C-130 Hercules First Officer (Anchorage, AK) — Global Cargo Operations

🧭 What you’ll do

• Serve as First Officer supporting the PIC to ensure safe, efficient flight operations, safeguarding cargo, crew, and aircraft.
• Operate in accordance with the Employee Handbook, General Operations Manual, and all applicable federal regulations.
• Adhere to aircraft operating procedures, execute PIC directives, and complete required forms, logs, and reports accurately.
• Verify the aircraft is properly equipped and airworthy for each mission; maintain constant alertness and sound decision-making.
• Transport mail and freight throughout Alaska, the United States, and internationally, including into remote and austere environments.
• Assist with loading/unloading as needed; travel globally to support the fleet and operational demands.

🧰 What you’ll bring

• Experience: Minimum 5,000 hours total time (or an equivalent combination of education and experience). International or Alaska flying experience preferred.
• Education: High school diploma or GED required; college degree preferred.
• Certificates & medical: FAA Airline Transport Pilot certificate, or completion of ATP-CTP with required aeronautical experience; multi-engine airplane rating; valid FAA First Class Medical.
• Proficiency: Successful completion of a simulator flight evaluation; ability to read/interpret technical procedures, professional journals, and government/safety regulations.
• Communication & records: Capable of writing clear reports, accurately maintaining flight records, and presenting information to managers, clients, customers, and the public.
• Math & reasoning: Competence with calculations involving discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, volume, basic algebra and geometry; strong judgment and common sense in a highly regulated environment; ability to interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, and schedule-based instructions and manage multiple simultaneous problems.
• Availability: Willing and able to work days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays; accept extended periods away from home; unrestricted domestic and international travel, including entry to foreign military bases.
• Other: Current driver’s license and valid passport; eligible for a SIDA badge and RapBack verification.
• Screening: Post-offer drug test and background investigation; all employees subject to random drug testing.

🌍 Where you’ll fly

From Anchorage to remote Alaskan villages, across the continental U.S., and to international destinations, you’ll operate the C-130 into challenging environments where reliability matters most. Expect global travel and extended rotations supporting complex, mission-critical cargo operations.

🌟 Rewards & benefits

• Annual wage reviews and clear advancement opportunities via internal promotions.
• Two medical plan options with employee premiums as low as $0/month; dental and vision via low payroll deductions.
• Family medical, dental, and vision coverage available for $222/month.
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options.
• 401(k) with 50% match on the first 6% contributed, plus an additional annual retirement contribution.
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program, life insurance, long-term disability, and AD&D coverage.
• Vacation accrual that grows with years of service.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $3,500 per year after one year of service.

📨 Ready to take the right seat?

If you’re an experienced professional who thrives in dynamic, remote, and global operations—and you’re ready to fly the iconic Hercules—Lynden Air Cargo offers the aircraft, the mission, and the team to match your ambitions.

Note: This role requires strict adherence to safety, regulatory compliance, and company standards at all times.