Hercules L‐Officer; C‐​/L‐382G – Global Cargo Operations

The Mission

Lynden Air Cargo is seeking experienced and adventurous First Officers who thrive in challenging environments and want to be part of a tight-knit, mission-focused crew. You’ll support commercial cargo operations—including mail and freight—to some of the most remote destinations on earth, as well as international missions that demand precision, professionalism, and adaptability.

• Partner with the Captain in all phases of flight: planning, performance, checklists, and flight management.
• Operate safely and efficiently in austere, remote, and weather-challenging environments in accordance with FARs and company SOPs.
• Support cargo operations, including weight and balance, loading oversight, and cargo security coordination.
• Execute domestic and international missions, maintaining high standards of airmanship and situational awareness.
• Participate in training, simulator events, and recurrent checks to maintain currency and proficiency.
• Contribute to a strong safety culture through SMS participation, reporting, and risk management.
• Represent Lynden Air Cargo professionally with customers, partners, and ground agencies worldwide.

• Experience: Proven professional flight background with the judgment to operate in diverse and challenging environments.
• Team mindset: Collaborative, adaptable, and focused on mission success and safety.
• Readiness: Willing and able to travel globally, adapt to changing schedules, and spend extended time away from home.

• Total Time: 5,000 hours
• License
  
  Required:
  
  ATP (FAA) — or completion of ATP-CTP and required aeronautical experience
• Accepted Licenses: FAA
• Medical:
  First Class
• Type Rating:
  Not required (Training provided)

• Successful completion of a simulator flight evaluation.
• Current driver license and valid passport.
• High school diploma or GED required; college degree preferred.
• Availability to work days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays; able to be away from home for extended periods.
• Eligible to travel domestically and internationally without restrictions, including access to foreign military bases.

• Post-conditional offer drug test and background investigation required.
• Ability to obtain and hold a SIDA badge and submit to Rap Back verification.

From Alaska’s rugged backcountry to international destinations, you’ll support missions that keep communities and commerce moving. Expect variety, complexity, and the satisfaction of flying a true workhorse where it’s needed most.