The Military Aviator Program (MAP) helps military pilots connect with Southwest earlier in their transition to civilian aviation. Selected participants may receive ongoing communication, mentorship, and guidance while completing military service and preparing for a potential future career at Southwest. Selection into MAP does not guarantee employment with Southwest. Participation in MAP and any potential future employment with [redacted] remain subject to the Participant maintaining MAP eligibility and good standing, satisfying all MAP Participation Standards, successfully completing final validation, meeting all applicable [redacted] Pilot Hiring requirements, and completing required onboarding and employment screening. An unrestricted ATP certificate, FCC Radiotelephone Operator Permit, and FAA First Class Medical are not required at the time of application but must be obtained before final MAP validation. Participation in MAP and any offer of employment remain subject to [redacted]' hiring needs, business requirements, and sole discretion.
Authorities

• Take action, as deemed necessary, to resolve any problems or situations that may compromise safety or compliance

• When assigned by the Captain, direct the Flight Crew in a safe and efficient manner to meet the operational requirements of [redacted]

• Delegate duties and authority defined for this position; responsibilities may not be delegated

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to read documents, follow instructions, listen, comprehend and repeat detailed lengthy instructions, and understand and retain procedures, rules and regulations

• Must successfully complete initial and recurrent training programs, proficiency checks, and evaluation period

• Must be aware of hazardous situations and be able to handle emergencies as needed

• Must be alert to moving equipment on the ramp and other aircraft in the air

• Must work under tight time constraints to accomplish quick (15 to 20 minute) turns of aircraft

• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and be able to effectively communicate information verbally, face to face, over public address systems, via radio, and other communication equipment

• Ability to work well with others as part of a team, meet the public and work under stressful situations

Education

• Required: High School Diploma or GED

• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree

Experience

• Preferred:

  • 500 hours in a fixed-wing turbine (airplane and/or power lift)

  • Successfully completed all aspects of a Southwest Destination 225° pathway program

  • Actively flying fixed-wing turbine for the last 3 years

  • Turbine Pilot In Command (TPIC) time

  • 121 airline, military, and/or U.S. based flight experience. (Experience from foreign military organizations or foreign commercial carriers is not considered equivalent for this requirement)

  • B-737 type rating

  • Held or currently holds an aviation‑related organizational Leadership position within a flight department of 10+ pilots (e.g., FAA‑designated Chief Pilot, Director of Operations, Check Pilot; or military roles such as Commander, Director of Operations, Stan/Eval, NATOPS Evaluator, or equivalent)

  • Demonstrated history of operational excellence in training and flight experience

• Notes on flight time:

  • Do not include simulator, WSO, RIO, FE, NAV, EWO and UAV

  • PIC time is defined as Captain or Aircraft Commander of record or pilot signing for the aircraft (not sole manipulator of the controls)

Licensing/Certification

• Required: USA DOT/FAA Unrestricted Airline Transport Pilot Certificate. The certificate must display the following:

  • "Airplane Multiengine Land" Category and Class Ratings

  • "English Proficient" limitation

• Required: USA DOT/FAA First Class Medical Certificate and, if applicable, any necessary Special Issuance of a Medical Certificate (Authorization) or Statement of Demonstrated Ability (SODA) issued by the Federal Air Surgeon

• Required: FCC - Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit

• Required: Must possess a valid United States Driver's License

• Required: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and not require [redacted] to sponsor now or in the future

• Required: Must have a valid passport with the ability to travel in and out of the United States without restriction

• Required: Must meet all regulatory criteria to obtain and maintain a CREW badge designation; this position requires successful and continuous enrollment in Rap Back

Physical Abilities

• Must be able to lift and move 40 lbs.

• Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job

• Ability to bend, stand, and sit for extended periods of time

Other Qualifications

• Must be willing to grant and share Southwest access to your Pilot Records Database (PRD) information as part of the interview and onboarding process

• Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines

• Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986

• Must be at least 23 years of age at the time of hire

• Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines

• Must be able to read, speak, write and understand the English language

• Must be able to comply with company attendance standards and work rules, as described in labor agreements and/or established guidelines

• Ability to work rotating shifts, and or overtime and travel on a constant basis

*Pay amount does not guarantee employment for any particular period of time

**The 401(k) Company match contribution is subject to the Retirement Savings Plan vesting schedule and applicable IRS limits

Pay Rate:

$125.90

[redacted] is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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