SkyWest Airlines | First Officer

Summary

SkyWest Airlines is seeking qualified pilot candidates for First Officer positions across various domiciles. This role involves assisting the Pilot-in-Command in the safe and efficient operation of flights, ensuring prompt departures, and potentially manipulating flight controls.

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 right to work in the U.S.
• FCC Radiotelephone Operator’s Permit.
• Current Passport or other travel documents enabling unrestricted U.S. re-entry.
• Eligibility to work in the U.S. (possess proper working documents).
• Availability to work any day of the week, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Within three months of meeting minimum hour requirements for employment.
• Applicants must meet the experience requirements of FAR 61.159 prior to employment.

Qualifications

• SkyWest Airlines will provide the means to complete a SkyWest-approved CTP course for candidates who successfully pass the pilot interview.
• SkyWest will accept helicopter or glider time as part of an applicant's total time, provided a minimum of 250 Pilot-in-Command (PIC) hours of fixed-wing time is held.

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.
• Willingness to fly an assigned schedule based on pilot bidding seniority, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.