First Officer
Posted 53 days ago
First Officer
Posted 53 days ago
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Date Posted
July 19, 2026
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Location
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Job Category
Airline
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Job Type
Full Time
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Certificate Required
ATP
Description
Position Summary
The First Officer supports safe and efficient airline operations by serving as Second-in-Command in accordance with FAA regulations, company procedures, and operational standards. The First Officer assists the Captain in all phases of flight and is prepared to assume command responsibilities if required.
Responsibilities
• Serve as Second-in-Command (SIC) in accordance with company standardization procedures.
• Assist the Captain in safe and compliant flight operations.
• Call the Captain’s attention to any deviation from regulations, company policies, or safe operating practices.
• Comply with FAA regulations, company procedures, and operational directives.
• Assist with preflight preparation and planning.
• Perform visual preflight inspections prior to each flight.
• Perform visual post-flight inspections after each flight.
• Assume Captain responsibilities if the Captain becomes incapacitated.
• Perform additional duties as directed by the Captain.
• Take appropriate action to resolve situations that may compromise safety or compliance.
Requirements
• Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument and Multi-Engine Ratings.
• Ability to obtain FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
• Ability to obtain a valid Passport.
• Ability to obtain FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
• Must meet ATP or Restricted ATP minimum qualification requirements.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to pass fingerprint-based criminal history records check and pre-employment drug screening.
Preferred Qualifications
• Not specified.
Benefits
• Travel privileges on the American Airlines global network.
• Vacation benefits.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Profit-sharing opportunities.
• Bonus opportunities.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• AD&D insurance.
• Short-term disability insurance.
• Long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Compensation
• See employer pay scale and compensation calculator.
Aircraft
• CRJ Series Aircraft
