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SkyWest Airlines

First Officer Pilot

Denver, CO · On-site

Be at least 21 years of age Hold a Commercial Pilot Certificate with Multi-Engine and Instrument Ratings English Proficiency Endorsement (EPE) on Airman Certificate Hold a current FAA First Class ...

SkyWest Airlines

First Officer Pilot

Portland, OR

Be at least 21 years of age Hold a Commercial Pilot Certificate with Multi-Engine and Instrument Ratings English Proficiency Endorsement (EPE) on Airman Certificate Hold a current FAA First Class ...

7 Air LLC

First Officer

Miami, FL

First Officer (Pilot) Company: 7 Air LLC Location: Miami, FL 33126 Job Type: Full-Time About the Role 7 Air is seeking a First Officer (Pilot) to support flight operations and assist the Captain in ...

THE XTREME GROUP

First Officer

Miami, FL · On-site

First Officer (Pilot) Company: 7 Air LLC Location: Miami, FL 33126 Job Type: Full-Time About the Role 7 Air is seeking a First Officer (Pilot) to support flight operations and assist the Captain in ...

21 AIR LLC

First Officer

Miami, FL · On-site

FIRST OFFICERS (FO) The FO shall serve as Second in Command (SIC) on 21 Air flights requiring two pilot crewmembers and should be prepared to assume the duties of the PIC should the PIC become ...

21 Air, LLC

First Officers (FO) The FO shall serve as Second in Command (SIC) on 21 Air flights requiring two pilot crewmembers and should be prepared to assume the duties of the PIC should the PIC become ...

21 AIR LLC

First Officer

FIRST OFFICERS (FO) The FO shall serve as Second in Command (SIC) on 21 Air flights requiring two pilot crewmembers and should be prepared to assume the duties of the PIC should the PIC become ...

21 Air, LLC

First Officers (FO) The FO shall serve as Second in Command (SIC) on 21 Air flights requiring two pilot crewmembers and should be prepared to assume the duties of the PIC should the PIC become ...

National Air Cargo, Inc

First Officer

Orlando, FL · On-site

Chief Pilot FLSA Status: Exempt Summary: National First Officers, also known as second-in-command (SIC), report to the Chief Pilot and are functionally responsible to the Pilot in Command (PIC) of ...

National Airlines

First Officer

Orlando, FL · On-site

Chief Pilot FLSA Status: Exempt Summary: National First Officers, also known as second-in-command (SIC), report to the Chief Pilot and are functionally responsible to the Pilot in Command (PIC) of ...

National Air Cargo Group Inc

First Officer

Orlando, FL · On-site

Chief Pilot FLSA Status: Exempt Summary: National First Officers, also known as second-in-command (SIC), report to the Chief Pilot and are functionally responsible to the Pilot in Command (PIC) of ...

Air Wisconsin Airlines

FIRST OFFICER

Killeen, TX · On-site

$97.44/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

First Officer starting pay of $97.44/hour and a $5,000 new hire bonuses ... We offer a longevity match with no cap for pilots with 121 experience. Besides competitive pay, Air ...

Air Wisconsin Airlines

FIRST OFFICER

Killeen, TX · On-site

$97.44/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

First Officer starting pay of $97.44/hour and a $5,000 new hire bonuses ... We offer a longevity match with no cap for pilots with 121 experience. Besides competitive pay, Air ...

Air Wisconsin Airlines

FIRST OFFICER

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$97.44/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

First Officer starting pay of $97.44/hour and a $5,000 new hire bonuses ... We offer a longevity match with no cap for pilots with 121 experience. Besides competitive pay, Air ...

Kalitta Air, LLC

First Officer

Ypsilanti, MI · On-site

First Officer Department: Flight Operations Reports To ... Chief Pilot POSITION PURPOSE: Safely assist the Captain and crew, through the use of Crew Resource ...

Atlas Air

First Officer Talent Community

Miami, FL · On-site

  • Life

  • Retirement

Atlas Air First Officer Information Flying with Atlas Air is a lifestyle like no other ... Here, our pilots enjoy the flexibility of a career built around their lives and the fulfillment of ...

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As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for 1st officer pilot in the United States is $130,916.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,000.00 and $155,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between 1St Officer Pilot vs Co-Pilot?

Aspect1St Officer PilotCo-Pilot
CertificationsCommercial Pilot License (CPL), Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) often preferredCommercial Pilot License (CPL), sometimes ATP depending on airline
Work EnvironmentCommercial airline cockpit, international and domestic flightsSame as 1St Officer Pilot, shared cockpit duties
RoleSecond-in-command, assists captain, handles navigation and communicationSame as 1St Officer Pilot, supports captain in flight operations

The terms 1St Officer Pilot and Co-Pilot are often used interchangeably in the airline industry. Both roles require similar certifications, work in the same environment, and share responsibilities in assisting the captain during flights. The main difference is often in job titles used by different airlines, but their duties and qualifications are comparable.

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Infographic showing various 1St Officer Pilot job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, and 4% Part Time. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $130,916 per year, or $62.9 per hour.

First Officer Pilot

SkyWest Airlines

Denver, CO • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

SkyWest Airlines rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 80 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

13th of 26 rated airlines

Job description


Primary Job Duties

To be considered for a pilot position, you must: 

Be at least 21 years of age 
Hold a Commercial Pilot Certificate with Multi-Engine and Instrument Ratings
English Proficiency Endorsement (EPE) on Airman Certificate
Hold a current FAA First Class Medical Certificate
Be a U.S. citizen or able to show proof of right to work in the U.S. 
Hold FCC Radiotelephone Operator's Permit.
Have a current Passport --or other travel documents enabling the bearer to freely exit and re-enter the U.S. (multiple reentry status) and be legally eligible to work in the U.S. (possess proper working documents).
Must be available to work on any day, seven days a week, including nights, weekends and holidays.
Be within three months of the minimum hour requirements detailed below

ATP Written Requirement: 

SkyWest will provide the means to complete a SkyWest-approved CTP course for those who complete an application and successfully pass the pilot interview. 
 

Pilot applicants must meet the experience requirements of FAR 61.159 prior to employment.  

SkyWest Minimum Requirements When Counting Helicopter or Glider Time
SkyWest Airlines recognizes the skills common to helicopter and glider flying. SkyWest will accept helo/glider time as part of an applicant's total time as long as they have a minimum of 250 PIC hours of fixed wing.

Domiciles

Arizona:  Phoenix, Tucson

California:  Fresno, Los Angeles, Palm Springs, San Diego, San Francisco

Colorado: Colorado Springs, Denver
Georgia: Atlanta

Idaho: Boise

Illinois: Chicago

Minnesota: Minneapolis/St. Paul

Michigan: Detroit

Oregon: Portland

Texas: Austin, Dallas, Houston

Utah: Salt Lake City

Washington: Seattle

Wisconsin: Milwaukee


Minimum Requirements
  • Assist the Pilot- in- Command (PIC) in conducting the flight safely and efficiently
  • Assist the PIC and/or passenger service personnel as needed to ensure a prompt departure
  • Assist or relieve the PIC in manipulation of the flight controls of an aircraft while underway, including taxiing, takeoff and landing of such aircraft

Physical and Other Requirements
  • Must have a First Class Medical
  • Must be willing to fly assigned schedule based on pilot bidding seniority; including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
  • To apply, please complete the on-line application (qualified applicants will be contacted)
Qualifications:

To be considered for a pilot position, you must: 

Be at least 21 years of age 
Hold a Commercial Pilot Certificate with Multi-Engine and Instrument Ratings
English Proficiency Endorsement (EPE) on Airman Certificate
Hold a current FAA First Class Medical Certificate
Be a U.S. citizen or able to show proof of right to work in the U.S. 
Hold FCC Radiotelephone Operator's Permit.
Have a current Passport --or other travel documents enabling the bearer to freely exit and re-enter the U.S. (multiple reentry status) and be legally eligible to work in the U.S. (possess proper working documents).
Must be available to work on any day, seven days a week, including nights, weekends and holidays.
Be within three months of the minimum hour requirements detailed below

ATP Written Requirement: 

SkyWest will provide the means to complete a SkyWest-approved CTP course for those who complete an application and successfully pass the pilot interview. 
 

Pilot applicants must meet the experience requirements of FAR 61.159 prior to employment.  

SkyWest Minimum Requirements When Counting Helicopter or Glider Time
SkyWest Airlines recognizes the skills common to helicopter and glider flying. SkyWest will accept helo/glider time as part of an applicant's total time as long as they have a minimum of 250 PIC hours of fixed wing.

Domiciles

Arizona:  Phoenix, Tucson

California:  Fresno, Los Angeles, Palm Springs, San Diego, San Francisco

Colorado: Colorado Springs, Denver
Georgia: Atlanta

Idaho: Boise

Illinois: Chicago

Minnesota: Minneapolis/St. Paul

Michigan: Detroit

Oregon: Portland

Texas: Austin, Dallas, Houston

Utah: Salt Lake City

Washington: Seattle

Wisconsin: Milwaukee

Education:UNAVAILABLEEmployment Type: FULL_TIME

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