Republic Airways | First Officer

This job advertisement seeks a qualified pilot to support aircraft Captains in ensuring safe and timely aircraft operations. The role involves performing various aircraft management duties and contributing to efficient flight operations. The position is based at an unspecified location and pertains to general aviation roles.

About the Role

The First Officer (FO) plays a crucial role in supporting the Captain to ensure the safe and punctual operation of aircraft. Key responsibilities include flight planning, pre-flight inspections, aircraft operation, and maintaining knowledge of regulations and equipment. The FO also contributes to passenger and crew communication, load manifest completion, and assists with ground operations to ensure reliable and on-time performance. Professional conduct, adherence to company policies, and continuous professional development are essential aspects of this position.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Must meet the minimum requirements for an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) or Restricted Airline Transport Pilot (RATP) certificate.
• ATP written exam completion is preferred.
• Must meet current interview and hiring minimum age and flight hour requirements set by the FAA and the Company.
• Candidates interviewing with interview minimums but not hiring minimums may be eligible for hire if they meet hiring minimums within six months of the interview date, have no certificate action since the interview, possess stable employment history, and accept a class date within six months of the interview.
• Ability to pass an FAA-required 10-year work history review and criminal background and fingerprint checks.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid US passport or foreign passport.
• Authorization to work in the United States and ability to travel internationally.
• Must submit to and be able to pass FAA and Company mandated drug and alcohol tests.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and governmental regulations, often under stressful conditions.
• Ability to effectively present information 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 shouting verbal commands during emergencies.
• Ability to solve practical problems and interpret multiple instructions furnished in various forms.
• Capability to remain calm, think, and react quickly in emergency situations.
• Ability to make decisions supporting strategic direction with potential medium-range and medium-significance consequences, including safety-of-flight considerations.
• Capability to process information quickly, react positively in unexpected or serious situations, and control personal and emotional responses under high stress.
• Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, squat, and/or crawl.
• Ability to sit for extended periods without standing.
• Physical strength to reach and operate emergency equipment and exits using necessary movements and force up to 70 pounds.
• Capability to move objects up to 40 pounds (e.g., flight bag).
• Capability to lift objects above shoulders up to 35 pounds (e.g., passenger carry-on luggage).
• Adherence to visual demands set in FAA medical standards.
• Ability to hear clearly verbal communications in various environments.
• Stamina to work long days, sequential days, with frequent changes in temperature, climate, and weather conditions.
• Ability to move freely, effectively, and quickly within the aircraft in confined spaces.
• Ability to sit in a pilot's seat or assigned jump seat with seatbelt and shoulder harness fastened without modification.
• Ability to work near moving mechanical parts.
• Ability to withstand outdoor weather conditions in an open-air hangar and on the flight line for extended periods.
• Willingness and ability to work extended duty periods on sequential days, including a varied schedule with early mornings, nights, overnights, and weekends.
• Ability to travel up to 100% of the time, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overnight stays.
• Ability to work extended hours with limited scheduling control and report to work with little notice.
• Willingness to relocate based on Company operational needs.

Qualifications

• Prior customer service experience, preferably in an aviation environment, is preferred.