First Officer - Alaska Airlines & Hawaiian Airlines

Position Overview

Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines seek highly professional and safety-conscious pilots to serve as First Officers. This union-represented position is integral to upholding the airlines' core values of safety, performance, integrity, and care. First Officers are dedicated to ensuring the safety and comfort of all guests while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism throughout their careers.

Role Summary

The First Officer functions as the Second in Command, responsible for the safe transport of passengers, mail, and freight. This role demands unwavering adherence to Federal Aviation Regulations, company flight procedures, and policies to ensure flight safety. The First Officer is expected to conduct business with utmost professionalism, operate company aircraft in accordance with established standards and flight manuals, and maintain clear communication with all required agencies and personnel. A comprehensive understanding of applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) and the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM) is essential.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Serve as Second in Command for the transport of passengers, mail, and freight for commercial purposes.
Ensure strict compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations, Company Flight Procedures, and Company Policies on all scheduled flights and routes to guarantee flight safety.
Maintain a professional demeanor and conduct business in a professional manner at all times.
Operate company aircraft in full adherence to established Qualification Standards, Flight Manual operating procedures, and all relevant policies.
Communicate effectively with all required agencies and personnel, following Company Communication Practices.
Possess knowledge commensurate with an Airline Transport Pilot certificate holder, including a thorough understanding of all applicable FARs and AIM.

Job-Specific Experience, Education & Skills

Alaska Airlines Seniority List Requirements

Required:

Minimum of 1,500 hours of total documented flight time.
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 into 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 must also have appropriate travel documentation.
Ability to travel immediately and repeatedly to any domestic or international location served by Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines.
FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument-Airplane rating.
All aeronautical experience requirements for an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) in the Airplane category, as set forth in 14 CFR §61.159.
Current ATP written exam.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
Valid Driver’s License issued by a U.S. state or U.S. territory.
Willingness to accept domicile in Seattle, WA; Los Angeles, CA; Anchorage, AK; Portland, OR; or San Francisco, CA.
Excellent judgment, leadership skills, demonstrated commandability, and maturity.
Professional demeanor and appearance.
Ability to utilize sound judgment in decision-making.
Capacity to maintain composure under pressure.
Minimum age of 23 years.
Authorization to work in the U.S.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred:

Four-year degree from an accredited university.
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 flying environment.

Hawaiian Airlines Seniority List Requirements

Required:

Minimum of 1,500 hours of total documented flight time.
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 into 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 must also have appropriate travel documentation.
Ability to travel immediately and repeatedly to any domestic or international location served by Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines.
FAA ATP certified, Airplane Multiengine Land with English proficient endorsement.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
Valid Driver’s License issued by a U.S. state or U.S. territory.
Willingness to accept domicile in Seattle, WA; Honolulu, HI; or Cincinnati, OH.
Excellent judgment, leadership skills, demonstrated commandability, and maturity.
Professional demeanor and appearance.
Ability to utilize sound judgment in decision-making.
Capacity to maintain composure under pressure.
Minimum age of 23 years.
Authorization 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 flying environment.

Job-Specific Leadership Expectations

Candidates are expected to embody the core values of the airlines: Own Safety, Do the Right Thing, Be Caring and Kind, and Deliver Performance.

Salary Details

Alaska Airlines Seniority List Pay Details:

First year 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 Pay Details:

First year pay rate: $87.00 (per contract)
Monthly pay guarantee: 75 hours
Reserve pay guarantee: 75 hours (long call); 75 hours (short call)

Total Rewards

Compensation and benefits may vary by company, location, scheduled hours, length of employment, and employment status.

Compensation is per the collective bargaining agreement.
Complimentary stand-by 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 careers site and view benefits.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employment Type: Regular

Application Deadline: Apply by 7:00 PM Pacific Time on 12/31/2025

Requisition ID: 2025-15062

Category: Pilots

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Horizon Air are committed to equal employment opportunities in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected categories are strictly prohibited. The airlines maintain an EEO Compliance Program under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veteran’s Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (VEVRAA). All employment decisions are based on valid job requirements, and all personnel actions are administered without regard to protected characteristics. Employees and applicants are protected from retaliation for engaging in protected activities related to equal opportunity.

Government Contractor & Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations

Applicants are advised that post-offer and/or pre-employment drug testing will be conducted to screen for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, phencyclidine (PCP), and amphetamines or their metabolites, in accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR part 40). A positive drug test or failure to submit to testing will result in ineligibility for employment.

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