Republic Airways | First Officer

Republic Airways Inc. is seeking a First Officer (FO) for commercial airline operations in Carmel, Indiana. This role supports the Captain in ensuring the safe, compliant, and punctual operation of flights, encompassing flight planning, aircraft management, and passenger services.

About the Role

The First Officer serves as a critical member of the flight crew, assisting the Captain in all aspects of flight operations. Key responsibilities include conducting thorough flight planning, assessing weather and fuel requirements, ensuring aircraft airworthiness through meticulous checks, and performing preflight inspections. The FO actively participates in aircraft operation, manages load documentation, and coordinates effectively with passengers, baggage handlers, cargo teams, crew members, dispatchers, and air traffic control. This position demands adherence to professional standards, continuous professional development, and the capability to manage emergencies with composure and efficiency. A commitment to extensive travel, variable schedules, extended duty periods, and potential relocation based on operational demands is essential.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the Captain in piloting the aircraft safely and efficiently.
• Conduct flight planning, incorporating weather information and company procedures.
• Determine aircraft airworthiness and complete preflight inspections.
• Ensure flights are properly planned and fueled in coordination with the Captain.
• Operate the aircraft safely and effectively under the Captain's instruction and regulatory guidelines.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of aircraft equipment and governing regulations.
• Communicate operational information to crew and passengers.
• Complete load manifests for all flights.
• Assist with report times, departure times, and turn times to ensure operational punctuality.
• Facilitate proper handling of the aircraft, passengers, baggage, and cargo at the terminal.
• Maintain regular attendance, professional appearance, and adhere to company policies.
• Engage in continuous professional training to enhance performance.
• Support Republic Airways' core values and culture.
• Undertake other duties as assigned by the Company or Captain.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must meet current FAA and Company minimum age and flight-hour requirements.
• Must meet minimum requirements for an ATP or RATP certificate.
• ATP written examination is preferred.
• Prior customer service experience, especially in an aviation environment, is preferred.
• Must pass an FAA-required 10-year employment history review, criminal background, and fingerprint checks.
• Must pass FAA- and Company-mandated drug and alcohol testing.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid US passport or foreign passport.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to travel into and out of the country.
• Proficiency in quickly reading, analyzing, interpreting, and understanding technical procedures and government regulations.
• Effective communication skills with management, dispatch, crew, passengers, air traffic control, and the public.
• Fluency in English, including the ability to speak and be understood, and to shout emergency commands.
• Demonstrated practical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, and schedule-based instructions.
• Capacity to remain calm and react quickly during emergencies and abnormal situations (e.g., medical, decompression, fire, security threats, turbulence).
• Ability to make sound decisions under pressure and control emotional responses.
• Physical requirements include climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, squatting, crawling, sitting for extended periods, operating emergency equipment with force up to 70 lbs, moving a flight bag up to 40 lbs, lifting carry-on luggage up to 35 lbs above shoulders, meeting FAA visual and hearing standards, moving freely in confined aircraft environments, and sitting with restraints fastened.
• Tolerance for moving mechanical parts, outdoor weather, loud noise, extended duty periods, early mornings, nights, weekends, climate changes, and up to 100% travel (including holidays and overnights).
• Readiness to report with little notice and willingness to relocate based on Company operational needs.