Job Profile
Vista America invites highly experienced aviation professionals who demonstrate a profound understanding of essential flight commands and procedures, such as "WINDS 160 AT 7, RNAV TO TTAPS, CLEARED FOR TAKEOFF RWY 15L," to apply for the position of First Officer.
The First Officer is expected to embody the pinnacle of service and operational excellence, acting as a crucial problem-solver and a dedicated brand ambassador. This role involves delivering iconic, luxury service to passengers as part of a supportive global team, reporting directly to the Flight Operations Manager.
Vista America is committed to fostering career growth and advancement, offering pathways to larger aircraft and leadership opportunities within its esteemed team. As an operating partner of Vista, the world's leading global business aviation company, Vista America has set new benchmarks in business aviation services throughout the United States.
Exceptional Compensation and Benefits
Vista America values its flight crew, offering a competitive compensation package that includes:
- A guaranteed first-year base salary for Gulfstream 450 pilots of $98,100.
- Additional incentives such as extra day pay, total flight hour bonuses, and paid training days.
- Generous retention bonuses awarded after 3, 6, and 9 years of dedicated service.
- Per diem allowances of $75 for domestic travel and $120 for international travel.
- A flexible vacation policy offering a choice between dedicated vacation time, in addition to the stable 15/13 schedule, or a $10,000 in-lieu-of-vacation bonus.
Unparalleled Quality of Life
Recognizing the importance of work-life balance, First Officers benefit from exceptional quality of life provisions:
- Home-based position: Offering unparalleled flexibility.
- Predictable Scheduling: A stable 15/13 work schedule, planned 12 months in advance, with training scheduled 6 months ahead.
- Career Progression: Opportunities to advance through the fleet while retaining seniority within the company.
- Robust Support System: 24/7/365 access to pilot leadership, chief pilots, Flight Operations Managers (FOMs), and Director of Operations (DO), alongside day-to-day operational support from the Operational Control Center.
- Commitment to Safety: A comprehensive Safety Management System and "Just" Culture, supported by dedicated safety managers and fleet coordinators, alongside a robust Fatigue Management program.
- Superior Training: Investment in pilot training that exceeds FAA and industry standards, fostering disciplined and consistent flight operations.
- Operational Excellence: Support from mobile response maintenance teams and an aircraft refurbishment program.
- Travel & Wellness: Hotel and travel points, positive space seating for travel on the first and last day of schedule, and premium health, dental, and vision insurance programs.
- Comprehensive Perks: Company-provided phone, credit card, and uniform, along with a 401K program featuring a company match and no vesting period.
Minimum Qualifications (Gulfstream 450)
- ATP Certificate
- Typed in aircraft (preferred)
- 2,000 hours fixed-wing time
- 750 hours PIC
- 250 hours multi-engine
- Jet experience (required)
General Pilot Requirements
- Current First Class Medical Certificate
- No accidents, incidents, or FAA enforcement actions in the last 5 years
- Meets the requirements of ICAO Annex 1-2.1.10 as it pertains to aircraft engaged in international commercial air transport operations with more than one pilot
- Authorization to work in the United States
- Authorization to travel to/from all cities/countries served without restrictions
- 150 hours flight time in the previous 365 days / 30 hours in the previous 90 days