Hawaiian Airlines | First Officer

First Officer - Alaska Airlines / Hawaiian Airlines

Job Overview

Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines are seeking dedicated and professional First Officers to join their esteemed flight crews. As a pilot, the individual will embody the company's core values, including a profound commitment to safety, delivering exceptional performance, and consistently demonstrating care and kindness towards guests and colleagues. This union-represented position plays a critical role in ensuring the safety and positive experience of all passengers.

Role Summary

The First Officer is responsible for co-piloting flights, ensuring the utmost safety of all passengers and maintaining a high level of professionalism. This role is integral to delivering a positive guest experience on every journey.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform duties as Second in Command for the transportation of passengers, mail, or freight for commercial purposes.
• Adhere strictly to Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), Company Flight Procedures, and Company Policies on all scheduled flights and routes to guarantee flight safety.
• Conduct all business activities with a consistently professional manner and demeanor.
• Operate company aircraft in accordance with established Qualification Standards, Flight Manual operating procedures, and company policies.
• Communicate effectively with all required agencies and personnel, adhering to Company Communication Practices.
• Possess knowledge commensurate with the holder of an Airline Transport Pilot Certificate, including a comprehensive understanding of applicable FARs and the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM).

Qualifications and Experience

Alaska Airlines Seniority List Requirements:

Required:

• 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 a current passport with unlimited access in and out of the United States, with at least six months of validity remaining at the time of employment. Employees with non-U.S. passports require appropriate travel documentation.
• Ability to travel immediately and repeatedly to domestic and international locations served by Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines.
• FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with an Instrument-Airplane rating.
• Completion of all aeronautical experience requirements for an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate with an Airplane category rating, as set forth in 14 CFR §61.159.
• Current ATP written exam passed.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• A valid Driver’s License issued by a U.S. state or U.S. territory.
• Comfort with domiciles in Seattle, WA; Los Angeles, CA; Anchorage, AK; Portland, OR; San Francisco, CA.
• Demonstrated excellent judgment, leadership skills, commandability, and maturity.
• Professional demeanor and appearance.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in decision-making.
• Capacity to maintain composure under pressure.
• Minimum age of 23 years.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred:

• Four-year degree from an accredited university.
• An FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate.
• 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.
• Turbojet/turboprop experience in a complex operational environment.

Hawaiian Airlines Seniority List Requirements:

Required:

• 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 a current passport with unlimited access in and out of the United States, with at least six months of validity remaining at the time of employment. Employees with non-U.S. passports require appropriate travel documentation.
• Ability to travel immediately and repeatedly to domestic and international locations served by Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines.
• FAA ATP certified, Airplane Multiengine Land with English proficiency endorsement required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• A valid Driver’s License issued by a U.S. state or U.S. territory.
• Comfort with domiciles in Seattle, WA; Honolulu, HI; Cincinnati, OH.
• Demonstrated excellent judgment, leadership skills, commandability, and maturity.
• Professional demeanor and appearance.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in decision-making.
• Capacity to maintain composure under pressure.
• Minimum age of 23 years.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred:

• Four-year degree from an accredited university.
• 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.
• Turbojet/turboprop experience in a complex operational environment.

Job-Specific Leadership Expectations

Candidates are expected to embody the company's core values, demonstrating a commitment to owning safety, doing the right thing, being caring and kind, and delivering exceptional performance in all aspects of their role.

Compensation and Benefits

Pay Details:

• Alaska Seniority List: First year pay rate: $124.72 per hour (per contract). Monthly pay guarantee: 70 hours. Reserve pay guarantee: 75 hours (long call); 84 hours (short call).
• Hawaiian Seniority List: First year pay rate: $87.00 per hour (per contract). Monthly pay guarantee: 75 hours. Reserve pay guarantee: 75 hours (long call); 75 hours (short call).

Total Rewards:

Pay and benefits may vary based on the specific company (Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, or Horizon Air), location, scheduled hours, length of employment, and employment status. This role is compensated according to the collective bargaining agreement.

• Free standby travel privileges on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Horizon Air (flight processing fees may apply).
• Comprehensive well-being programs, including medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous 401k contribution and matching program.
• Quarterly and annual bonus plans.
• Generous holiday and paid time off.

For detailed information on Total Rewards, please visit the Alaska/Hawaiian/Horizon careers site.

Employment Details

• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Employment Type: Regular
• Application Deadline: December 31, 2025, by 7:00 PM Pacific Time.
• Primary Location: Seattle – Airport
• Job Locations: USA-WA-Seattle | USA-OR-Portland | USA-AK-Anchorage | USA-CA-San Francisco | USA-CA-Los Angeles | USA-KY-Hebron | USA-HI-Honolulu
• Requisition ID: 2025-15062
• Category: Pilots

Regulatory Information

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement: Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Horizon Air are committed to complying with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. Equal opportunity is provided in all terms, conditions, and benefits of employment. Discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories are prohibited. The companies have established an EEO Compliance Program under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veteran’s Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974. All employment decisions are based solely on valid job requirements, and personnel actions are administered without regard to protected categories.

Government Contractor & Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations: Applicants are advised that post-offer and/or pre-employment drug testing will be conducted to determine the presence of prohibited substances. Failure to submit to testing or positive test results will render an applicant ineligible for employment.