Sun Country Airlines | B737 First Officer

Sun Country Airlines is seeking a College Bridge Program First Officer (FO) for its Boeing 737NG fleet, based in the United States. This program offers University of North Dakota (UND) students a structured career path from collegiate flight training to a First Officer position.

About the Role

The College Bridge Program First Officer position at Sun Country Airlines provides a clear pathway for University of North Dakota students to transition from their academic flight training and flight instructing roles into a Boeing 737NG First Officer position. Sun Country Airlines operates its 737NG aircraft across various domestic and international routes, including scheduled passenger services, charters, cargo, and seasonal leisure travel. Participants will engage in collegiate flight training and gain experience as certificated flight instructors at UND, subsequently qualifying for a Restricted ATP (R-ATP) under FAR 61.160 before commencing First Officer training.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate Boeing 737NG aircraft for Sun Country's scheduled passenger services, military, sports, and event charters, cargo flights, and seasonal leisure routes throughout the US, Caribbean, Mexico, and Europe.
• Initially serve as a certificated flight instructor at the University of North Dakota, delivering 300 hours of dual flight instruction.
• Transition to the First Officer role through Sun Country's internal Certified Training Program.

Requirements

• Enrollment in a designated UND major that supports qualification for an R-ATP under FAR 61.160.
• Must be at least a junior or senior status at UND.
• Possession of a Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument and Multi-Engine ratings.
• Attendance at one in-person recruiting event.
• Completion of the required initial one-on-one interview for program entry.
• Securing a Flight Instructor position at UND (CFI and CFII required; MEI optional).
• Completion of 300 hours of dual flight instruction in UND aircraft.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Ability to read, write, fluently speak, and understand English.
• Current FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
• FCC Radio License.
• Valid US passport (or valid passport with Green Card) and ability to travel internationally.
• Valid US driver's license.
• Minimum age of 21 years.
• R-ATP eligibility with a minimum of 1,000 total flight hours (including aviation college background).
• Total flight hours may include up to 100 hours of simulator time.
• Minimum flight experience breakdown:
  • 250 hours PIC in an airplane.
  • 200 hours of cross-country flight time (100 hours PIC cross-country in an airplane).
  • 100 hours of night flight time (25 hours PIC night in an airplane).
  • 75 hours of instrument flight time.
  • 25 hours of multi-engine flight time.
• Recent flight experience is preferred.
• Successful interview and graduation with a qualifying major to be eligible for R-ATP under FAR 61.160, leading to a Contingent Job Offer.

Benefits

• All benefits commence on the first day of training as a Sun Country First Officer.
• Company-provided flight training, including iPads for flight manuals and navigational data.
• In-house Certified Training Program delivered by Sun Country instructors.
• Contractual pay, benefits, and single-occupancy hotel accommodations during training.
• Comprehensive health insurance plans, including vision and dental coverage.
• 100% company-paid life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with matching contributions.
• Starting pay of $83.28 per hour with a 75-hour monthly guarantee in the first year.
• Premium pay available upon release from reserve, starting at 150%.
• 100% cancellation and dead-head pay.
• Opportunity for accelerated upgrade to Captain within an estimated 18-24 months due to expected workforce expansion.