SkyWest Airlines | First Officer

Professional Pilot Opportunities

SkyWest Airlines is currently seeking qualified professionals to join our flight operations team. As a pilot, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our aircraft, assisting the Pilot-in-Command (PIC) with flight deck management, aircraft handling, and passenger service coordination.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist the PIC in conducting flights safely and efficiently.
• Support the PIC and passenger service personnel to ensure prompt departures.
• Assist or relieve the PIC in the manipulation of flight controls, including taxiing, takeoff, and landing procedures.

Candidate Qualifications

• Minimum 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 a valid FCC Radiotelephone Operator’s Permit.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or provide proof of legal authorization to work in the U.S.
• Hold a current passport or documentation enabling free exit and re-entry to the U.S.
• Meet the experience requirements of FAR 61.159 prior to employment.
• Be within three months of reaching minimum hour requirements.
• For applicants counting helicopter or glider time, a minimum of 250 hours of fixed-wing Pilot-in-Command (PIC) time is required.

ATP Written Requirement

Candidates who successfully complete the interview process will be provided access to a SkyWest-approved Certification Training Program (CTP) course.

Operational Requirements

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

Current Domicile Locations

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); Wisconsin (Milwaukee).

Equal Opportunity Employer

SkyWest Airlines is committed to maintaining a working environment of mutual respect, providing equal employment opportunities to all employees regardless of race, color, national ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, religion, medical condition, disability, pregnancy, age, or military status.