Officer, Transportation, Pilot

The First Officer represents Northern Air Cargo (NAC) and is responsible for the safe transportation of freight and mail while supporting the Captain in all aspects of flight operations. The First Officer serves as the designated Second-in-Command and ensures all duties are performed in compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) and Company policies and procedures.

• Assist the Captain to ensure flight preparation and completion are conducted safely, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable regulations and Company procedures.
• Fulfill all responsibilities associated with the Second-in-Command designation.
• Verify aircraft loading and securement as directed by the Captain.
• Properly utilize all aircraft checklists.
• Prepare and maintain required flight logs, charts, reports, and records.
• Maintain all required pilot licenses, certifications, and documentation.
• Assume Pilot-in-Command responsibilities if the Captain becomes incapacitated during flight until the aircraft reaches a safe landing location.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Captain, Chief Pilot, or Director of Operations.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• May be required to support ACMI operations for up to 20 consecutive days away from domicile, in accordance with the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate with Multi-Engine Rating.
• FAA First-Class Medical Certificate.
• FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
• Valid driver's license.

• 1,500 hours total flight time.
• 500 hours cross-country flight time.
• 100 hours night flight time.
• 75 hours instrument flight time.
• 250 hours Pilot-in-Command (PIC) time.
• Appropriate aircraft type rating and Airplane Multi-Engine Land class rating when conducting Part 121 operations.

• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Ability to successfully complete:
• 5-year employment background investigation
• 10-year criminal history records check
• Security Threat Assessment (STA)
• Ability to travel internationally without restriction.

• Fluent in aviation-oriented English in accordance with FAR 61.151.
• Ability to read and interpret government regulations, safety rules, operating manuals, maintenance instructions, and Company procedures.
• Ability to prepare routine reports and correspondence.
• Effective verbal communication with crew members, customers, station personnel, and air traffic control.

• Ability to identify problems, gather information, establish facts, and draw sound conclusions.
• Ability to interpret technical instructions, diagrams, and mathematical information.
• Ability to manage multiple variables in operational and time-sensitive environments.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Must meet all physical requirements necessary to maintain an FAA First-Class Medical Certificate.
• Frequent sitting for extended periods.
• Occasional standing, walking, reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Manual dexterity required for operation of aircraft controls.
• Ability to see, hear, and communicate effectively.
• Regular exposure to moving mechanical equipment and aircraft operations.
• Frequent exposure to vibration.
• Occasional work at elevated heights.
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, including extreme cold and heat.
• Moderate to high noise levels typical of airport and aircraft environments.

Northern Air Cargo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for…