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Second In Pilot Jobs in Kansas (NOW HIRING)

Koch Industries

Pilot

Wichita, KS · On-site

Operate company aircraft safely and efficiently as a Pilot in Command (PIC) or Second in Command (SIC) in accordance with FAA regulations and company standards. * Deliver exceptional service and ...

Koch

Pilot

Wichita, KS · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

Operate company aircraft safely and efficiently as a Pilot in Command (PIC) or Second in Command (SIC) in accordance with FAA regulations and company standards. * Deliver exceptional service and ...

Koch

Pilot (Wichita)

Wichita, KS · On-site

Operate company aircraft safely and efficiently as a Pilot in Command (PIC) or Second in Command (SIC) in accordance with FAA regulations and company standards. * Deliver exceptional service and ...

Global Medical Response

Fixed Wing Pilot

Wichita, KS · On-site

$94K - $104K/yr

If your passion is flying and you want to work in an environment where every second counts, contact us today! Position: Fixed Wing Pilot Location : Wichita, KA Airframe: King Air C90/200 Schedule: 7 ...

Global Medical Response

Fixed Wing Pilot

Wichita, KS · On-site

$94K - $104K/yr

If your passion is flying and you want to work in an environment where every second counts, contact us today! Position: Fixed Wing Pilot Location : Wichita, KA Airframe: King Air C90/200 Schedule: 7 ...

Global Medical Response

Fixed Wing Pilot

Wichita, KS

$94K - $104K/yr

If your passion is flying and you want to work in an environment where every second counts, contact us today! Position: Fixed Wing Pilot Location : Wichita, KA Airframe: King Air C90/200 Schedule: 7 ...

Global Medical Response

Fixed Wing Pilot

Wichita, KS · On-site

$94K - $104K/yr

If your passion is flying and you want to work in an environment where every second counts, contact us today! Position: Fixed Wing Pilot Location : Wichita, KA Airframe: King Air C90/200 Schedule: 7 ...

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What is a second in pilot?

A Second In Pilot, often referred to as a First Officer or Co-Pilot, is a licensed pilot who assists the Captain (Pilot in Command) in operating an aircraft. They share flying duties, help with navigation, communication, and monitoring aircraft systems. Second In Pilots are essential for ensuring flight safety, supporting the Captain, and stepping in to take control if necessary. They also play a significant role in pre-flight checks, emergency procedures, and communicating with air traffic control.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a second in pilot?

To excel as a Second In Pilot (First Officer), you need a valid commercial pilot license, strong aeronautical knowledge, and experience with flight operations. Familiarity with flight management systems (FMS), aircraft-specific avionics, and regulatory compliance tools is typically required, along with certifications such as an Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL). Excellent communication, teamwork, and decision-making skills help you coordinate effectively with the captain and crew, especially under pressure. These competencies are crucial for ensuring flight safety, regulatory adherence, and smooth operation of commercial flights.

What are common challenges faced by a second in pilot, and how can they be addressed?

Second In Pilots often face challenges such as adapting to varying flight schedules, maintaining situational awareness under pressure, and efficiently communicating with the Captain and crew. It's essential to stay up-to-date with standard operating procedures and regularly participate in simulator training to sharpen decision-making skills. Building strong teamwork and clear communication habits with other crew members also helps address these challenges and supports safe, efficient flight operations.

What is the difference between Second In Pilot vs First Officer?

AspectSecond In PilotFirst Officer
CertificationsCommercial Pilot License (CPL), Second In Pilot certificationCommercial Pilot License (CPL), First Officer certification
Work EnvironmentAssists the Captain, operates as part of the flight crewShares flying duties, supports the Captain
Role in FlightSupports the Captain, may handle specific flight segmentsPrimary pilot during flight, responsible for navigation and safety

The Second In Pilot and First Officer roles are both essential flight crew positions requiring similar certifications. The Second In Pilot typically assists the Captain and may operate specific flight segments, while the First Officer is the primary pilot during flight, sharing flying duties and decision-making responsibilities. Both roles work closely within the cockpit, but the First Officer often has more flying authority and experience.

What is a good second career for a second in pilot?

A second in pilot can transition to careers such as airline captain, flight instructor, or corporate pilot, leveraging their flying experience and knowledge of aviation regulations. Skills in navigation, safety procedures, and communication are valuable in roles like aviation safety inspector or aircraft maintenance supervisor. Additional certifications or ratings may be required for some positions.

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Part Time Second in Command - Wichita East

FlightSafety International

Wichita, KS • On-site

Part-time

Posted 7 days ago

FlightSafety International rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

8th of 226 rated education and training

Job description

About FlightSafety International

FlightSafety International is the world’s premier professional aviation training company and supplier of flight simulators, visual systems and displays to commercial, government and military organizations. The company provides training for pilots, technicians and other aviation professionals from 167 countries and independent territories. FlightSafety operates the world’s largest fleet of advanced full-flight simulators and award-winning maintenance training at Learning Centers and training locations in the United States, Canada, France and the United Kingdom.

Purpose of Position

The Part-Time Simulator Second in Command is responsible for maintaining currency in assigned programs in order to act as “Second-In-Command” for both internal and external Customer Pilots for Recurrent, Initial or generic training courses within the established training curriculum, by performing the following duties:

Location

The ideal candidate will reside within the Wichita, Kansas metropolitan area.  

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Act as Second-in-Command (SIC) for clients training in multi-crew aircraft who have come to training without a flying partner. In that capacity, will serve as a competent Second-in-Command and will not be performing instructional duties.

• Maintain SIC pilot qualification in accordance with the requirements of the programs to which he or she is assigned.

• Maintain SIC qualification in accordance with FlightSafety International’s Quality Management Systems (QMS) processes and procedures.

• Keep current all certificates, ratings and designations required to perform duties as an SIC.

• Act as SIC in various types of aircraft for Part 142, Part 135, and non-FAA clients as required.

Minimum Education
  • High school diploma or Certificate of High School Equivalency (G.E.D. - demonstrated satisfactory performance in the General Educational Development Testing Program) with two to three (2-3) years' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum Experience

Prior to SIC duties: the applicant for SIC must have the following certificates in his/her possession prior to the start of an assignment as an SIC;

• Commercial Pilot Certificate with appropriate category, class and instrument ratings; minimum of 450 hours.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
  • Fluency in English, through both verbal and written communications; able to speak, understand, read and write
  • Excellent cockpit verbal communication skills
  • Ability to interact with various Customers in a professional manner
  • Ability to adapt to changing schedules and high-pressure situations
  • A second language may be required in some Learning Centers to meet particular needs.
Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee may be required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.

Must possess physical range of body motion to perform the following:

1. Reach, exert pressure and manipulate the rudder controls and/or anti-torque with both feet.

2. Reach and manipulate numerous controls within the Simulator device.

3. Enter and exit from the Simulator device via the provided ramp.

4. Exit from malfunctioned Simulator while the device is in a severely pitched attitude.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, risk of radiation, and vibration.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

FlightSafety is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of required compliance reviews, including verification that the candidate is not prohibited from employment under U.S. economic sanctions programs administered by the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC).

This position may require access to export-controlled technology or services subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Employment consideration and any offer of employment are contingent upon the applicant’s ability to comply with these requirements, including qualifying as a “U.S. Person” under applicable regulations or otherwise eligible for export authorization within a timeframe consistent with business needs. A “U.S. Person” includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (holders of approved and unexpired green cards), and certain refugees or asylees with protected status under U.S. law.

This position may also require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance for the duration of employment.

Cybersecurity Notice: All official recruiting communication from FlightSafety International will come from an @flightsafety.com email address.  FlightSafety International will never ask for personal or financial information through social media or third-party email providers.

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