SkyWest Airlines | First Officer

Summary

SkyWest Airlines is seeking qualified pilots for First Officer positions across numerous domiciles in the United States. This role involves assisting the Pilot-in-Command (PIC) in conducting flights safely and efficiently, ensuring timely departures, and manipulating aircraft controls as required. The airline is committed to providing a respectful and satisfying work environment for all employees.

Requirements

• Minimum age of 21 years.
• Commercial Pilot Certificate with Multi-Engine and Instrument Ratings.
• English Proficiency Endorsement (EPE) on Airman Certificate.
• Current FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
• U.S. citizenship or proof of the legal right to work in the U.S.
• FCC Radiotelephone Operator’s Permit.
• A current Passport or other travel documents enabling free exit and re-entry into the U.S. (multiple reentry status) and eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Availability to work any day, seven days a week, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Within three months of meeting minimum flight hour requirements.
• Applicants must meet the experience requirements of FAR 61.159 prior to employment.
• SkyWest will accept helicopter or glider time as part of an applicant’s total time, provided they have a minimum of 250 PIC hours of fixed-wing time.

About the Role

• Assist the Pilot-in-Command (PIC) in conducting the flight safely and efficiently.
• Assist the PIC and/or passenger service personnel as needed to ensure a prompt departure.
• Assist or relieve the PIC in manipulation of the flight controls of an aircraft while underway, including taxiing, takeoff, and landing.

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
• Wisconsin: Milwaukee