Professional Pilot Opportunities

SkyWest Airlines is currently seeking qualified professional pilots to join our flight operations team. This role is responsible for assisting the Pilot-in-Command (PIC) in the safe and efficient operation of the aircraft, including the manipulation of flight controls during taxi, takeoff, landing, and en-route phases, as well as coordinating with passenger service personnel to ensure operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Assist the Pilot-in-Command in maintaining safe and efficient flight operations.
Support the PIC and ground personnel to ensure prompt and efficient departures.
Execute flight control operations, including taxiing, takeoff, and landing, under the direction of the PIC.
Maintain availability for a dynamic flight schedule, which includes nights, weekends, and holidays, based on pilot bidding seniority.

Candidate Requirements

Minimum 21 years of age.
Must be a U.S. citizen or possess documentation verifying the legal right to work in the United States.
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 a valid FCC Radiotelephone Operator’s Permit.
Maintain a current passport or equivalent travel documentation permitting entry and exit from the U.S.
Must be within three months of meeting minimum hour requirements.
Must satisfy the experience requirements of FAR 61.159 prior to employment.
Helicopter/Glider experience is accepted, provided the applicant has a minimum of 250 hours of fixed-wing Pilot-in-Command (PIC) time.

Certification and Training

Applicants must meet the ATP written requirement. SkyWest provides access to a SkyWest-approved Certification Training Program (CTP) course for candidates who successfully complete the application and interview process.

Domicile Locations

Flight operations are based in the following regions: 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); and Washington (Seattle).

Equal Opportunity Employer

SkyWest is committed to providing a professional environment built on mutual respect. The company maintains an inclusive workplace regardless of race, color, national ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, religion, medical condition, disability, pregnancy, age, or military status.