Hawaii Based First Officer

At Surf Air Mobility, we're transforming air mobility. As innovators in aviation, we are at the forefront of creating a more efficient and accessible flying experience. With our commitment to a customer-first approach, advanced software solutions, and electrification, we’re pioneering new ways for people to travel, making flying not only faster but more enjoyable. Our passionate team thrives in a collaborative environment where innovation and hard work go hand in hand.

Help us shape the future of aviation while working with cutting-edge technologies that are changing the lives of our passengers.

JOB DESCRIPTION: FIRST OFFICER – Caravan C-208

FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT

REPORT TO: CHIEF PILOT, DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

Current base locations: HNL and OGG

Our route structure enables most pilots to be home every day during their workweek, along with flexibility on schedules.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION:

FAA Commercial Pilot License: Airplane Single Engine Land (ASEL)
Current Instrument Rating
6 months as a pilot
500 hours minimum: 100 cross country, 25 of which are night; 50 hours turbine or 75 hours instrument
FAA Second Class Medical Certificate
FCC Restricted Radio Operator Permit
Valid Driver’s license and Passport
At least 18 years of age
Willing and available to work flexible and variable shifts including nights, weekends and holidays
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
Able to pass a 10-year background check and pre-employment drug screening per airline and/or company regulations
$20,100 Training Contract required
Speak, read, write, and understand the English language proficiently
FAA Record in good standing
Must maintain a well-groomed appearance, a positive attitude and conduct professional interactions with customers

Compensation package based on experience:

65 Block Hours per month guarantee - begins first day of training class
Pilots under 600 hours $12 per block hour during initial ground school training and $15 dollars per block hour upon release to line
Pilots with 600-900 hours $18 per block hour
Pilots over 900 hours $21 per block hour
Upon release to line, $45 flat rate per diem when on an overnight away from assigned base
Travel and Hotel accommodations provided during training.
CASS Participant

Pilots with less than 500 hours, please refer to our internal Pathway Program posting

Benefits:

Health & Wellness: After 30 days of employment on the 1st of the next month, you are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, air ambulance coverage, short-term disability, pet insurance, health savings accounts, and company-paid life insurance.

Retirement Plans: Employees can enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan.

PTO: After completion of your probationary period, employees earn 1 day of PTO per month, plus paid holidays throughout the calendar year.

Employee Discounts: After completion of your probationary period, you can access My ID Travel program, which allows immediate family members access. Travel privileges include:

Flight tickets at significant discount, employee and family members can fly our planes (standby space available)
Discounts on hotels and resorts
Car rentals at reduced rates
Discounted cruises

At Surf Air Mobility, we are committed to building a more inclusive ecosystem that integrates women, people of color, and other underrepresented groups into the cleantech sector and aerospace industry. We strongly encourage applications from qualified applicants and members of underrepresented groups. Surf Air Mobility is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Surf Air Mobility is governed based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender.