First Officer - Alaska Airlines & Hawaiian Airlines
Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines seek qualified First Officers to join their flight operations teams in locations including Seattle, WA; Los Angeles, CA; Anchorage, AK; Portland, OR; San Francisco, CA; Honolulu, HI; and Cincinnati, OH. This union-represented position is responsible for ensuring passenger safety and a positive travel experience while upholding the highest standards of professionalism.
About the Role
As a First Officer (FO), the incumbent will serve as Second in Command, responsible for the safe transport of passengers, mail, and freight. Key duties include strict adherence to Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), company flight procedures, and policies. The role demands professional conduct at all times, proficient operation of company aircraft in accordance with qualification standards and flight manual procedures, and clear communication with all relevant agencies and personnel. The First Officer must possess knowledge commensurate with an Airline Transport Pilot certificate holder and comprehensive understanding of applicable FARs and the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM).
Requirements
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Minimum of 1,500 hours of total documented flight time.
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Current First Class FAA Medical Certificate.
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Minimum of 500 hours of fixed-wing turbine time (airplane and powered lift combined).
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Current passport with unlimited access in and out of the United States, with at least six months of validity remaining at time of employment.
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Ability to travel immediately and repeatedly to any domestic or international location served by Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines.
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FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument-Airplane rating.
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All aeronautical experience requirements for an ATP, Airplane category rating, as set forth in 14 CFR ยง61.159.
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Current ATP written exam.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
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Comfortable with domiciles in specified locations (Seattle, WA; Los Angeles, CA; Anchorage, AK; Portland, OR; San Francisco, CA for Alaska Airlines; Seattle, WA; Honolulu, HI; Cincinnati, OH for Hawaiian Airlines).
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Excellent judgment, leadership skills, demonstrated commandability, and maturity.
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Professional demeanor and appearance.
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Ability to use sound judgment in decision-making.
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Ability to maintain composure under pressure.
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Minimum 23 years of age.
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Authorized to work in the U.S.
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High school diploma or equivalent.
Qualifications (Preferred)
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Four-year degree from an accredited university.
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FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate.
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500 hours of multi-engine airplane time.
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Minimum of 50 hours of flight time within the last 12 months.
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500 hours of turbine PIC time.
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Turbojet/turbo prop experience in a complex flying environment.