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Omega Air Refueling

Aerial Refueling First Officer (B‑707/KC‑135 or KC‑10/DC‑10) — Home‑Based, Fast‑Track to Captain

✈️ Join Omega Air Refueling’s Aerial-Refueling Flight Team

Pilot cutting-edge aerial refueling missions on classic heavy jets while enjoying a flexible, home-based lifestyle. Omega Air Refueling hires experienced pilots as First Officers with a proven pathway to upgrade to Captain well within the first year based on background and performance.

  • Location: Home-based anywhere in the United States
  • Schedule: Two weeks on / two weeks off (flexible)
  • Compensation (Year One): $107,000 base salary + up to $24,000 variable compensation (excludes any profit-sharing or other incentives)
  • Aircraft: B‑707/KC‑135 and/or KC‑10/DC‑10
  • License: FAA Commercial Pilot License with Instrument rating; FAA Second Class Medical
  • Clearance: Eligible for U.S. DoD Secret-level security clearance (current status covering previous two years preferred)
  • Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time

🧭 What you’ll do

  • Serve as pilot aircrew on Omega’s aerial-refueling operations in B‑707/KC‑135 and/or KC‑10/DC‑10 aircraft.
  • Operate heavy jet aircraft safely and in full compliance with company procedures and applicable regulations.
  • Collaborate with your crew using strong CRM practices to execute refueling missions efficiently and safely.
  • Maintain training, currency, and documentation as required for mission readiness.
  • Begin as First Officer with the opportunity to upgrade to Captain within your first year based on experience and performance.

🧰 What you’ll bring (Minimums)

  • Total Multi-Engine Land (MEL): 2,000 hours
  • MEL PIC: 1,000 hours
  • License/Medical: FAA Commercial Pilot License with Instrument rating; FAA Second Class Medical
  • Type Ratings: B‑707/B‑720 and/or DC‑10
  • Aircraft Experience: B‑707/KC‑135 and/or KC‑10/DC‑10
  • Security: Eligibility for U.S. DoD Secret-level clearance with current status covering the previous two years
  • Travel Documents: Current passport or documents permitting free exit/re-entry to the U.S. with multiple entries
  • Other: Valid driver’s license

🧰 Nice to have (Preferred)

  • 3,000+ total hours
  • MEL PIC time in type
  • Recent heavy-aircraft flight time (within the last 12 months)

🌟 Why you’ll love it

  • Live Anywhere: Home-based role with no relocation required
  • Predictable Time Off: Standard two-weeks-on/two-weeks-off roster; very flexible overall scheduling
  • Paid Travel: Company pays for your time and travel to/from the work location
  • Compensation: Competitive salary plus variable pay opportunities in year one
  • Retirement: 401(k) with company match
  • Protection: Long-term disability coverage
  • Wellbeing: Health and wellness benefits
  • Holidays: Holiday stand-down in late December and early January
  • Career Growth: Fast-track upgrade opportunity to Captain within the first year (based on background and experience)

📨 How to apply

  • Submit a current flying résumé and a brief introduction statement.
  • Be prepared to provide, upon request: Omega’s flight crew details form, a copy of your FAA license and medical, and verification of your current DoD security clearance.

Note: All pilots are initially hired as First Officers. Upgrade to Captain may occur well within the first year based on background and experience.