About this opportunity
Pilot Assessments lists this First Officer (SIC) – Dornier 328JET | Advanced Air (Hawthorne, CA) opportunity in hawthorne, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Join a tight-knit flight department at Advanced Air and help power California’s most unique blend of on-demand charter and scheduled regional service. As a Dornier 328JET First Officer (SIC) based in Hawthorne, you’ll fly a distinctive, high-performance regional jet while delivering safe operations, smooth customer experiences, and reliable service to mountain and coastal communities.
About Advanced Air
Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Hawthorne, Advanced Air is an FAA-approved Part 135 carrier operating a diverse fleet of turboprops, business jets, and regional jets—now 30+ aircraft strong. We pair pilot-centric culture with big-airline benefits and a schedule built for work-life balance.
What You’ll Do
Perform thorough pre- and post-flight visual inspections and assist the PIC in all phases of flight per company P&P and SOPs.
Uphold the highest safety standards—assume primary responsibility for passengers, crew, cargo, and aircraft should the PIC become incapacitated.
Own the customer-service flow each leg: coordinate passenger pickup/drop-off, fueling, customs, private hangar ops, communications, and catering.
Maintain accurate flight and duty records, confirm eligibility for next assignments, and report any maintenance discrepancies promptly.
Comply with all FARs, Company Operations Manual, Ops Specs, SOPs, and policies.
Contribute proactively to safety and quality systems—identify, report, and help mitigate hazards and quality issues.
What You’ll Bring
Education: High school diploma or GED.
Certificates: ATP Unrestricted, Multi-Engine .
Minimum flight experience:1,500 hours Total Time
500 hours Cross-Country
250 hours PIC
100 hours Night
75 hours Instrument (50 actual)
50 hours Multi-Engine
300 hours PIC Turbine
Mindset: Passion for aviation, growth-oriented, able to commit to one year with Advanced Air.
Location: Reside within approximately two hours of Hawthorne, CA.
Checks, Training & Currency
Pass oral/written exam per FAR 135.293(a) within preceding 12 calendar months (Advanced Air Check Airman or FAA representative).
Complete competency check per FAR 135.293(b) in type within preceding 12 months (Advanced Air Check Airman or FAA Inspector).
Complete 6-month IFR proficiency check per FAR 135.297.
Demonstrate enroute, arrival, and departure procedures via enroute check per FAR 135.299.
Physical & Operational Demands
Work in confined spaces; climb onto/off wings for pre/post-flight or over-wing exits.
Manipulate, push, pull, and lift heavy objects in excess of 150 lbs; frequently lift at least 50 lbs.
Use fine digital dexterity during preflight/post-flight tasks.
Execute legs up to ~4.5 hours; up to 10 flight hours/day within a 14-hour duty period.
Operate outdoors in all weather with exposure to ramp noise, fumes, dust, and repetitive machinery.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Schedule & Pay
Roster: 8 Days On / 6 Days Off
Flight Time: Averages ~65 hours per month
On-Call: While on duty, remain within ~2 hours of base and fit to fly; on Days Off, no availability expected
Salary: $91,440 annually
Per Diem: $3.12 Domestic / $4.16 International (for all flight-duty hours)
Benefits
401(k) with dollar-for-dollar employer match up to 4%
100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision, plus $15,000 life insurance
KCM access for personal travel
Easy-to-use flight/travel benefits; current airline partners include Delta, Alaska, and Southwest
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Worksite address
hawthorne, CA, 90250, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.