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Sierra West Airlines

Learjet 60 First Officer – Modesto, CA (Type Rating Provided)

Join the Flight Deck as a Learjet 60 First Officer

Step into the right seat of a high‑performance Learjet 60 and build turbine multi‑engine time in a professional, safety‑focused operation. This is a permanent opportunity based near Modesto, CA, with company-provided type training for the right candidate.

Employment: Permanent
Base: Modesto, CA (must reside within 2 hours)
Aircraft: Learjet 60
Type Rating: Not required (Training provided)
Licenses: FAA CPL, CFI, IR, ME
Medical: First Class

✈️ The Opportunity

As a Learjet 60 First Officer, you will support safe, efficient, and compliant operations alongside an experienced Captain. You will leverage strong IFR skills, disciplined checklist usage, and excellent CRM to deliver reliable service across a variety of missions. Extensive travel and schedule flexibility are part of the role, and an iPad is required for electronic flight bag (EFB) operations.

🧭 What You’ll Do

  • Execute preflight planning, performance, and weight & balance calculations; verify fuel, weather, NOTAMs, and routing.
  • Operate the Learjet 60 safely and efficiently under IFR across diverse environments; maintain strong instrument proficiency.
  • Adhere to company procedures, SOPs, and regulatory requirements; uphold a robust safety and compliance culture.
  • Conduct thorough preflight and postflight inspections; coordinate with dispatch and maintenance.
  • Employ effective CRM and clear communication with the Captain, ATC, and ground personnel.
  • Use an iPad EFB for charts, performance, and company communications; maintain device readiness.
  • Support on‑call, after‑hours, and irregular operations as needed; travel extensively.

🧰 Minimum Qualifications

  • Total Time: 1,500 hours
  • Multi‑Engine: 500 hours
  • Type Rating: Not required (training provided)
  • Licenses: FAA CPL, IR, ME, CFI
  • Medical: First Class
  • Currency: Current IPC
  • Authorization: Open to FAA license holders

🌟 Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous Part 135 experience.
  • Familiarity with the Learjet 60 or similar company aircraft.
  • Previous cargo operations experience.
  • LR‑60 SIC type rating.
  • Certified MEI.
  • ATP preferred.

📍 Location & Schedule

  • Base: Modesto, CA — MUST be within a 2‑hour commute.
  • Relocation: Willingness and ability to relocate to the assigned base.
  • Travel: Extensive travel required.
  • Schedule: Various shifts; overtime and after‑hours call‑outs may be required.
  • EFB: iPad required when reporting for duty.

🧾 Compliance & Additional Requirements

  • Current passport.
  • FCC Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
  • Successful completion of pre‑employment DOT drug screening and other required background checks.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain an airport SIDA badge.

📨 Ready to Apply?

If you meet the minimum qualifications and can base within two hours of Modesto, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your resume and a brief summary of your recent IFR experience and multi‑engine time.