Description
General Aviation Flying Services is a company of Meridian.
Come work for Meridian at our facility in Teterboro, New Jersey!
Meridian has a proud history dating back almost 70 years. Over the decades, we have grown from a small aircraft maintenance business into a full-service private aviation company. Along the way, we have learned that exceptional customer service is what our customers value most. That philosophy, along with our dedication to putting safety first, is the cornerstone of our culture at Meridian. We are proud to have earned numerous industry awards and accolades for our outstanding service and high safety standards, but that wouldn\'t be possible without the great people that we hire.
At Meridian, we are looking for highly motivated and skilled individuals who understand that their actions will leave a lasting impression upon our customers, which contributes to the reputation of our company.
Meridian offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Competitive salary, Medical, Dental, Group & Supplemental Life insurance and LTD, 401k program with employer match and Paid Time Off.
Position Summary:
Meridian’s mission is to be a full-service, private aviation company that consistently delivers a truly extraordinary experience, leaving our customers feeling welcomed, well cared for, and confident that they have made a smart choice. The First Officer reports to the Chief Pilot and is responsible for the conduct and execution of their assigned duties. To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
Act as Second in Command (SIC) of flights for which the pilot has been assigned
Assist the captain with discharging safety responsibilities
Be prepared to assume the duties of the pilot in command in the event that the pilot in command becomes incapacitated
Wear the company issued uniform and comply with the uniform policy
Comply with schedules and other directives governing the aircraft’s operation
Operate the assigned aircraft in accordance with the Aircraft Flight Manual and all company manuals
Ensure that the preflight inspections are performed
Perform all company assigned duties in accordance with company manuals, memos and policies
Provide excellent customer service to our passengers
Comply with schedules and other directives governing the aircraft’s operation
Ensure that the aircraft is clean and prepared for each flight, with all provisions on board for the safety and comfort of our passengers
Use and follow checklists
Remain technically proficient and knowledgeable on your assigned aircraft
Remain knowledgeable and abide by all Company policies and procedures, FARs, Ops Specs, and AIM procedures
Handle passenger baggage and cargo
Assist passengers with their ground transportation needs
Revise all necessary publications
Maintain type rating requirements in your assigned aircraft
Subject to random drug and alcohol testing
Responsible for complying with and participating in Meridian\'s Safety Management System and OSHA training and programs
Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Associates Degree
ATP License with appropriate type rating
1st Class Medical
4,000 hours of total flight time
500 hours of turbojet time
International experience preferred
Prior Part 135 experience preferred
Must be willing to live within 1 hour of your assigned airport
Must have reliable transportation to and from work
No FAA accidents or violations within the last 6 years