***Applicants to this posting are eligible to participate in the FedEx Purple Runway Pathways Program***

INTRODUCTION

The First Officer will support the Captain through safe, efficient, compliant and professional flight services.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safely maneuver aircraft during all phases of flight; monitor all flight conditions including weather and cargo safety, and verify go/no-go decision; verify fuel requirements and related weather variables and ensure proper loading; assist the Captain in making alternate destination decisions when the intended destination is unavailable.

• Maintain awareness in all situations, including unexpected circumstances during the flight; ensure proper communications with stations, towers, flight controllers and dispatchers during the flight; file all reports required by the FAA and report any unusual aircraft behavior or performance to dispatch or maintenance personnel; properly record flight-hours in conjunction with Dispatch and adhere to FAA rest requirements and Company directives.

• Strive to improve your skills and experience as a pilot; maintain familiarity and knowledge of applicable changes in regulations and procedures concerning the safe operation of all company aircraft; maintain thorough knowledge of all applicable policies, procedures, manuals, handbooks and protocol; and serve as a positive, constructive, communicative leader for the company and its customers.

• Review company bulletins and other correspondence on a daily basis, including emails and voicemails; submit all transmittals, expense reports and other company documents/correspondence accurately and in accordance with policy and procedures.

• Serve as positive role model for ethical behavior, maintain a professional and dignified work environment, and promote and support the mission of Empire Airlines.

• Other related duties as assigned.

ATR FIRST OFFICER REQUIREMENTS

• ATP certificate with MEL rating
• 2nd class medical

Fixed wing minimums: 

• 1500 TT
• 250 PIC
• 50 MEL
• All requirements under 61.159 
• IFR currency and proficiency