First Officer - Horizon Air

Horizon Air is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated First Officer to join its exceptional team. As a First Officer, the incumbent will be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient transport of passengers, mail, freight, or other commercial cargo while upholding the highest standards of professionalism. This union-represented position offers an attractive compensation package, development opportunities, and a potential pathway to Alaska Airlines.

Key Responsibilities:

Serve as Second in Command, diligently executing all phases of flight operations, encompassing preflight preparation, safe flight conduct, and comprehensive post-flight duties.
Adhere strictly to Federal Aviation Regulations (FAA), Company Flight Procedures, and Company Policies to guarantee flight safety on all scheduled flights and routes.
Coordinate effectively with ground personnel to facilitate flight fueling, loading, passenger handling, and associated tasks, ensuring the safe and efficient transport of passengers in accordance with company policies, procedures, the Flight Operations Manual (FOM), Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), and Code of Federal Regulations (CRFs).
Collaborate effectively as a team member, both within the flight deck utilizing Cockpit Resource Management (CRM) principles, and with other operational departments.
Maintain a professional image at all times, adhering to grooming standards and exhibiting exemplary demeanor, representing the company positively to both internal and external stakeholders.

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)). Candidates must provide proof of this flight time requirement, subject to verification by the System Chief Pilot and/or the Director of Operations. This requirement can be met through:
- 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 (200 hours 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, without a TRP, 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 effectively 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.

Horizon Air pilots embody the company values of owning safety, doing the right thing, being kind-hearted, delivering performance, and being remarkable.

Benefits:

Horizon Air offers a comprehensive total rewards package. This includes:

Experienced Hire Bonus of $25,000 for those with 1,000+ hours of prior qualifying time. 50% pays out 12 months after Date of Hire, and 50% pays out 18 months after Date of Hire or at transition to Alaska Airlines via Pathways
Longevity pay credit for pilots with prior part 121 experience.
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

Apply by: 7:00 PM Pacific Time on 10/1/2025

Horizon Air is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, immigrants, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.