First Officer - Alaska Airlines/Hawaiian Airlines

Overview

As a pilot at Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, you are committed to living our values. You “Own safety” and “Deliver performance” on the job and in your community. In noticeable ways, you “Do the right thing,” and aim to “Be caring and kind.” These traits are demonstrated by all pilots throughout their careers, and in return, you’ll have the opportunities and experiences to help you reach your career goals.

Role Summary

The First Officer is responsible for ensuring a safe journey and a positive experience for all guests while maintaining a high level of professionalism. This is a union-represented position.

Key Duties

• Perform as Second in Command in the transport of passengers, mail, freight, or for other commercial purposes.
• Comply with Federal Aviation Regulations, Company Flight Procedures, and Company Policies on scheduled flights and routes to ensure safety of flight.
• Conduct business in a professional manner and demeanor at all times.
• Operate Company aircraft adhering to established Qualification Standards and all Flight Manual operating procedures and policies.
• Communicate with all required agencies and personnel while adhering to Company Communication Practices.
• Possess knowledge commensurate with the holder of an airline transport pilot certificate and have knowledge of all aspects of applicable FARs and AIM.

Requirements/Qualifications

Alaska Seniority List Requirements

• Required:
• Minimum of 1,500 hours of total documented flight time.
• A current First Class FAA Medical Certificate.
• Minimum of 500 hours of fixed wing turbine time (airplane and powered lift combined).
• Must possess and/or obtain a current passport with unlimited access in and out of the United States, with at least six months of validity remaining at the time of employment. Non-U.S. passport holders will need appropriate travel documentation.
• Ability to travel immediately and repeatedly to any location, domestic or international, where Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines operate.
• FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument-Airplane.
• All aeronautical experience requirements for an ATP, Airplane category rating as set forth in 14 CFR §61.159.
• Current ATP written exam.
• Strong written and verbal communication in English.
• Comfortable with a domicile in Seattle, WA; Los Angeles, CA; Anchorage, AK; Portland, OR; or San Francisco, CA.
• Excellent judgment, leadership skills, demonstrated command ability, and maturity.
• Professional demeanor and appearance.
• Ability to use sound judgment in decision making.
• Ability to maintain composure under pressure.
• Minimum 23 years of age.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred:
• Four-year degree from an accredited university.
• An FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate.
• 500 hours of multi-engine airplane time.
• Minimum of 50 hours of flight time within the last 12 months.
• 500 hours of turbine PIC time.
• Turbine jet/turboprop experience in a complex flying environment.

Hawaiian Airlines Seniority List Requirements

• Required:
• Minimum of 1,500 hours of total documented flight time.
• A current First Class FAA Medical Certificate.
• Minimum of 500 hours of fixed wing turbine time (airplane and powered lift combined).
• Must possess and/or obtain a current passport with unlimited access in and out of the United States, with at least six months of validity remaining at the time of employment. Non-U.S. passport holders will need appropriate travel documentation.
• Ability to travel immediately and repeatedly to any location, domestic or international, where Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines operate.
• FAA ATP certified, Airplane Multiengine Land with English proficient endorsement required.
• Strong written and verbal communication in English.
• Comfortable with a domicile in Seattle, WA; Honolulu, HI; or Cincinnati, OH.
• Excellent judgment, leadership skills, demonstrated command ability, and maturity.
• Professional demeanor and appearance.
• Ability to use sound judgment in decision making.
• Ability to maintain composure under pressure.
• Minimum 23 years of age.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred:
• Four-year degree from an accredited university.
• 500 hours of multi-engine airplane time.
• Minimum of 50 hours of flight time within the last 12 months.
• 500 hours of turbine PIC time.
• Turbine jet/turboprop experience in a complex flying environment.

Airport SIDA Badge Requirements

Important notification for employees working at an airport or maintenance hangar: Employees will be required to obtain a SIDA badge provided by the airport authority and maintain good standing in order to keep their SIDA badge. Review the SIDA Badge Requirements document for a comprehensive overview. If an employee does not qualify for a SIDA badge or has their SIDA badge revoked, the employee will be terminated.

Job-Specific Leadership Expectations

Embody our values to own safety, do the right thing, be caring and kind, and deliver performance.

Salary Details

Alaska Seniority List Pay Details:

• First year pay rate: $129.71 (per contract)
• Monthly pay guarantee: 70 hours
• Reserve pay guarantee: 75 hours (long call); 84 hours (short call)

Hawaiian Seniority List Pay Details:

• First year pay rate: $90.00 (per contract)
• Monthly pay guarantee: 75 hours
• Reserve pay guarantee: 75 hours (long call); 75 hours (short call)

Total Rewards

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Horizon Air pay and benefits can vary by company, location, number of regularly scheduled hours worked, length of employment, and employment status.

• This role pays per collective bargaining agreement.
• Free standby travel privileges on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air.
• Comprehensive well-being programs including medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous 401k contribution/match program.
• Annual bonus plans.
• Generous holiday and paid time off.

For more information about Alaska/Hawaiian/Horizon Total Rewards please visit our career site and view benefits.

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Application Deadline

Apply by 7:00 PM Pacific Time on 12/31/2026

Location

Seattle - Airport

Regulatory Information

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement

It is the policy of Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Horizon Air to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment and to ensure equal opportunity in all terms, conditions, and benefits of employment or potential employment.

We prohibit discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

We have established an EEO Compliance Program under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veteran’s Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974. All applicants and employees are treated without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Implementation Policy

To implement this policy, we will:

• Recruit, hire, train, and promote qualified persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected categories.
• Ensure that employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements.
• Ensure that all personnel actions and employment activities such as compensation, benefits, promotions, layoffs, return from layoff, Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Horizon Air sponsored programs, and tuition assistance will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

Anti-Harassment Policy

Employees and applicants for employment will not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion, or discrimination because they have engaged or may engage in filing a complaint, opposing any act or practice made unlawful by law, or assisting or participating in any investigation, compliance evaluation, hearing, or any other activity related to the administration of equal opportunity laws.

Government Contractor & Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air are regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT – regulations, 49 CFR part 40) and all applicants are advised that post-offer and/or pre-employment drug testing will be conducted. Failure to submit to testing or positive indications of drug use will render the applicant ineligible for employment.

Job Locations

USA-WA-SeaTac | USA-OR-Portland | USA-AK-Anchorage | USA-CA-San Francisco | USA-CA-Los Angeles | USA-KY-Hebron | USA-HI-Honolulu | USA-CA-San Diego

Category

Pilots