First Officer (SIC) – Dornier 328JET | Advanced Air (Hawthorne, CA)

✈️ About Advanced Air

Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Hawthorne, Advanced Air is an FAA-approved Part 135 carrier operating a diverse fleet of turboprops, business jets, and regional jets—now 30+ aircraft strong. We pair pilot-centric culture with big-airline benefits and a schedule built for work-life balance.

🧭 What You’ll Do

• Perform thorough pre- and post-flight visual inspections and assist the PIC in all phases of flight per company P&P and SOPs.
• Uphold the highest safety standards—assume primary responsibility for passengers, crew, cargo, and aircraft should the PIC become incapacitated.
• Own the customer-service flow each leg: coordinate passenger pickup/drop-off, fueling, customs, private hangar ops, communications, and catering.
• Maintain accurate flight and duty records, confirm eligibility for next assignments, and report any maintenance discrepancies promptly.
• Comply with all FARs, Company Operations Manual, Ops Specs, SOPs, and policies.
• Contribute proactively to safety and quality systems—identify, report, and help mitigate hazards and quality issues.

🧰 What You’ll Bring

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Certificates: ATP Unrestricted, Multi-Engine.
• Minimum flight experience:
  • 1,500 hours Total Time
  • 500 hours Cross-Country
  • 250 hours PIC
  • 100 hours Night
  • 75 hours Instrument (50 actual)
  • 50 hours Multi-Engine
  • 300 hours PIC Turbine
• Mindset: Passion for aviation, growth-oriented, able to commit to one year with Advanced Air.
• Location: Reside within approximately two hours of Hawthorne, CA.

📋 Checks, Training & Currency

• Pass oral/written exam per FAR 135.293(a) within preceding 12 calendar months (Advanced Air Check Airman or FAA representative).
• Complete competency check per FAR 135.293(b) in type within preceding 12 months (Advanced Air Check Airman or FAA Inspector).
• Complete 6-month IFR proficiency check per FAR 135.297.
• Demonstrate enroute, arrival, and departure procedures via enroute check per FAR 135.299.

⚙️ Physical & Operational Demands

• Work in confined spaces; climb onto/off wings for pre/post-flight or over-wing exits.
• Manipulate, push, pull, and lift heavy objects in excess of 150 lbs; frequently lift at least 50 lbs.
• Use fine digital dexterity during preflight/post-flight tasks.
• Execute legs up to ~4.5 hours; up to 10 flight hours/day within a 14-hour duty period.
• Operate outdoors in all weather with exposure to ramp noise, fumes, dust, and repetitive machinery.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

📅 Schedule & Pay

• Roster: 8 Days On / 6 Days Off
• Flight Time: Averages ~65 hours per month
• On-Call: While on duty, remain within ~2 hours of base and fit to fly; on Days Off, no availability expected
• Salary: $91,440 annually
• Per Diem: $3.12 Domestic / $4.16 International (for all flight-duty hours)

🌟 Benefits

• 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar employer match up to 4%
• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision, plus $15,000 life insurance
• KCM access for personal travel
• Easy-to-use flight/travel benefits; current airline partners include Delta, Alaska, and Southwest

📨 Ready to Take the Right Seat?

If you meet the qualifications and are excited to grow your jet experience on a pilot-focused team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and help us connect communities—safely, reliably, and with standout service.