What are the responsibilities and job description for the LR-JET Series – Second in Command (SIC) position at Aery Aviation, LLC?
Who We Are Looking For
Primary Headquarters: Newport News, VA
Travel: Occasional OCONUS deployments (30–60 days) – Hawaii, Alaska, Guam, Australia, NATO locations
Preferred Experience
(Not required — training provided where applicable)
If this opportunity excites you, come join our team! For Aery Aviation, the question isn’t: “Can we?” When others are limited in the common approach, Aery Aviation jumps into higher gear asking, “How can we do this?” and then proceeds into problem-solving for customers. This is what customers appreciate most about Aery Aviation - avid tenacity. It’s not cookie cutter production that Aery Aviation is cultivating; it is projects that inspire the Aery Aviation work-family to come together and brainstorm, excited to come to work every day because there is always something inventive and interesting to work on.
Our Benefits
We offer the right candidate the chance to join a forward-thinking organization, supported by a competitive compensation and benefits package. Learn more about Aery Aviation, LLC at www.aeryaviation.com.
Aery Aviation, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
At Aery Aviation, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
About Aery Aviation LLC
Aery Aviation, LLC is an aviation services organization whose focus is on the engineering, certification, and production associated with aircraft modifications. Our team has significant experience spanning everything from single engine ISR aircraft for government utilization to widebody VVIP interior completions. From design to delivery, Aery provides turnkey, bespoke solutions for our clientele.
- We are looking for experienced Second in Command to support our LR-JET series aircraft in partnership with the U.S. Navy. This role supports scheduled missions with a dynamic work–life balance and flexible scheduling options. Candidates must be able to participate in all required pre‑flight briefings and post‑flight debriefings.
Primary Headquarters: Newport News, VA
Travel: Occasional OCONUS deployments (30–60 days) – Hawaii, Alaska, Guam, Australia, NATO locations
Preferred Experience
(Not required — training provided where applicable)
- Air Carrier experience
- Ability to work in and foster a team environment.
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of aircraft systems and limitations of all aircraft flown.
- Reside or relocate within 30 minutes of NZY Airport.
- Able to work various shifts and schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Prior military aviation experience (tactical aircraft strongly preferred)
- Target & Banner Towing
- Stand-Off Jamming
- Electronic Attack
- U.S. Citizenship (mandatory for work at this U.S. Government location)
- Valid U.S. Passport
- Secret Security Clearance (active preferred; ability to obtain after hire required
- Minimum of 1,000 Hours of total pilot time in fixed wing aircraft
- Learjet or similar aircraft experience
- FAA First Class Medical Certificate
- Must be able to lift/move up to 75 lbs on occasion
- Must maintain an FAA Flight Physical
- Strong knowledge of:
- Flight Operations and Ground Procedures
- FAA Regulations
- Operations Specifications
- Assigned aircraft flight manuals
If this opportunity excites you, come join our team! For Aery Aviation, the question isn’t: “Can we?” When others are limited in the common approach, Aery Aviation jumps into higher gear asking, “How can we do this?” and then proceeds into problem-solving for customers. This is what customers appreciate most about Aery Aviation - avid tenacity. It’s not cookie cutter production that Aery Aviation is cultivating; it is projects that inspire the Aery Aviation work-family to come together and brainstorm, excited to come to work every day because there is always something inventive and interesting to work on.
Our Benefits
We offer the right candidate the chance to join a forward-thinking organization, supported by a competitive compensation and benefits package. Learn more about Aery Aviation, LLC at www.aeryaviation.com.
Aery Aviation, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
At Aery Aviation, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
About Aery Aviation LLC
Aery Aviation, LLC is an aviation services organization whose focus is on the engineering, certification, and production associated with aircraft modifications. Our team has significant experience spanning everything from single engine ISR aircraft for government utilization to widebody VVIP interior completions. From design to delivery, Aery provides turnkey, bespoke solutions for our clientele.