About Our Airlines
Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines are committed to delivering exceptional air travel experiences, embodying a shared dedication to safety, performance, integrity, and genuine care. These core values — "Own safety," "Deliver performance," "Do the right thing," and "Be caring and kind" — are at the heart of our operations and define the professional conduct of every pilot within our esteemed flight crew. Join a team where professionalism, guest satisfaction, and operational excellence are paramount.
Role Summary: First Officer
The First Officer serves as a crucial member of the flight deck, primarily responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient transport of passengers, mail, and freight, while contributing to a positive experience for all guests. This role demands unwavering professionalism, adherence to stringent aviation regulations, and a steadfast commitment to company policies. This is a union-represented position, offering the opportunity to contribute to a world-class aviation team.
Key Responsibilities
A First Officer at Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines is expected to:
- Perform as Second in Command in the transport of passengers, mail, freight, or for other commercial purposes.
- Ensure strict compliance with all Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), Company Flight Procedures, and Company Policies on scheduled flights and routes to guarantee the highest level of flight safety.
- Maintain a professional manner and demeanor at all times.
- Operate Company aircraft diligently, adhering to established Qualification Standards and all Flight Manual operating procedures and policies.
- Effectively communicate with all required agencies and personnel, following Company Communication Practices.
- Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge commensurate with an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate holder, including all aspects of applicable FARs and the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM).
Required Qualifications
Candidates for the First Officer position must meet the following general and seniority list-specific requirements:
General Requirements for Both Seniority Lists:
- Minimum of 1,500 hours of total documented flight time.
- A current First Class FAA Medical Certificate.
- Minimum of 500 hours of fixed-wing turbine time (airplane and powered lift combined).
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a current passport with unlimited access in and out of the United States, valid for at least six months beyond the date of employment. Employees with non-U.S. passports will also need any appropriate travel documentation.
- Ability to travel immediately and repeatedly to any domestic or international location served by Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- A valid Driver’s License issued by a U.S. state or territory.
- Excellent judgment, proven leadership skills, demonstrated commandability, and maturity.
- Professional demeanor and appearance.
- Ability to use sound judgment in decision-making and maintain composure under pressure.
- Minimum age of 23 years.
- Authorization to work in the U.S.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Specific Requirements for Alaska Airlines Seniority List:
- FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument-Airplane.
- All aeronautical experience requirements for an ATP, Airplane category rating, as set forth in 14 CFR §61.159.
- Current ATP written examination.
- Comfort with potential domiciles in Seattle, WA; Los Angeles, CA; Anchorage, AK; Portland, OR; and San Francisco, CA.
Specific Requirements for Hawaiian Airlines Seniority List:
- FAA ATP certified, Airplane Multiengine Land with English proficient endorsement required.
- Comfort with potential domiciles in Seattle, WA; Honolulu, HI; and Cincinnati, OH.
Preferred Qualifications
Highly qualified candidates will also possess:
- A four-year degree from an accredited university.
- An FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate (for Alaska seniority list).
- 500 hours of multi-engine airplane time.
- Minimum of 50 hours of flight time within the last 12 months.
- 500 hours of turbine Pilot in Command (PIC) time.
- Extensive turbojet/turboprop experience in a complex flying environment.
Compensation & Benefits
First-Year Compensation Details:
- Alaska Airlines Seniority List:
- First-year hourly pay rate: $124.72 (per contract)
- Monthly pay guarantee: 70 hours
- Reserve pay guarantee: 75 hours (long call); 84 hours (short call)
- Hawaiian Airlines Seniority List:
- First-year hourly pay rate: $87.00 (per contract)
- Monthly pay guarantee: 75 hours
- Reserve pay guarantee: 75 hours (long call); 75 hours (short call)
Please note that Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Horizon Air pay and benefits can vary by company, location, number of regularly scheduled hours worked, length of employment, and employment status. This role pays per collective bargaining agreement.
Comprehensive Total Rewards Package:
- Free stand-by travel privileges across Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Horizon Air networks (flight processing fees may apply).
- Robust well-being programs, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Generous 401(k) contribution and matching program.
- Eligibility for quarterly and annual bonus plans.
- Generous holiday and paid time off (PTO).
For more detailed information regarding Alaska, Hawaiian, and Horizon Total Rewards, prospective applicants are encouraged to review the benefits information.
Application Details
- FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
- Employment Type: Regular
- Application Deadline: December 31, 2025, by 7:00 PM Pacific Time
- Primary Job Locations: Seattle, WA; Portland, OR; Anchorage, AK; San Francisco, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Hebron, KY; Honolulu, HI.
- Requisition Type: Frontline
- Requisition ID: 2025-15062
- Job Category: Pilots
Regulatory Information
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement:
It is the policy of Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Horizon Air to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment and to ensure equal opportunity in all terms, conditions, and benefits of employment or potential employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.
An EEO Compliance Program has been established under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veteran’s Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (VEVRAA). All applicants and employees are treated without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. An audit and reporting system is maintained to allow for effective measurement of equal employment opportunity activities.
To implement this policy, qualified persons are recruited, hired, trained, and promoted in all job titles without unlawful discrimination. Employment decisions are based solely on valid job requirements, and all personnel actions and employment activities such as compensation, benefits, promotions, layoffs, return from layoff, company-sponsored programs, and tuition assistance are administered without regard to protected characteristics.
Employees and applicants for employment will not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion, or discrimination because they have engaged or may engage in filing a complaint, opposing any unlawful act or practice, exercising any other right protected by law (including Section 503 and VEVRAA), or assisting or participating in any investigation or compliance activity related to equal opportunity laws.
Government Contractor & Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations:
Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Horizon Air are regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT – regulations, 49 CFR Part 40). All applicants are advised that post-offer and/or pre-employment drug testing will be conducted to determine the presence of marijuana, cocaine, opioids, phencyclidine (PCP), and amphetamines or a metabolite of these drugs prior to any offer of employment or transfer into a safety-sensitive position. Failure to submit to testing or positive indications of drug use will render the applicant ineligible for employment with Alaska Airlines/Hawaiian Airlines/Horizon Air, and any employment offer will be withdrawn.