SkyWest Airlines | First Officer

Professional Pilot Opportunities

SkyWest Airlines is seeking qualified, safety-oriented individuals to join our professional pilot team. This role requires a commitment to operational excellence and the ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced aviation environment.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Assist the Pilot-in-Command (PIC) in conducting flight operations safely and efficiently.
• Collaborate with the PIC and passenger service personnel to ensure timely aircraft departures.
• Support or relieve the PIC in the manipulation of flight controls during all phases of flight, including taxiing, takeoff, and landing.

Candidate Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Hold a Commercial Pilot Certificate with Multi-Engine and Instrument Ratings.
• Possess an English Proficiency Endorsement (EPE) on the Airman Certificate.
• Hold a current FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
• Possess an FCC Radiotelephone Operator’s Permit.
• Maintain a current passport or equivalent travel documentation enabling free entry and exit from the U.S.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or hold valid documentation proving the legal right to work in the United States.
• Must be within three months of meeting minimum flight hour requirements.
• Applicants must meet the experience requirements stipulated in FAR 61.159 prior to the commencement of employment.
• Candidates utilizing helicopter or glider flight time must possess a minimum of 250 hours of fixed-wing Pilot-in-Command (PIC) time.
• Successful applicants will be provided with the means to complete a SkyWest-approved CTP course.

Operational Expectations

Pilots must be available to work a flexible schedule, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays, based on pilot bidding seniority.

Available Domiciles

Arizona: Phoenix, Tucson

California: Fresno, Los Angeles, Palm Springs, San Diego, San Francisco

Colorado: Colorado Springs, Denver

Georgia: Atlanta

Idaho: Boise

Illinois: Chicago

Minnesota: Minneapolis/St. Paul

Michigan: Detroit

Oregon: Portland

Texas: Austin, Dallas, Houston

Utah: Salt Lake City

Washington: Seattle

Equal Opportunity Statement

SkyWest Airlines is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, respectful, and inclusive working environment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, religion, medical condition, disability, pregnancy, age, military status, or any other legally protected classification.