About the role
Description
Position Summary
The First Officer is primarily responsible for safe and efficient ground and in-flight operations of the aircraft. A successful First Officer will exceed our customers’ expectations while maintaining clear and effective communication with Leadership, Team Members and dispatch.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Administratively responsible to the Chief Pilot.
- Primarily responsible for safe and efficient ground and in-flight operation of the aircraft.
- Anticipate our customers’ needs and strive to exceed their expectations.
- Comply with FAA regulations, Thrive’s GOM, Operational Specifications, and adhere to department operating procedures.
- Maintain communications and coordination with assigned crew, dispatch, maintenance, and administration.
- Other duties as assigned by management or senior leadership.
Requirements
Experience & Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: 1,000 hours of Fixed Wing Total Time
500 hours of PIC Total Time
Valid US Passport (must not be expired)
Commercial Pilot Certificate with Multi/Instrument Rating
FCC Radio License
Current, valid FAA First Class Medical Certificate
- The ability to communicate effectively.
- Eligible to fly internationally into any country or jurisdiction without restrictions
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and willing to take on new challenges as the company grows.
- Live within 2 hours of KLAS or one of Thrive Aviation’s remote Crew Bases
Preferred Qualifications (in addition to Thrive Aviation’s minimum qualification requirements for this position as listed above):
1,500+ hours of Fixed Wing Total Time
50+ hours of Multi-Engine Time
500 hours of Total Turbine Time
Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate
Previous experience in Corporate Aviation/Part 135 Charter
Current type rating for aircraft within our fleet.
Physical Requirements
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform required duties.
- Must have and maintain FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
- Must be able to maintain the seated position in a small space for an extended period.
Work Environment
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee will encounter while in a Flight Crew position.
- The work is typically done while sitting for a long period of time.
- Employee will interact with the customer and other flight crew in a small space.
- Employee may be required to spend several days/weeks away from home each week while working.
- Employee may have irregular hours and be called to fly or notified of canceled flights with little notice.