First Officer (G-IV or G450)
Requisition ID:
2026-5719
Category:
Flight Deck
Location:
United States (Remote/Home Based)
Position Type:
Permanent Full-Time
Position Overview
Vista America is seeking professional, solution-oriented First Officers to serve as brand ambassadors while delivering luxury aviation services. Reporting to the Flight Operations Manager, successful candidates will join a global team committed to professional growth, including advancement to larger aircraft and leadership roles.
Compensation and Benefits
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Year 1 guaranteed base pay: $98,100 (G-IV / G450)
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Additional compensation: Extra day pay, total flight hour incentives, and paid training days
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Retention bonuses awarded after 3, 6, and 9 years of service
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Per diem: $75 (domestic) / $120 (international) per day
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Flexible vacation options or an in-lieu of vacation bonus of $10,000
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Comprehensive benefits: Premium health, dental, and vision programs
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Retirement: 401K program with company match and no vesting period
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Logistics: Company-provided phone, credit card, and uniforms; hotel and travel points; positive space travel for schedule start and end dates
Quality of Life and Operational Support
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Home basing with a stable 15/13 schedule published 12 months in advance
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Training schedules provided 6 months in advance
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Fleet progression programs allowing for seniority retention
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Continuous support via 24/7 access to pilot leadership and the Operational Control Center
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Robust safety infrastructure, including a "Just" Culture, safety management systems, and a fatigue management program
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Advanced maintenance and aircraft refurbishment support teams
Minimum Qualifications
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ATP Certificate
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2,000 hours total fixed-wing time
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750 hours Pilot-in-Command (PIC)
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250 hours multi-engine time
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Jet experience (required)
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G-IV or G450 type rating (preferred)
Candidate Requirements
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Current First Class Medical Certificate
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No more than 2 checkride failures
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No accidents, incidents, or FAA enforcement actions within the last 5 years
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Compliance with ICAO Annex 1-2.1.10 regarding international commercial air transport operations
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Authorization to work in the United States
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Unrestricted authorization to travel to and from all served cities and countries
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Recent flight experience: 150 hours in the previous 365 days and 30 hours in the previous 90 days
Equal Opportunity Statement
The affiliated operating partners of Vista America are equal employment opportunity employers and do not discriminate against any applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. All individuals hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States upon hire.