First Officer - Challenger 650
About the Company
DC Aviation Al Futtaim, established in 2013, stands as the sole integrated Hangar and VIP lounge facility at DWC. The company is a joint venture of two strong conglomerates and was the first mover based at the newly developed Al-Maktoum International Airport, poised to become the largest airport in the region. Specialising in Charter, FBO, Maintenance, and Aircraft Management services, DC Aviation Al Futtaim is dedicated to delivering excellence across all business aspects with a primary focus on exceeding customer expectations. Having obtained its AOC in 2015, the company's mission is to be the foremost Business Aviation Company in the UAE and the wider region, setting standards and leading the way for others.
About the Role
DC Aviation Al Futtaim is seeking an experienced First Officer for the Challenger 650 aircraft. The successful candidate will possess strong organizational skills and a flexible attitude to deliver solid results under high pressure within the dynamic aviation industry. Excellent customer relationship skills, coupled with cultural awareness and a willingness to work a flexible duty roster, are essential for success within the DCAF team.
Primary Duties
- Executes the orders of the Commander and supports decisions with all available information.
- Submits personal thoughts and recommendations regarding flight conduct.
- Maintains close attention to flight progress to be prepared to take over control at any time.
- Calculates take-off data.
- Familiarises with the technical status of the aircraft.
- Compares the fuel quantity on board with the quantity designated on the OFP and reports discrepancies that could impact the flight.
- Acquires sufficient knowledge concerning the planned route and aerodromes.
- Participates in crew briefings and ensures flight and weather briefings are conducted.
- Checks weather reports and evaluates the weather situation.
- Bears responsibility for familiarising with all documentation and information.
- Checks that required documentation is up to date and performs necessary revisions in coordination with the Commander.
- Reviews the OFP and ATS documents before they are signed by the Commander.
- Ensures that all flight documents are complete and available on board.
- Supports and supplements flight documentation (e.g., OFP, flight log) in cooperation with other flight crew members.
- Assists the Commander in completing flight documents and forwarding them.
Minimum Qualifications
- Holds a valid GCAA or ICAO ATPL/IR (GCAA license preferred).
- Possesses a current Class Rating for Challenger 650.
- Holds a valid Class 1 Medical Certificate.
- Has a minimum of 500 hours total flight time.
- Demonstrates a high level of knowledge regarding international regulations for operating commercial aircraft internationally over land and water.
- Possesses very good knowledge of the English language.
All positions are full-time contracts with permanent residency in Dubai. Applicants must be permanent residents of Dubai or willing to relocate. Candidates should specify the role for which they are qualified; only those meeting the required qualifications will be contacted.