Learjet Officer; Part – Sierra West Airlines | Modesto, CA

• Base:
  Modesto, California (MOD) - applicants within a 2-hour commute or willing to relocate
• Aircraft:
  Learjet LR-60
• Operation:
  Family-owned Part 135 supporting passenger flights and freight-related missions
• Schedule:
  
  Various shifts; day/night; all-weather; extensive travel; frequent unplanned overnights
• Employment Type:
  
  Full-time

Join a tight-knit, growth-focused team and help power time-critical passenger and cargo operations in the Learjet 60. If you thrive on variety, professionalism, and safety in fast-paced Part 135 flying, this is your runway.

Based in Modesto, CA (MOD), the First Officer partners with the Captain to operate the Learjet 60 across passenger and freight-support missions. You'll fly day and night in diverse weather, uphold exacting safety and customer-service standards, and represent Sierra West Airlines with a polished, professional presence. The posting notes MOD as the base; an ATS location record separately lists Oakdale, CA.

• Operate the Learjet 60 in compliance with FAA regulations and company policies.
• Emphasize flight crew safety, situational awareness, and exemplary customer service.
• Communicate aircraft discrepancies clearly for maintenance follow-up.
• Support passenger operations with a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Assist with freight loading/unloading; clean and stock the aircraft as needed.
• Work various shifts with extensive travel, including overtime and after-hours callouts.
• Accept frequent, unplanned overnights away from base of uncertain duration.
• Other duties as assigned to support safe, on-time operations.

• Commercial Pilot License with Multi-Engine Land and Instrument rating, or ATP (ATP preferred).
• Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) required; MEI preferred.
• Current Instrument Proficiency Check.
• Minimum 1,500 hours Total Time and 500 hours Multi-Engine.
• FAA First Class Medical.
• FCC Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
• Valid passport (passport card not accepted) and eligibility to work in the U.S.
• English proficiency; minimum age 18.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs, climb ladders, and maneuver around aircraft.
• Successful completion of DOT pre-employment drug screening and background checks; able to obtain SIDA badge.
• Smartphone with texting/email and an iPad 2 or newer prior to reporting for duty.
• Reliable transportation; willingness to relocate to assigned base and travel extensively.
• Availability for various shifts, weekends, holidays, overtime, and occasional after-hours callouts.
• Commitment to an 18-month training period for new, entry-level hires.

Preferred: Part 135 experience; familiarity with company aircraft and/or previous cargo experience; LR-60 SIC type rating; ATP; and Certified MEI.

• Listed compensation: $45,000 (pay period not specified in posting); overall package commensurate with industry, experience, and base.
• Health, dental, and vision plan options for employees and dependents.
• 401(k) with company match.
• PTO accrual for vacation and sick time.
• Family-owned culture focused on work-life balance.
• Flexible scheduling with frequent training and growth opportunities.

• Primary base:
  Modesto, CA (MOD). Applicants should live within a 2-hour commute or be willing to relocate.
• Extensive travel with frequent, short-notice overnights.
• Day, night, weekend, holiday operations in all weather conditions.