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SkyWest Airlines

Airline First Officer — SkyWest Airlines

✈️ Airline First Officer — SkyWest Airlines

Take the right seat with a safety-first team flying regional jets across the United States. At SkyWest, your aircraft and domicile are awarded by seniority bidding, giving you a transparent path to growth and variety in your flying.

  • Company: SkyWest Airlines
  • Location: Multiple U.S. domiciles (assigned via seniority bidding)
  • Licenses: ATP (unrestricted, prior to employment), CPL, FCC Radiotelephone Operator Permit

🧭 What you’ll do

  • Assist the PIC in conducting safe, efficient flights from pushback to shutdown.
  • Coordinate with passenger service personnel to support on-time departures.
  • Assist or relieve the PIC in manipulation of flight controls, including taxi, takeoff, enroute operations, and landing.

🧰 What you’ll bring

  • At least 21 years of age.
  • Commercial Pilot Certificate with Multi-Engine and Instrument Ratings, plus English Proficiency Endorsement (EPE) on your Airman Certificate.
  • Current FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
  • U.S. citizen or proof of legal right to work in the U.S.
  • Valid FCC Radiotelephone Operator’s Permit.
  • Current passport or travel documents allowing multiple re-entry to the U.S.
  • Availability to work any day of the week, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Within three months of minimum hour requirements and able to meet the experience requirements of FAR 61.159 prior to employment.
  • Time-building note: SkyWest accepts helicopter/glider time toward total time, provided you have at least 250 PIC hours in fixed-wing aircraft.
  • ATP Written/CTP: After a successful interview, SkyWest will provide access to a SkyWest-approved CTP course to complete the ATP written requirement.

🌟 What sets this role apart

  • Seniority-driven aircraft and domicile bidding across multiple U.S. bases.
  • Professional, safety-focused flight operations with supportive crew culture.
  • Clear pathway to the left seat as you build experience and seniority.

📨 How to apply

Submit your application to be considered. Qualified candidates will be invited to interview. Candidates who successfully complete the interview will be scheduled for a SkyWest-approved ATP CTP course to complete the ATP written prior to employment.

Employment is contingent upon meeting all FAA, medical, and work authorization requirements.