Breeze Airways First Officer

Position Summary - Join us!

Breeze is looking for “Seriously Nice” Pilots to fly the A220 or E190/195 at the newest and nicest airline, Breeze Airways!

Breeze Airways First Officers are responsible for ensuring safe and timely flight operations in accordance with all Company policies and Federal Aviation Regulations. Our Pilots are overall Leaders who safely take care of our Team Members and Guests. They understand that our pursuit of excellence is not a destination, but rather, a journey.

Pilot Pay RatesA220 Pilot Pay Rates

Year

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

Captain

$215

$237

$241

$243

$245

$248

$251

$253

$255

$257

$259

$280

First Officer

$105

$132

$137

$143

$149

$153

$158

$158

$158

$158

$158

$158

E190/195 Pilot Pay Rates

Year

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

Captain

$205

$212

$215

$218

$221

$224

$227

$230

$232

$234

$236

$255

First Officer

$105

$122

$126

$131

$136

$139

$144

$144

$144

$144

$144

$144

Here's what you'll do

• Responsible for having a thorough working knowledge of the equipment operated, Federal Aviation Regulations governing the operation of this equipment as well as Company manuals, Operations Specifications, policies, and other instructions
• Responsible to the Captain for the proper planning of the flight in accordance with all applicable weather information and reports, applicable Company policies and FARs
• Responsible and qualified for the assigned flight. This includes flight and duty time limitations, training, proficiency checks, medical certificate, etc.
• Perform all duties the Captain may assign in flight
• The knowledge and ability to assess risk and use the proper resources to keep risk to an acceptable level during all phases of ground and flight operations
• Employs the CRM concept of “Assertiveness with Respect”
• Maintains a high degree of proficiency and a thorough knowledge of flight operations, procedures, and systems applicable to the aircraft flown
• Develops technically and professionally in preparation for transition to PIC
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Company
• Through completion of appropriate pre- and post-flight inspection, ensures the airworthy condition of assigned aircraft in accordance with Company policy and FARs
• Becomes familiar with existing and forecasted departure, arrival, and if applicable, alternate station weather prior to each flight
• Assists with and ensures proper handling of aircraft, passengers, baggage, and cargo at terminal points where other company personnel are not available
• Observe the Rules of Conduct for all team members as outlined in the Company Team Member Playbook and Pilot Playbook

Here's what you'll need to be successfulMinimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 23 years old at the time of hire
• Commercial Pilot Certificate with multi engine and instrument ratings
• Must have 1,500+ hours total time (not including simulator and/or Flight Engineer time) 
• Must have a minimum:
• 750 hours of fixed wing time
• 500 hours cross country
• 250 hours fixed wing PIC
• 100 hours night
• 75 hours instrument
• 50 hours of actual multi engine flying
• High school diploma or equivalent educational achievement
• Must have the knowledge, skills, and ability to upgrade to Captain in a very short period of time
• Must maintain pilot training history in accordance with the Pilot Records Improvement Act of 1996 (PRIA)
• Current First-Class FAA Medical Certificate
• Current ATP Written Exam
• Valid FCC Radiotelephone Operator’s Permit
• Must have or be able to obtain a valid U.S. driver’s license
• Must have or be able to obtain a valid passport
• Must be able to travel unrestricted to and from the United States
• Must pass a DOT pre-employment drug test
• Must pass a TSA required fingerprint-based criminal history records check and a Breeze background check
• Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
• Actively flying two of the past five years
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language

Preferred Qualifications

• US Part 121 experience
• 500+ hours of fixed wing multi engine
• Graduate from a Part 141 University

Skills/Talents

• The ability to read, write, and speak the English language fluently
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Extensive experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe products
• Ability to facilitate cooperative relationships between/among people and departments
• Ability to work with individuals and teams at all levels in the organization

Perks of the Job

• Health, Vision and Dental
• Health Savings Account with Breeze Employee Match
• 401K with Breeze Employee Match
• PTO
• Travel on Breeze and other Airlines too!