Website Horizon Air
Experienced First Officer
Job Description
As an Experienced First Officer for Horizon Air, you will be responsible for the safe operation of regional aircraft while providing a professional travel experience for guests. You will assist the Captain in all phases of flight, including pre-flight planning, navigation, and FAA compliance. This role specifically rewards pilots with prior Part 121 experience through longevity pay matching and structured career paths to Alaska Airlines.
Job Information Data
| Category | Details |
| Job Title | Experienced First Officer |
| Company Name | Horizon Air (Alaska Air Group) |
| Street Address | 5000 W. International Airport Rd |
| City | Anchorage |
| Region | Alaska |
| Country | United States |
| Postal Code | 99502 |
| Average Salaries | $92.72 per credit hour (~$103,416 – $156,104 per year) |
Job Opportunity: First Officer (Experienced)
| Category | Details |
| Company | Horizon Air (Regional carrier for Alaska Airlines) |
| Locations | Anchorage, AK; Seattle/Everett/Spokane, WA; Portland/Medford, OR; Boise, ID |
| Starting Pay | $92.72 / Hour (First year rate) |
| Guaranteed Pay | 75 credit hours per month (Jet) |
| Primary Duties | Second in Command for passenger/freight transport; preflight/postflight duties; compliance with FAA/Company flight procedures; CRM teamwork. |
| Flight Time Reqs |
• 1,465+ total hours (or R-ATP qualified)
• 200 hours of prior qualifying Part 121/135/91/Military PIC/SIC time
• 500 XC, 100 Night, 75 Instrument, 25 Multi-engine |
| Certifications |
• FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate (Multi-engine & Instrument)
• First-Class FAA Medical Certificate
• FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit |
| Benefits | Free standby travel (Alaska, Hawaiian, Horizon); 401k match; medical/dental/vision; longevity pay credit for prior 121 experience. |
| Union Status | Union represented position. |
| Deadline | Apply by 7:00 PM PT on 4/1/2026 |
To apply for this job please visit careers.alaskaair.com.