Pilot Position at Alaska Airlines / Hawaiian Airlines
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. And in very noticeable ways, you "Do the right thing," aim to "Be caring and kind." These are the traits all Alaska Airlines & Hawaiian Airlines pilots show their guests and coworkers throughout their careers.
Role Summary
The First Officer is responsible for ensuring a safe journey and a positive experience for all of our guests while continually 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.
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 and have at least six months of validity remaining at time of employment. Employees with non-U.S. passports also will need any appropriate travel documentation.Ability to travel immediately and repeatedly to any location, domestic or international, where Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines flies.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 skills in English.Must possess a valid Driver's License issued by a US state or US territory.Must be comfortable with a domicile in Seattle, WA; Los Angeles, CA; Anchorage, AK; Portland, OR; San Francisco, CA.Excellent judgement, leadership skills, demonstrated commandability and maturity.Professional demeanor and appearance.Ability to use sound judgement in decision making.Ability to maintain composure under pressure.Minimum 23 years of age.Must be 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.Turbojet / turbo prop 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 and have at least six months of validity remaining at time of employment. Employees with non-U.S. passports also will need any appropriate travel documentation.Ability to travel immediately and repeatedly to any location, domestic or international, where Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines flies.FAA ATP certified, Airplane Multiengine Land with English proficient endorsement required.Strong writing and verbal communication in English.Must possess a valid Driver's License issued by a US state or US territory.Must be comfortable with a domicile in Seattle, WA; Honolulu, HI; Cincinnati, OH.Excellent judgement, leadership skills, demonstrated commandability and maturity.Professional demeanor and appearance.Ability to use sound judgement in decision making.Ability to maintain composure under pressure.Minimum 23 years of age.Must be 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.Turbojet / turbo prop experience in a complex flying environment.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 : $124.72 (per contract)Monthly pay guarantee : 70 hoursReserve pay guarantee : 75 hours (long call); 84 hours (short call)Hawaiian Seniority List Pay Details :
First year pay rate : $87.00 (per contract)Monthly pay guarantee : 75 hoursReserve 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 stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air (flight processing fee may apply depending on the company being hired into and airline being booked)Comprehensive well-being programs including medical, dental and vision benefitsGenerous 401k contribution / match programQuarterly and annual bonus plansGenerous holiday and paid time offFLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Regular / Temporary
Regular
Apply by 7 : 00 PM Pacific Time on
12 / 31 / 2025
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 also 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.
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 to determine the presence of marijuana, cocaine, opioids, phencyclidine (PCP) and amphetamines or a metabolite of these drugs prior to any offer or employment or transfer into a safety-sensitive position. Failure to submit to testing or positive indications of drug use will render the applicant ineligible for employment with Alaska Airlines / Hawaiian Airlines / Horizon Air and any employment offer will be withdrawn.