First Officer (Home based - US)

Western Global Airlines • Estero, FL

13d • Remote

About The Position

Western Global Airlines is seeking a First Officer for its MD-11 Fleet type, with a class date of October 5, 2026. The First Officer is the Second-in-Command of the flight and must comply with all regulations and directives. The tour of duty is 17 days away from home base. Western Global Airlines is described as the World's Fastest Growing Cargo Airline, providing air cargo charter flights worldwide and serving customers in e-commerce, express, freight forwarding, logistics, nonprofit, and governmental organizations.

Requirements

• Hold a current and valid FAA ATPL.
• Hold a valid FAA Class 1 Medical Certificate.
• Hold an FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
• ICAO English Level IV.
• 2500 hours of total flying experience minimum.
• No history of accidents or incidents.
• A valid US passport allowing unrestricted international travel due to military contract requirements.
• As this is a safety sensitive role, must possess the ability to pass a DOT pre-employment drug test and 10-year background check.

Nice To Haves

• Previous part 121 airline / aviation experience preferred.
• College degree in Aviation or related field.
• Previous B747-400 / Boeing aircraft type rating or MD-11 / Airbus aircraft type rating.
• 1000 hours of flight time under Part 121 operations.
• Up to 500 hours of military flight time as pilot in command (PIC) of a multiengine, turbine-powered, fixed-wing airplane can count towards the 1,000-hour requirement.
• A PIC in operations under either § 135.243(a)(1) or § 91.1053(a)(2)(i), or any combination of these.

Responsibilities

• Ensures that he/she operates in accordance with Western Global Airlines’ approved/accepted manuals and, as applicable, the Operations Specifications, 14 CFRs, FAA Orders, Airworthiness Directives, Advisory Circulars, Directives, and Manufacturer’s recommendations.
• Complies with all administrative programs, including airport/route qualification, flight time limitations, currency requirements (e.g., physicals, takeoffs and landings, home study courses, etc.), pilot flight equipment, uniform discipline, manuals, policies and procedures, and others, as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree