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Ascent Global Logistics

First Officer, MD-80

Ascent Global Logistics, Belleville, Michigan, us, 48112

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About USA Jet Within the robust framework of Ascent Global Logistics, USA Jet consistently delivers crucial time‑sensitive airlift services, reinforcing the supply chains of esteemed customer partners. Based at Willow Run Airport in Belleville, MI, with over 44 years of service in domestic and U.S. to Canada, Mexico and South America cargo transportation, USA Jet is recognized as a trailblazer in the North American air cargo industry.

Our Guiding Principles At the core of Ascent's culture is a strong commitment to excellence, driven by the passion and dedication of every team member. We're equally dedicated to going above and beyond for our customers, ensuring this commitment extends beyond our team and brings exceptional value to those we serve. We aim for perfect execution in everything we do and ‘play hard’ by creating an environment where tasks are performed with a can‑do attitude from start to finish. We ‘play smart’ by delivering on our commitments in an honest, fair and ethical manner. We treat every person with whom we interface with the utmost dignity and respect. We understand that our teammates are our most valuable assets, so we ‘play together’ by making every effort to provide a professional and enjoyable experience, enabling careers to flourish and personal growth to be achieved.

What You’ll Do

First Officers report to the Chief Pilot administratively and to his or her assigned Captain functionally during FAR 121 duty periods.

He/She must be knowledgeable of the USA Jet General Operations Manual, FARs, OpSpecs, Aircraft Flight Manual, and other instructions pertinent to his/her duties

Determines that he/she meets the flight and duty time limitation, is adequately rested, and in proper uniform

He/She shall keep the PIC appraised per the Company SOP in all phases of flight. At the discretion of the PIC, the Second‑in‑Command may be requested to perform additional duties as follows:

Filing, opening, or closing flight plans

Conducting preflight and post‑flight inspections

Checking to ensure required documents, navigational aids, manuals, and equipment are on board

Participate or facilitate in the loading/off‑loading of cargo and/or passengers, as applicable

Supervises or completes the securing of cargo, cargo nets, and flight crew barrier

Determining that carry‑on items are properly stowed

Brief couriers or jumpseaters

Perform ATC Communications

The FO is considered in training for upgrading to Captain and is expected to take advantage of all Captain instructions and information available

Assists other Crewmembers as necessary

Execute applicable ground security requirements as mandated by the TSA. Duties shall include but not be limited to:

Ground Security Coordinator (GSC)

Aircraft security requirements

Cargo security requirements

Security requirements for other authorized persons

Ensure that all air cargo is accepted, inspected, loaded, and secured aboard the aircraft in accordance with all applicable domestic/ international regulatory and Company requirements

Responsible to actively participate in USA Jet Safety Programs and Safety Management System. Required to report all safety concerns in a timely manner. Required to ensure that they and their co‑workers are performing their functions in the safest possible manner. Required to follow the standards of the Occupational Safety and Health organization with legal authority at the location at which they are working

What You’ll Bring

Must hold the appropriate licenses and certificates as defined in this manual

Must complete the training, checking, and qualification requirements defined in USA Jet approved/accepted manuals

Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently

Must maintain a valid U.S. / state driver’s license

Must be physically able to operate company vehicles and equipment on airport and over‑the‑road

Must maintain a valid passport (U.S. or other nation).

Must be able to travel for work and training as required

Successful candidates must pass an initial, and random, Drug and Alcohol screening process as required by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and a fingerprint based criminal history records check and/or Security Threat Assessment (STA) as required by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).

Ascent’s Competitive Benefits

401(k) and employer matching

Life Insurance

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Short- & Long‑Term Disability

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Wellness Program

Paid Holidays

Employee Recognition Programs

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Overtime, Differential, Trip & Bonus Pay

Additional Considerations

Employment is not contingent upon COVID‑19 vaccination status

May be required to work near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions

Noise levels may be moderate to loud when aircraft is taxiing in the area

Seniority level

Seniority level: Internship

Employment type

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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