First Officer

First Officer

National Airlines, based in Orlando, FL, operates passenger charter service as well as customized military and commercial air cargo carriages worldwide. National Airlines specializes in over-sized, time sensitive, and special handling requirements, utilizing 747-400 and A-330 aircraft to accomplish its missions.

Home Based

Flight Operations

Chief Pilot

Exempt

National First Officers, also known as second-in-command (SIC), report to the Chief Pilot and are functionally responsible to the Pilot in Command (PIC) of the flight to which they are assigned. The First Officer plays a vital component in the safe operation of National aircraft by assisting the captain in accordance with all Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR's) and company policies and procedures. First Officers are expected to exercise responsibilities in a manner that promotes teamwork, professionalism, and mentorship.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Must be thoroughly familiar with and adhere to instructions and procedures contained in the applicable company operational manuals.
• Responsible for compliance with all regulations promulgated by both the FAA, foreign aviation authority if applicable, and the Company for the conduct of the flight.
• Responsible for compliance with all clearances and directives issued by valid controlling agencies, i.e., Air Traffic Control (ATC), and Ground Control, etc.
• Is considered to be in training for upgrading to Captain. Must take advantage of all Captain instructions and information available to prepare accordingly through observing closely the standard in-flight operating procedures and other techniques used by Captains during flight.
• Ensures necessary forms and flight deck supplies are adequately stocked and available to the crew prior to each flight.
• Performs the duties of a Relief Officer on a crew of 3 or more Pilots
• Additional responsibilities may be found in National Airlines' General Operations Manual.

Qualifications:

• Hold a current and unrestricted ATP certificate with an airplane category multi-engine class rating and English proficiency endorsement.
• Hold a current FAA First Class medical Certificate.
• Hold and FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
• Hold a valid U.S. passport with no restrictions on international travel.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Have a minimum of 2,200 required
• Have a minimum of 500 hours of turbine time.
• Minimum age of 23 (All National pilots are subject to FAA 121 mandatory retirement regulations). Note: ATP issued with a CIRC APCH-VMC Only limitation is acceptable.
• Current and qualified operating in Part 121, 135 or 91 environments. (Preferred)

Supervisory Responsibility: No

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

National Air Cargo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, Protected Veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions or other conditions of employment or career development. We take affirmative steps to hire and advance females, racial minorities, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. We offer Reasonable Accommodations where necessary to candidates for employment and to our qualified employees with disabilities.

National Airlines also expects all our employees to support and promote our Safety Management System (SMS) Safety Policy and Safety Objectives. Employees at all levels of the organization are encouraged to report safety concerns or hazards without fear of reprisal.