First OfficeR

Position Summary

The First Officer serves as Second in Command (SIC) on scheduled commercial airline flights, supporting the safe transportation of passengers, mail, and freight. This union-represented position requires professionalism, sound aeronautical judgment, and compliance with established flight procedures. The role emphasizes flight safety, regulatory compliance, effective crew communication, and a positive passenger experience.

Schedule

• Not Specified

Responsibilities

• Serve as Second in Command (SIC) during the transportation of passengers, mail, freight, and other commercial operations.
• Comply with Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), company flight procedures, and policies on scheduled flights and routes.
• Maintain professional conduct and demeanor at all times.
• Operate aircraft in accordance with qualification standards, flight manuals, operating procedures, and company policies.
• Communicate with required agencies and personnel in accordance with established communication practices.
• Maintain knowledge consistent with an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate holder, including applicable Federal Aviation Regulations and the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM).

Requirements

• Minimum 1,500 hours documented total flight time.
• Minimum 500 hours fixed-wing turbine flight time, including airplane and powered-lift time combined.
• Current FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
• Current passport, or ability to obtain one, allowing unrestricted travel into and out of the United States, with at least six months of validity remaining at the time of employment.
• Ability to travel immediately and repeatedly to domestic and international destinations served by the operator.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Willingness to accept a domicile in Seattle, Los Angeles, Anchorage, Portland, San Francisco, Honolulu, Cincinnati, or Hebron.
• Excellent judgment, leadership skills, demonstrated commandability, and maturity.
• Professional demeanor and appearance.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain composure under pressure.
• Minimum 23 years of age.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge as required by airport authorities.
• Seniority List A: FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument-Airplane rating.
• Seniority List A: Meet all aeronautical experience requirements for an ATP Certificate with Airplane category rating under 14 CFR §61.159.
• Seniority List A: Current ATP written examination.
• Seniority List B: FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate with Airplane Multi-Engine Land rating and English proficient endorsement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Four-year degree from an accredited university.
• FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate for Seniority List A applicants.
• Minimum 500 hours multi-engine airplane flight time.
• Minimum 50 hours flight time within the previous 12 months.
• Minimum 500 hours turbine Pilot in Command (PIC) time.
• Turbojet or turboprop experience in a complex flying environment.

Benefits

• Free standby travel privileges on eligible airline networks.
• Comprehensive well-being programs, including medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous 401(k) contribution and matching program.
• Annual bonus plans.
• Generous holiday and paid time off benefits.

Compensation

• Seniority List A first-year pay rate: $129.71 per hour, per contract.
• Seniority List A monthly pay guarantee: 70 hours.
• Seniority List A reserve pay guarantee: 75 hours for long call; 84 hours for short call.
• Seniority List B first-year pay rate: $90.00 per hour, per contract.
• Seniority List B monthly pay guarantee: 75 hours.
• Seniority List B reserve pay guarantee: 75 hours for both long call and short call.