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VistaJet

Home‑Based First Officer, Challenger 300/350 — United States

Home‑Based First Officer, Challenger 300/350 — United States

Join Vista America, part of VistaJet, and fly one of the world’s premier super-midsize fleets while enjoying true home basing, a predictable roster, and clear pathways to larger aircraft.

  • Employer: VistaJet (Vista America)
  • Location: United States — Home-based from gateway airports
  • Fleet: Bombardier Challenger 300/350
  • Schedule: 15 on / 13 off, published 12 months in advance
  • Compensation: Year 1 base $93,100 + per diem + flight hour incentives + retention bonuses
  • Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time
✈️ Role at a Glance

As a First Officer on the Challenger 300/350, you’ll deliver Vista’s signature safety, reliability, and service across North America and beyond. This is a home-based position with a stable 15/13 roster, giving you the balance to thrive on and off duty.

🧭 What You’ll Do
  • Operate CL300/350 aircraft in accordance with company SOPs and all regulatory requirements.
  • Partner with the Captain to ensure exceptional safety, CRM, and passenger experience on every leg.
  • Plan, brief, and execute domestic and international missions, adhering to ICAO standards.
  • Maintain currency, readiness, and professional standards consistent with Vista’s global operation.
🧰 What You’ll Bring
  • ATP certificate (FAA); Challenger 300 type rating preferred (not required).
  • Minimum 2,000 hours total fixed-wing time, including 750 hours PIC and 250 hours multi‑engine.
  • Jet experience required.
  • Current First Class Medical.
  • No more than 2 checkride failures.
  • Clean record: no accidents, incidents, or FAA enforcement actions in the last 5 years.
  • Meets ICAO Annex 1 2.1.10 requirements for international commercial air transport.
  • Authorization to work in the United States and to travel to/from all cities and countries served without restrictions.
  • Recency: 150 hours in the last 365 days and 30 hours in the last 90 days.
🌟 Why Join Vista America
  • Earnings: Competitive Year 1 base salary of $93,100 plus per diem, flight hour incentives, and retention bonuses.
  • Quality of Life: True home basing from U.S. gateway airports with a predictable 15/13 roster published a year in advance.
  • Benefits: Comprehensive medical coverage and 401(k) matching.
  • Operational Support: Mobile maintenance and a robust safety-first operation.
  • Career Path: Clear progression to larger aircraft while maintaining seniority.
📅 Your Schedule & Lifestyle

Enjoy a stable 15 days on / 13 days off rotation, planned 12 months ahead, giving you the ability to plan life outside the flight deck without last‑minute surprises.

📝 Notes on Licensing

This role requires an FAA ATP certificate. Candidates must meet ICAO standards for international operations; an ICAO ATPL background is welcomed where applicable.

📨 How to Apply

Ready to step into a premium operation with home basing and real career progression? Submit your resume and flight time summary. Qualified candidates will be contacted to discuss next steps.