Horizon Air - First Officer Experienced
Horizon Air is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated First Officer Experienced to join its esteemed team. The First Officer is responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient transport of passengers, mail, and freight while upholding the highest standards of professionalism. This is a union-represented position offering competitive compensation and career advancement opportunities, including a pathway to Alaska Airlines.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as Second in Command, sharing responsibility for all aspects of flight operations, including pre-flight preparation, safe flight execution, and post-flight duties.
- Adhere to all Federal Aviation Regulations (FAA), Company Flight Procedures, and Company Policies to ensure the utmost safety during scheduled flights and routes.
- Coordinate with ground personnel to facilitate flight fueling, loading, passenger handling, and other related tasks.
- Collaborate effectively with fellow crew members and other operational departments as a valued team member.
- Maintain a professional image, adhering to grooming standards and exhibiting exemplary demeanor as a key representative of Horizon Air.
Job-Specific Experience, Education & Skills:
Required:
- A minimum of 200 hours of FAA-approved Prior Qualifying Time to serve as pilot in command in part 121 operations (per FAR § 121.436(a)(3)), with verifiable proof. Qualifying experience includes:
- 200 hours as second in command at a part 121 carrier (per FAR § 121.436(a)(3)); or
- 200 hours as pilot in command at a part 91 carrier flying a multi-engine turbine-powered fixed-wing or powered-lift aircraft with an Airline transport pilot license and an applicable type rating (per FAR § 91.1053(a)(2)(i)); or
- 200 hours as pilot in command at a part 135 carrier in passenger-carrying operations of a turbojet airplane with a passenger-seat configuration, excluding each crewmember seat, of 10 seats of more (per FAR § 135.243(a)(1)); or
- 200 hours as pilot in command at a part 135 carrier in passenger-carrying operations of a multiengine airplane in a commuter operation (per FAR § 135.243(a)(1)); or
- 200 hours as pilot in command at a part 135 carrier holding an airline transport pilot certificate and if required appropriate type rating for that airplane (per FAR § 135.243(a)(1)); or
- 200 hours of military flight time obtained as pilot in command of a multiengine turbine-powered, fixed-wing airplane or powered-lift aircraft in an operation requiring more than one pilot (per FAR § 121.436 (c)).
- A minimum of 1,465 hours of total flight time or R-ATP qualified.
- 500 hours of cross-country flight time or 200 if R-ATP or military qualified.
- 100 hours of night flight time.
- 250 total hours of flight time as pilot in command including 100 hours of cross-country flight time and 25 hours of night flight time.
- 75 hours of instrument flight time in actual or simulated instrument conditions.
- 25 hours of multi-engine flight time.
- FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with multi-engine and instrument ratings.
- Current First-Class FAA Medical Certificate.
- FCC permit restricted radiotelephone operator.
- Valid passport allowing unrestricted travel to and from the U.S.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Excellent judgment, leadership skills, demonstrated command ability, and maturity.
- Willingness to accept a base assignment in Seattle, WA; Portland, OR; Spokane, WA; Boise, ID; Medford, OR; Anchorage, AK or Everett, WA based on company need.
- Willingness to work multiple days away from home, working a varied schedule, including weekends and holidays without restrictions.
- Ability to communicate fluently in English.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum age of 21 years old.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Preferred:
- 100 hours of multi-engine flight time.
- 100 hours flown in the last 12 months.
- Four-year degree from an accredited University.
Benefits:
Horizon Air offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including:
- Experienced Hire Bonus up to $25,000 for those with 1,000+ hours of prior qualifying time.
- Prior Part 121 Longevity Pay Credit: Year-for-year longevity pay is contingent upon the pilot maintaining a permanent bid preferencing all Captain positions as his/her highest priority bids.
- First-year pay rate: $92.72.
- Monthly pay guarantee (jet): 75 credit hours.
- Reserve pay guarantee: 73 credit hours.
- Free stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines & Horizon Air.
- Comprehensive well-being programs including medical, dental and vision benefits.
- Generous 401k match program.
- Quarterly and annual bonus plans.
- Generous holiday and paid time off.
Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air pay and benefits can vary by company, location, number of regularly scheduled hours worked, length of employment, and employment status.
Additional Information:
This position is FLSA Exempt and considered Regular employment.
Apply by 7:00 PM Pacific Time on 10/1/2025.
Horizon Air is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.