Pilot (First Officer) - Midwest Region

About the role

NetJets, the global private aviation leader for more than 60 years, provides the pinnacle of private travel, defined by a signature commitment to unwavering safety, personalized service, and reliable global access. The Pilot is responsible for delivering a superior air transportation experience with an unmatched safety record on every flight. As the face of NetJets, the Pilot ensures technically accurate and safe transportation while providing an exceptional, concierge-level service experience for every NetJets Owner and passenger. The role requires balancing multiple responsibilities, from professional aviator to in-flight service provider, while maintaining full command of the aircraft and a professional demeanor at all times.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate the aircraft from taxi, take-off, and landing per FAA guidelines, OEM checklists, NetJets Flight Operations Manual (FOM), Aircraft Operating Manual (AOM), and Standard Operating Practices (SOPs).
• Greet Owners/passengers pre-flight, provide introductions, brief them on the flight/trip, verify itineraries, offer weather updates, deliver safety briefings, and communicate any itinerary changes.
• Deliver in-flight service, including handling alcohol and catering.
• Load and properly stow all baggage as needed.
• Conduct flights for Owners with pets and those who smoke.
• Act as the final authority on the aircraft for all areas of operation, ensuring compliance with all applicable safety and regulatory guidance.
• Serve as a liaison between Owners/passengers and NetJets from arrival at the FBO until safe departure at the final destination.
• Communicate maintenance abnormalities or discrepancies to the Maintenance Control Center (MCC) and complete associated paperwork.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, depending on the specific role or trip requirements.

Requirements

• FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP), Restricted ATP, or meet the requirements for FAA ATP or Restricted ATP (R-ATP) certificate with multi-engine rating as follows (IAW 61.160):
  • At least 21 years of age
  • 1,500 hours total flight time experience or
  • 1,250 hours with appropriate university R-ATP certificate or
  • 1,000 hours with military pilot qualification or
  • 1,000 hours with appropriate university R-ATP certificate
  • 200 hours cross-country (>50 nm) flight time
  • 250 hours fixed-wing PIC
  • 100 hours of night flying, or 75 hours with ≥45 night takeoffs and landings
  • 75 hours of instrument time (actual or simulated in-flight, excludes simulator time)
  • ATP written exam completed prior to start of Indoctrination Training
  • 50 hours fixed-wing, multi-engine time
• Current FAA First-Class Medical certificate
• FCC Restricted Radio Operator’s Permit
• Valid passport with authorization to work in the U.S. and unrestricted international travel
• Ability to work varying hours, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Extreme flexibility to adjust to rapid changes in schedules and conditions
• Ability to manage rest to remain prepared for flight duty during tours lasting up to fourteen hours per day for up to eight days, spanning different time zones and extreme weather conditions
• Ability to be away from home for seven or more consecutive days and nights, staying in hotels
• Ability to secure appropriate airport authority and/or U.S. Customs security badges
• Ability to pass Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background screening
• Valid U.S. state driver’s license
• Fluency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English
• Service-oriented with a neat, well-groomed appearance and strong passenger-interaction skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, especially under pressure
• Ability to make quick, accurate decisions with close attention to technical and passenger-service details
• Physical ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 30 pounds frequently, and 10 pounds constantly to move objects
• Ability to work around animals, including handling and care before, during, and after flights
• Ability to conduct flights for Owners who smoke

Pay

Base Salary Range: $86,015 - $117,706

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with access to robust nationwide provider networks (many at no cost to employees)
• Healthcare Advocacy
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account with annual employer contribution
• Wellness Programs & Discounts
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave of Absence
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Voluntary benefits (financial protection plans)
• 401(k) plan with 67% employer match on every dollar contributed
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Legal Plan
• Identity Theft Protection Plans
• Pet Insurance
• Family & Caregiving Support