ERJ-145 First Officer

Contour Aviation · Carolina, Puerto Rico, United States

💼 Full time 📅 Posted today Listed until 22 Nov 2026

First Officer ERJ-145 Non Type-Rated Airline

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Aircraft type

ERJ-145

Base

Carolina, Puerto Rico, United States

Contract

Full time

Role

First Officer

Type rating

Non Type-Rated

Employer type

Airline

Min. total time

500 hrs

Licence required

FAA CPL

Salary

USD 36,000–44,959.07 per year

About the role

Contour Airlines is a long-established aviation services company with diverse capabilities. At Contour Airlines, our core values are at the heart of everything we do and every decision we make. Constant throughout all of our lines of business is a commitment to integrity and safety. Our team members consistently display an attitude of excellence and the ability to think like a customer. We recognize that there is strength in unity and work together as a team to accomplish our ambitious goals.

We are currently seeking First Officers for our Embraer Regional Jet 135/145 (ERJ) fleet. The ideal candidate will be a team player who strives for excellence, maintains professionalism in all operations, and consistently upholds our culture of safety, service, and integrity. Spanish-speaking skills are a plus, but not a requirement.

Summary of Essential Duties

Put safety above all operational priorities.
Operate aircraft in full compliance with schedules and FAA regulations.
Perform all assigned duties in accordance with Company manuals and policies.
Conduct diligent preflight planning and prepare accurate flight plans.
Deliver excellent customer service to passengers.
Ensure aircraft cleanliness and readiness with required safety provisions on board.
Maintain professional appearance in accordance with Company uniform policy.
Other duties as assigned by leadership.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
Valid driver’s license with good driving record.
Current passport required.
Commercial, multi-engine land license with instrument airplane rating.
First-class medical (verified at interview).
Authorized to work in the United States and able to travel in and out of the U.S.
Fluent in English with English Proficiency Endorsement (EPE).
Able to pass: 10-year work history review, criminal history records check, reference check, national driver’s record check.
No excessive check ride failures.
Must pass DOT-required pre-employment drug screen and FAA/Company random drug and alcohol tests.
Strong interpersonal, leadership, and organizational skills.
Professional demeanor with a positive, customer-oriented mindset.
Ability to work in fast-paced, stressful situations under tight time constraints.
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
Ability to lift 75 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.
Flexible availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
Must live within 120 minutes of assigned base during duty period.
No previous aviation-related accidents or incidents.
Ability to work safely while adhering to OSHA, EPA, state, and federal regulations.

Minimum and Recommended Flight Times

Total Time: 500 hours minimum / 1000 hours recommended
Multi-Engine Time: 25 hours minimum / 100 hours recommended.

Package highlights

Starting salary: $36,000 annually, with yearly increases up to $44,959.07 based on performance.
Pay incentives available for additional trips worked or assigned (outlined in Scheduled Pilot Work Rules).
Health, vision, and dental insurance; short- and long-term disability; voluntary life insurance (effective the first of the month after hire).
401(k) savings plan with Company match up to 6%.
Paid sick leave (up to 56 hours annually, rolling to 480 hours).
Vested vacation hours beginning January 1st after hire date.
NRSA (non-revenue/space available) travel privileges on Contour Airlines upon hire and access to MyID Travel after 6 months of service
Leaves of absence including medical, parental, personal, etc.

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