United Airlines

First Officer

Multiple U.S. bases, United States / North America

Position
First Officer
Aircraft
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Total time
1500+ hrs
Authority
FAA
Type rating
Not confirmed

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Overview

United Airlines is recruiting experienced pilots for its mainline operation. It advertises base flexibility across its U.S. hubs and crew bases. The vacancy is open on an ongoing basis and lists no fixed closing date. The employer provides a dedicated online First Officer application.

Responsibilities

- Serve as a First Officer in United’s mainline flight operations.
- Demonstrate sound judgment, teamwork and United’s safety and service standards.

Requirements

  • Unrestricted FAA Airline Transport Pilot certificate with an airplane multiengine class rating.
  • Current FAA first class medical certificate and FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
  • At least 1,500 total hours. At least 1,000 fixed-wing turbine hours and 100 hours within the last 12 months are preferred.
  • U.S. work authorization without sponsorship, passport with at least six months of validity at employment, and ability to travel throughout the United network.
  • High school diploma or equivalent. A bachelor’s degree is preferred.
  • Reliable attendance and availability without planned absences during the first 12 weeks. United lists yellow fever vaccination and its accommodation process in the vacancy.

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