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Second in Command (SIC) - Learjet 60

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Aircraft type

Learjet60

Areas of operation

United States

Job Description

About the Company Jetvia has provided executive jet charter services for over 35 years, built on safety, dependability and transparency, and prides itself on a refined travel experience that prioritises the security and time of every guest. The company supports its team members first so they are empowered to deliver exceptional service, and operates with an ownership mindset in which accountability is the standard and egos are left at the door. Role Overview Jetvia is recruiting Learjet 60 co-pilots and welcomes qualified candidates from across the continental United States. The operation uses a 15/13 schedule, with airlining on days 1 and 15 and rotating holidays. This is a home-based position with no relocation required, but candidates must live within driving distance of a Jetvia crew base. Key Responsibilities Take direction from the Pilot in Command on all flights Ensure safe operation of the aircraft during taxi, take-off and landing per FAA guidelines and Jetvia Standard Operating Procedures Assist in flight planning, including reviewing weather at the destination, en route and at alternate airports Conduct thorough pre-flight inspections Serve as Ground Security Coordinator Maintain a high level of professionalism as a Jetvia representative to executive clients and other charter operators Present a well-groomed, professional appearance at all times Perform other duties as assigned Licences & Qualifications Commercial multi-engine pilot licence First Class Medical Certificate High school diploma or equivalent Preferred: Learjet 60 type rating and a bachelor's degree Preferred: working knowledge of the Federal Aviation Regulations applicable to FAR Part 135 Experience 1,000 hours total time 50 hours turbine time Preferred: 200 hours multi-engine time Requirements Well organised, detail oriented and able to multitask Excellent time management and customer relations skills Physically able to perform all duties related to aircraft operation and passenger service Able to work varying hours including days, nights, weekends and rotating holidays Must live within driving distance of a Jetvia crew base: ATL, AUS, BNA, BOS, BWI, CLT, DAL, DCA, DEN, DFW, ELP, EWR, FLL, HOU, IAD, IAH, JFK, LAS, LAX, LGA, MDW, MIA, MSP, OAK, ORD, PBI, PHL, PHX, SAT, SEA, SFO, SLC, STL Compensation SIC 15/13 schedule: base salary $40,000 per year; per diem $12,000 per year; crew meal allowance $10,800; year 1 nautical mile pay $0.21 per NM; monthly guarantee 7,100 NM; overtime $500 per day plus applicable NM pay; training pay $250 per training day. Overall earning opportunity: PIC $160,050.33 to $228,951.34; SIC $83,653.28 to $117,830.15. Per diem, crew meal allowances and nautical mile pay are paid in accordance with Jetvia compensation policies. What We Offer 401(k): safe harbour match of dollar for dollar up to 3% of pay and 50 cents on the dollar for the next 2%; employees may enrol on the first of any month and are immediately 100% vested in all matching contributions Medical: three plan options, including a 100% employer-paid High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), an 85% employer-paid PPO plan and Texas-based HMO plans Other insurance: dental, vision and life insurance included in the complete insurance package Time off: paid time off to support work-life balance Salaries competitive with the geographies where employees are based

Requirements

  • Take direction from the Pilot in Command on all flights
  • Ensure safe operation of the aircraft during taxi, take-off and landing per FAA guidelines and Jetvia Standard Operating Procedures
  • Assist in flight planning, including reviewing weather at the destination, en route and at alternate airports
  • Conduct thorough pre-flight inspections
  • Serve as Ground Security Coordinator
  • Maintain a high level of professionalism as a Jetvia representative to executive clients and other charter operators
  • Present a well-groomed, professional appearance at all times
  • Perform other duties as assigned
  • Commercial multi-engine pilot licence
  • First Class Medical Certificate
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Preferred: Learjet 60 type rating and a bachelor's degree
  • Preferred: working knowledge of the Federal Aviation Regulations applicable to FAR Part 135
  • 1,000 hours total time
  • 50 hours turbine time
  • Preferred: 200 hours multi-engine time
  • Well organised, detail oriented and able to multitask
  • Excellent time management and customer relations skills
  • Physically able to perform all duties related to aircraft operation and passenger service
  • Able to work varying hours including days, nights, weekends and rotating holidays
  • Must live within driving distance of a Jetvia crew base: ATL, AUS, BNA, BOS, BWI, CLT, DAL, DCA, DEN, DFW, ELP, EWR, FLL, HOU, IAD, IAH, JFK, LAS, LAX, LGA, MDW, MIA, MSP, OAK, ORD, PBI, PHL, PHX, SAT, SEA, SFO, SLC, STL
  • 401(k): safe harbour match of dollar for dollar up to 3% of pay and 50 cents on the dollar for the next 2%; employees may enrol on the first of any month and are immediately 100% vested in all matching contributions
  • Medical: three plan options, including a 100% employer-paid High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), an 85% employer-paid PPO plan and Texas-based HMO plans
  • Salaries competitive with the geographies where employees are based

Benefits

  • Other insurance: dental, vision and life insurance included in the complete insurance package
  • Time off: paid time off to support work-life balance