Second in Command (SIC) — Embraer Legacy/Praetor (EMB-550)

✈️ About the role

As the SIC on the EMB-550, you will collaborate closely with the Captain to deliver smooth, safe, and efficient operations while providing refined service to high-profile passengers. You’ll leverage your international experience, technical proficiency, and commitment to standard operating procedures to ensure every flight meets the highest professional standards.

🧭 Key responsibilities

• Execute all flight duties in accordance with company SOPs, FAA regulations, and international procedures.
• Support flight planning, performance calculations, weather/NOTAM review, and fuel planning.
• Conduct thorough preflight, inflight, and postflight procedures; maintain meticulous logs and documentation.
• Practice strong CRM, maintaining clear communication and teamwork with the Captain, crew, and dispatch.
• Uphold a proactive safety culture, identify and mitigate risks, and adhere to all safety protocols.
• Deliver professional, discreet, and anticipatory service to executive and VIP passengers.
• Operate and monitor advanced avionics, navigation, and onboard systems on the EMB-550 platform.
• Adapt to dynamic schedules and changing operational requirements while meeting on-time performance goals.
• Participate in recurrent training and continuous professional development to sustain peak proficiency.

🧰 What you’ll bring

• Minimum 2000 hours total flight time.
• Minimum 500 hours operating multi-engine aircraft.
• Valid FAA Commercial certificate with instrument and multi-engine rating.
• Valid FAA Second Class Medical certificate.
• Valid FCC Restricted Radio Operator’s Permit.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Valid passport with ability to travel internationally without restrictions.
• Fluent English reading, writing, and speaking ability.
• Experience flying internationally.
• Strong commitment to safety and adherence to safety protocols.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work varying hours including day, night, weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
• Extreme flexibility and ability to adjust to rapid changes.
• Ability to interact professionally with passengers and crew.
• Proven ability to make effective decisions under pressure.
• Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Focus on providing exceptional customer service to high-profile passengers and executives.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and training.
• Technical proficiency with aviation technology and navigation systems.
• Problem-solving ability for technical and operational issues.
• Associate degree preferred but not required.

🌟 Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• SIMPLE IRA with employer matching.

Full details of the benefits package provided during the hiring process.

🗓️ Schedule & travel

• Varying hours including days, nights, weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
• International operations; must be able to travel abroad without restrictions.
• Primary base in Fort Lauderdale with trips across the U.S. and internationally.

📨 How to apply

Ready to elevate your career on the EMB-550? Submit your resume/CV, certificates, and recent logbook summary to Gold Aviation. Qualified candidates who meet the stated minimums will be contacted for next steps.