First Officer - Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines • Los Angeles, CA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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 Diego, CA; 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.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Must have knowledge commensurate with holder of airline transport pilot certificate and have knowledge of all aspects of applicable FARs and AIM.

Benefits

• Free stand-by 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED