SkyWest Airlines | First Officer

SkyWest Airlines invites highly motivated and qualified individuals to apply for Pilot positions across its extensive network of U.S. domiciles. This crucial role involves assisting the Pilot-in-Command in all aspects of flight operations, ensuring the safety and efficiency of each flight, and contributing to the timely departure of aircraft.

About the Role

• Assist the Pilot-in-Command (PIC) in conducting flight operations safely and efficiently.
• Collaborate with the PIC and/or passenger service personnel to ensure prompt aircraft departures.
• Provide support to or relieve the PIC in the manipulation of aircraft flight controls, including taxiing, takeoff, and landing.
• Demonstrate flexibility and availability to work assigned schedules, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays, based on pilot bidding seniority.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 21 years.
• Possession of a Commercial Pilot Certificate with Multi-Engine and Instrument Ratings.
• English Proficiency Endorsement (EPE) on the Airman Certificate.
• A current FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
• Eligibility to work in the U.S. (U.S. citizen or proof of right to work).
• Hold an FCC Radiotelephone Operator’s Permit.
• A current Passport or other valid travel documents enabling free exit and re-entry to the U.S. (multiple re-entry status) and legal employment in the U.S.
• Availability to work any day, seven days a week, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be within three months of meeting the minimum flight hour requirements as detailed under FAR 61.159 prior to employment.

Pilot Experience Requirements

• Pilot applicants must meet the experience requirements of FAR 61.159 prior to employment.
• SkyWest Airlines provides the means to complete a SkyWest-approved CTP (Airline Transport Pilot Certification Training Program) course for candidates who successfully complete the application and pilot interview process.
• SkyWest accepts helicopter or glider time towards an applicant's total time, provided they possess a minimum of 250 Pilot-in-Command (PIC) hours in fixed-wing aircraft.

Domicile Information

Successful candidates may be assigned to one of the following U.S. 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