MD-11 First Officer – Worldwide Cargo (No Type Rating Required)

Join Western Global Airlines as an MD-11 First Officer

Western Global Airlines delivers high-tech, on-demand air cargo charter solutions worldwide for e-commerce, express, freight forwarding, logistics, nonprofit, and governmental customers. As a First Officer (Second-in-Command), you will operate the MD-11 on global routes, upholding the highest safety standards and executing flights in full compliance with regulations and Captain directives. Tour of duty is 17 days away from home base.

Employment: Permanent
Aircraft: MD-11
Operation: Worldwide cargo charter
Tour of duty: 17 days away from home base
Type rating: Not required (Training Provided)

✈️ The opportunity

Be part of a mission-driven cargo airline operating across continents. You will fly long-range international missions, support time-critical logistics, and represent Western Global Airlines’ commitment to safety, reliability, and operational excellence.

🧭 What you’ll do

Serve as Second-in-Command under the direction of the Captain, ensuring compliance with all regulations, company policies, and SOPs.
Participate in flight planning, performance calculations, FMS programming, and navigation across complex international and oceanic airspace.
Monitor flight progress, systems, and fuel; assist with weather analysis, diversion planning, and decision-making.
Execute precise ground and flight procedures, including checklists, briefings, and CRM, maintaining a safety-first mindset.
Uphold cargo operations standards, including secure loading, weight and balance, and coordination with ground handling.
Complete accurate flight documentation and adhere to international entry and exit requirements.

🧰 Minimum requirements

Total time: 2,500 hours
License req.: ATP
Open to Lic. Holders: FAA
Medical: Class 1
Type rating: Not required (Training Provided)
FCC permit: Hold an FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit
Safety record: No history of accidents or incidents
Passport: Valid passport allowing unrestricted international travel due to military contract requirements
Screening: Ability to pass an DOT pre-employment drug test and 10-year background check
Visa sponsorship: Not provided

🌟 Preferred experience

Part 121: 1,000 hours of flight time under Part 121 operations preferred
Military credit: Up to 500 hours of military PIC time in a multiengine, turbine-powered, fixed-wing airplane can count toward the 1,000-hour requirement
PIC credit: PIC time in operations under §135.243(a)(1) or §91.1053(a)(2)(i), or a combination, can count toward the 1,000-hour requirement

🗺️ Schedule and travel

Tour-based schedule of 17 days away from home base per rotation
Operate worldwide, supporting diverse customer missions across multiple time zones

📨 How to apply

Ready to elevate your cargo career? Submit your application with a current resume/CV and a summary of flight time. To expedite review, include:

Total, PIC, SIC, multi-engine turbine, Part 121/135/91K time
ATP certificate and issuing authority (FAA)
Current Medical (Class 1) and FCC permit status
Passport validity and availability for 17-day tours

Note: Visa sponsorship is not provided for this role.

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