First Officer - Orlando FL

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Position Summary:

Since its founding, JetBlue has been a travel provider on a mission to inspire humanity. We accomplish this by welcoming onboard people who live our Core Values: Safety, Caring, Integrity, Passion, Fun. We’re excited to be looking for individuals ready to takeoff on a new journey as a First Officer at JetBlue. The First Officer is responsible for assisting the Pilot in Command with the safe, consistent outcome of a flight. The First Officer has an integral role in ensuring a positive JetBlue experience for our customers and fellow crewmembers by displaying a commitment to our five core values. In addition, the First Officer maintains compliance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) and JetBlue Airways policies procedures and risk controls.

Essential Responsibilities:

Assist the Captain in ensuring the safe outcome of each flight in accordance with all Federal Aviation Regulations and Company policies procedures and risk controls
Safely operate the aircraft in accordance with all Federal Aviation Regulations and Company policies and procedures
Provide an excellent experience for all Customers and uphold the JetBlue values of Safety, Caring, Integrity, Passion and Fun
Work with fellow JetBlue Crewmembers and/or Business Partners to ensure a team approach to proactively solve Customer and/or operational challenges 
Maintain skills, training and qualifications in accordance with all Federal Aviation Regulations and Company policies and procedures
Identify and recall JetBlue’s Safety Management System (SMS), Safety Policy, Security Policy and behavioral standards
Identify safety and security concerns, issues, incidents or hazards that should be reported and report them whenever possible and by any means necessary including JetBlue’s confidential reporting systems (Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) and Safety Action Report (SAR)
Other duties as assigned

Minimum Experience and Qualifications:

High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Diploma
Valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate with airplane category and multiengine class ratings (Unrestricted)
1500 hours TT, with minimum of 500 hours in fixed wing airplanes
Current FAA First Class Medical Certificate
Valid Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radiotelephone Operator's Permit
Currently in possession of a U.S. passport or a U.S. permanent residence card with foreign passport and applicable visas to freely enter and exit, without restrictions, to all JetBlue destinations. All passport holders should have a minimum of six (6) months validity remaining at the time of application.
Travel documents must remain valid throughout all phases of training and employment
Three reference letters from Pilots who can personally attest to the candidate's flying skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat Reader and the ability to use browsers effectively including iOS
Excellent communication skills
Complete and continuous fluency in written and spoken English
Ability to think creatively
Excellent interpersonal skills
Problem solving skills
Must be able to adhere to JetBlue Flight Crewmember Uniform Appearance Standards 
Knowledge of basic computer and electronic tablet devices 
Able to read and comprehend guidance as found in required manuals
Able to work as a team to deliver the JetBlue Experience
Able to work varying schedules including reserve duty, weekends, evenings, holidays, and last minute drafting
Must be able to adhere to JetBlue First Officer Crewmember Uniform Appearance Standards
Possess and maintain a valid United States Driver’s License and a driving record that complies with JetBlue Insurance Standards
Must pass a ten (10) year background check and pre-employment drug test
Must be legally eligible to work in the country in which the position is located
Authorization to work in the US is required. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship
Preferred Experience and Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree
Letters of recommendation from current JetBlue Pilots who can personally attest to the candidates flying skills
3500 hours or more in total flight time in aircraft (including turbine helicopter, but excluding simulator and Flight Engineer)
Greater than 1,000 hours turbine PIC (Fixed wing)
Greater than 1,000 hours in aircraft utilizing Electronic Flight Instrument Systems (EFIS) and/or Flight Management Systems (FMS)
Recent flying experience (Greater than 200 hours within the last 12 months)
 

Crewmember Expectations:

Regular attendance and punctuality
Potential need to work flexible hours and be available to respond on short-notice.
Able to maintain a professional appearance
When working or traveling on JetBlue flights, and if time permits, all capable Crewmembers are asked to assist with light cleaning of the aircraft
Must be an appropriate organizational fit for the JetBlue culture, that is, exhibit the JetBlue values of Safety, Caring, Integrity, Passion and Fun
Must fulfill safety accountabilities as prescribed by JetBlue’s Safety Management System
Promote JetBlue’s #1 value of safety as a Safety Ambassador, supporting JetBlue’s Safety Management System (SMS) components, Safety Policy and behavioral standards
Identify safety and/or security concerns, issues, incidents or hazards that should be reported and report them whenever possible and by any means necessary including JetBlue’s confidential reporting systems (Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) or Safety Action Report(SAR))
Responsible for adhering to all applicable laws, regulations (FAA, OSHA, DOT, etc.) and Company policies, procedures and risk controls
Uphold JetBlue’s safety performance metric goals and understanding how they relate to their duties and responsibilities
The use of ChatGPT or any other automated tool during the interview process will disqualify a candidate from being considered for the position.
Equipment:

Turbojet aircraft
Computer/Electronic Tablet and other office equipment 
Work Environment:

Normal cockpit and ramp exposure per FAA required Pilot duties
Frequent ascent and descent of jet bridge stairs
Airport Environment
Non-traditional work hours, shifts cover flight schedule which operates twenty four (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a week.  
Must be available to work any schedule
Away from home for up to six (6) consecutive days
Irregular operations occasionally cause extended work days
Physical Effort: 

Generally not required, or up to 10 pounds occasionally, 0 pounds frequently. (Sedentary)