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Alaska Airlines · United States · Posted Sep 6, 2026

First Officer - NTR

NTRCPL · FAA1,500 h totalFull-time

Job description

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. - 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. Required Qualifications: - 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). - 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. - Must possess and/or obtain a current passport with unlimited access in and out of the United States (at least six months validity at time of employment). - Ability to travel to any location, domestic or international, where Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines fly. - 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. - Minimum 23 years of age. - Must be authorized to work in the U.S. - High school diploma or equivalent. - Strong written and verbal communication skills in English. Preferred Qualifications: - Four-year degree from an accredited university. - 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/turboprop experience in a complex flying environment.

Additional requirements

  • 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 time of employment
  • Employees with non-U.S. passports also need appropriate travel documentation
  • Must possess a valid Driver's License issued by a US state or US territory
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Current ATP written exam
  • Airport SIDA badge required and must be maintained in good standing
  • Post-offer and/or pre-employment drug testing per DOT regulations (49 CFR part 40)
  • Other bases: Los Angeles CA, Anchorage AK, Portland OR, San Diego CA, San Francisco CA

Compensation and Benefits

Medical insurance
  • 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

Base Location

United States

Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA / KSEA)