First Officer

Allegiant•Las Vegas, NV

About The Position

The First Officer is the second in command and performs duties as described in the job posting and as directed by the Captain. Allegiant seeks pilots committed to the profession and interested in a long-term career, with an emphasis on developing pilots as leaders who share a passion for aviation, bring innovation to the industry, and strive to be Captains in every aspect of the word. The role requires U.S. work authorization, passing a criminal background check, and the listed FAA certificates, medical qualifications, aeronautical experience, and documentation. The position requires travel and may involve working various shifts and days in a 24-hour operation. Allegiant is an essential services provider, and team members are required to report to assigned trips or work locations during declared national and state emergencies unless prohibited by government order.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Authorized to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Act of 1986.
Must pass a criminal background check.
FAA Commercial multi-engine land certificate, instrument rating, and English Proficient designation.
ATP-CTP course completion certificate and current ATM-written completion.
All aeronautical experience required for issuance of an FAA ATP or R-ATP Certificate under 14 CFR §§ 61.153, 61.159, and 61.160.
FAA First Class Medical Certificate with First Class privileges.
FCC Radiotelephone License.
All documentation required for issuance of an ATP or R-ATP Certificate for Airplane Commercial Applicants.
Valid, unexpired passport book and driver’s license.
Minimum total flight time of 1,500 hours, or 1,250, 1,000, or 750 hours if eligible under the applicable requirements.
Minimum aeronautical experience: 500 hours fixed-wing flight time; 200 hours cross-country flight time; 100 hours night flight time; 25 hours multi-engine land flight time; 75 hours instrument flight time, which may combine actual and simulated instrument conditions; 250 hours as pilot in command (PIC) in an airplane; 100 hours cross-country flight time as PIC; and 25 hours night flight time as PIC.
Aeronautical experience must be logged in accordance with 14 CFR 61.51. Military flight records may be used as additional evidence of meeting experience requirements.
Allegiant does not accept conversion of flight hours, such as applying a 1.3 conversion factor for rotorcraft time.
Ability to read, write, and speak English to receive and understand instructions and directives, ensure safety, and interact with customers.
At least 21 years of age.
Basic computer skills.
Regular attendance is required.
Ability to perform the listed physical activities, including standing, sitting, talking, hearing, seeing, reaching, stooping, kneeling, and using hands and fingers to operate aircraft equipment.
May be required to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 100 pounds.
Ability to work in a confined area and sit at a computer terminal for an extended period.
Ability to travel.

Nice To Haves

FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) multi-engine land certificate, restricted or unrestricted.
3,000 total flight hours.
1,000 hours of turbine time under FAA Part 121.
Bachelor’s degree.
500 flight hours in the last 12 months.

Responsibilities

Prioritize the safety of passengers, other crew members, and the aircraft.
Be familiar with the Captain’s duties and responsibilities.
Bring to the Captain’s attention flight-safety information the Captain may not have considered and deviations from standard operating procedures.
Be familiar with weather, payload, fuel, and other factors applicable to the flight.
Complete avionics, flight instrument, systems, and fuel quantity checks.
Report mechanical discrepancies to the Captain.
Prepare the load manifest, including weight-and-balance computations, and confirm with the Captain that the aircraft is properly loaded and within center-of-gravity and performance limits for takeoff.
Operate the aircraft or assist the Captain as directed.
Verify that each checklist is properly completed.
Monitor ATC clearances and ensure the Captain understands clearances accepted from ATC.
Assist in securing the aircraft when necessary at the end of a flight.
Verify flight time using logbooks.
Model Allegiant’s customer service standards in personal actions and when providing leadership direction.
Perform other duties as assigned.