language Skills:
- Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and understand technical procedures and governmental regulations, often under stressful or emergency situations.
- Ability to effectively present information to and respond to questions from management, dispatch, crew, passengers, air traffic control, and the general public.
- Ability to speak and be understood in English, including shouted verbal commands during emergency situations.
- Reasoning/Problem Solving Ability:
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations with limited standardization.
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- Ability to remain calm, think, and react quickly in all types of emergency situations, including but not limited to: medical emergencies, aircraft decompression, emergency evacuations, fires, security threats, passenger disturbances, turbulence, etc.
- Decision Making & Impact of Errors:
- Makes decisions to support strategic direction.
- Decisions tend to be medium range and of medium significance with moderate consequences, but may in unusual situations be significant and have safety-of-flight consequences.
- Decisions could require additional expenditure of resources if not sound and may impact safety.
- Ability to process information quickly and react in a positive manner during unexpected and/or serious situations.
- Ability to control personal and emotional responses and act appropriately under high levels of stress.
Physical Demands
- Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, squat, and/or crawl.
- Ability to sit without standing for long periods of time.
- Ability to lift or move items at different heights weighing up to 75 pounds.
- Ability to adhere to the visual demands set in the medical standards established by the FAA.
- Ability to hear clearly verbal communications in person, on the telephone, and over a headset with ambient aircraft and passenger noise.
- Possession of the stamina needed to work long days, on sequential days, with frequent change in temperatures, climate, and weather conditions.
- Ability to move about the aircraft and perform all required functions freely, effectively, and quickly in a confined environment.
- Ability to sit in the pilot's seat or assigned jump seat with seatbelt and shoulder harness fastened without any modifications.
Work Environment
- This position requires the ability to work near moving mechanical parts.
- Ability to withstand outdoor weather conditions within an open air hangar and on the flight line for extended periods.
- The noise level may be loud and use of a headset is required.
- Willingness and ability to work extended duty periods on sequential days, as well as a varied schedule, including early morning, nights, overnights, and weekends.
Travel Requirements
- Travel up to 100% of the time, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overnight stays.
- Ability to work extended hours with lack of scheduling control and be ready to report to work with little notice.
- Willingness to relocate based on the Company's operational needs.
Equal Opportunity Employment and Disability Accommodations
Republic Airways is committed to achieving a diverse workforce by providing equal employment opportunities to all Associates and applicants, and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type with regard to any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing applicants and Associates reasonable accommodation to enable the individual to perform the essential duties of the job. If you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources.
About Republic Airways
At Republic Airways, our vision is to be America's regional airline of choice. Each of our 6,000 aviation professionals—whether they work at our corporate headquarters, on the ground at one of our 10 bases, or in the air with our passengers—are responsible for our Company's success. More than that, we're responsible for one another's successes. That's the Republic difference.
Founded in 1974 and headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Republic Airways is one of the largest regional airlines in North America. Republic operates a fleet of 200+ Embraer 170/175 aircraft and offers scheduled passenger service with 900 daily flights to 80+ cities in the U.S. and Canada. Republic offers fixed-fee flights operated under our major airline partner brands of American Eagle, Delta Connection, and United Express.
Beyond our operations, we're focused on sharing our time, talents, and treasures with our community—both locally and globally. Join Republic Airways where you will find opportunities, reach new heights, and be part of something bigger than yourself.