Hawaiian Airlines | A320 First Officer

First Officer - Hawaiian Airlines

Hawaiian Airlines extends a warm invitation to qualified First Officers to join its esteemed Flight Crew. Dedicated to welcoming guests with Hawaiian hospitality and aloha, the airline fosters a culture rooted in caring for its people, its home in the islands, and the communities it serves. Professionals joining Hawaiian Airlines become part of an exciting team committed to serving kama‘āina and introducing the world to the beauty of Hawaiʻi.

As a Hawaiian Airlines First Officer, professionals are offered diverse opportunities to pilot a variety of aircraft across several stage lengths, each providing distinct schedules and lifestyles. The B717 fleet operates seamlessly throughout the Hawaiian Islands, allowing crew members to remain closer to home. Mid-range flights between Hawaii and the West Coast, as well as the South Pacific, are served by the A321neo aircraft. For longer domestic and international routes featuring extended layovers, the widebody A330-200s and the new B787-9 Dreamliners (joining the fleet starting early 2024) are utilized. Furthermore, a new cargo partnership allows pilots to be based on the US mainland and operate A330-300 freighters for Prime Air.

First Officer Responsibilities

First Officers are responsible for operating regularly scheduled passenger and cargo services to destinations within the United States and internationally. This role requires holding a Federal Air Transport Pilot rating and certification in the specific aircraft type flown.

Required Qualifications:

• FAA ATP certified, Airplane Multiengine Land with English proficient endorsement required
• Valid First Class Medical Certificate
• Valid FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit
• Minimum 1,500 total flight hours
• Minimum 1,000 fixed wing hours
• High school diploma or its equivalent
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance
• Valid Passport with at least six months validity remaining at time of employment
• Must be eligible to work in the United States; this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship, such as an H-1B visa, by Hawaiian Airlines
• Ability to travel immediately and repeatedly to any location, domestic or international, where Hawaiian Airlines flies
• Must be able to obtain a Flight Crew Visa to all of Hawaiian Airlines’ destinations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to use sound judgment in decision making
• Able to work effectively within diverse teams
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to maintain composure under pressure

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1000 hours turbine as PIC (as defined by FAR Part 1)
• Turbojet/turbo prop experience in complex flying environments
• College degree

Hawaiian Airlines is dedicated to offering a comprehensive total rewards package designed to attract, engage, and retain top talent. The rewards structure includes a competitive base salary coupled with variable compensation opportunities. The expected pay range for this position is $87.00 per hour. Hawaiian Airlines also offers a $10,000 sign-on bonus for pilots joining the ‘Ohana. Compensation is determined by a candidate’s experience, qualifications, and market/business considerations.

As identified by DOT regulations (14 CFR part 120), this position performs safety-sensitive functions and requires pre-employment testing in accordance with Federal Regulations for specified substances. A negative test result is mandatory for employment. In addition to routine employment eligibility verification, candidates must provide documentation proving current country of citizenship and birthplace upon hire.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their application.

About Hawaiian Airlines:

Now in its 95th year of continuous service, Hawaiian Airlines is Hawaiʻi’s largest and longest-serving airline. It offers approximately 150 daily flights within the Hawaiian Islands, nonstop flights connecting Hawaiʻi and 16 U.S. gateway cities, and service linking Honolulu with destinations in American Samoa, Australia, Cook Islands, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea, and Tahiti. Recognized among the top domestic airlines serving Hawaiʻi by consumer surveys, Hawaiian Airlines was also named Hawaiʻi’s best employer by Forbes in 2024 and topped Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best list as the No. 1 U.S. airline for the past two years. The airline has also consistently led U.S. carriers in on-time performance for 18 consecutive years (2004-2021).

Committed to connecting people with aloha, Hawaiian Airlines offers complimentary meals on transpacific routes, convenience with no change fees on Main Cabin and Premium Cabin seats, and HawaiianMiles members benefit from miles that never expire. As Hawaiʻi’s hometown airline, Hawaiian encourages guests to Travel Pono and experience the islands safely and respectfully. Hawaiian Airlines, Inc. is a subsidiary of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

Job Details:

• Job Schedule: Full-Time
• Category: Pilots
• Rate: $87