First Officer (SIC)
Posted 22 days ago
First Officer (SIC)
Posted 22 days ago
Job role insights
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Date Posted
April 22, 2026
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City, State
Birmingham, Alabama
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Job Category
Charter Part 135
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Job Type
Full Time
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Aircraft Type
Hawker 800
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Total Flight Hours
751-1500 /hrs
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Salary
$96,393 - $118,506 /year
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Certificate Required
ATP
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Job Title
First Officer
Description
About the Company
AirMed International, part of Global Medical Response (GMR), is a leading provider of air medical transportation services specializing in patient relocation and critical care transport worldwide. The organization is committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care with a strong focus on safety and operational excellence.
Position Summary
The First Officer (SIC) supports fixed-wing air medical operations on the Hawker 800, assisting the Captain in safe and efficient flight execution. This role includes domestic and international operations under Part 135, with a structured rotating schedule and mission-driven flying environment.
Responsibilities
• Serve as Second in Command under Part 135 operations
• Support the Captain in all phases of flight and operational control
• Ensure aircraft readiness in coordination with dispatch
• Comply with FAA, ICAO, and international flight regulations
• Maintain professionalism in high-pressure, mission-driven environments
• Attend required training, meetings, and check flights
• Operate within an 8 on / 6 off rotation schedule with 12-hour duty shifts
• Support international missions and dynamic operational needs
Requirements
• ATP Certificate (or ability to obtain)
• 1,500 total flight hours
• 250 multi-engine hours
• 250 PIC hours
• First Class Medical (or ability to obtain and maintain)
• Valid U.S. Passport
• Ability to obtain HS-125-800 Type Rating
• Eligibility for Chinese “C” class visa
• Ability to live in or relocate to Birmingham, AL
Preferred Qualifications
• Previous Part 135 experience
• Multi-crew and international operations experience
Benefits
• $15,000 sign-on bonus (training completion required)
• $40,000 retention bonus (3-year program)
• Up to $5,000 relocation assistance
• Annual salary increases (merit-based)
• Comprehensive benefits (via GMR)
Aircraft
• Hawker 800 (HS-125 series)
Location
Birmingham, AL
