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Southwest Airlines® at the NGPA Industry Expo

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We're so glad you're here! Southwest Airlines is a proud Diamond Elite Level sponsor of the NGPA Industry Expo. Fly by Booth #401 to meet with our Recruiting Team and learn about landing a career with Heart.

Let us know how to reach you and we’ll keep you updated on the latest job opportunities.

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Thursday, Feb. 9
Room: Mesquite B
0800: Southwest Airlines info session
0930, 1200, 1400, and 1600: Pilot recruiting seminars*

Room: Primrose A
1200: Southwest Airlines and Destination 225° joint info session


Booth hours:
0900 - 1700
Friday, Feb. 10
Room: Mesquite B
0800: Southwest Airlines info session
0930, 1200, and 1400: Pilot recruiting seminars*

Booth hours:
0900 - 1500


*Visit our booth and ask about availability for Pilot recruiting seminars

Apply as a Southwest Pilot.

We'll post a new Southwest Pilot opportunity on the seventh of each month (e.g., March 7).

During an open hiring window, please apply to the Pilot - First Officer role on Careers.Southwestair.com. You're required to apply for an open position for interview consideration. 

Apply on Southwest Careers

Minimum qualifications for First Officer 

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Certificates/Ratings
 
USA DOT/FAA Airline Transport Pilot Certificate. The certificate must display the following:

  • "Airplane Multiengine Land" Category and Class Ratings
  • "English Proficient" limitation

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.
 
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Flight experience
  • Preferred: 500 hours in a fixed-wing turbine aircraft or successfully completed all aspects of a Destination 225° pathway program
  • Preferred: Actively flying for two of the last five years
  • Note: PIC time is defined as Captain or Aircraft Commander of record or pilot signing for the aircraft (not sole manipulator of the controls)
  • Note: Only time in a fixed-wing aircraft is counted, this specifically excludes simulator, helicopter, WSO, RIO, FE, NAV, EWO, and UAV

We're proud to be recognized as one of the Best Places to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality.

The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Foundation’s Corporate Equality Index recognized us as one of the Best Places to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality for the eighth consecutive year.
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Our Heart starts with our People.

Want to work in a unique, People-first Culture, with competitive benefits and a solid record of job security? Southwest Airlines is growing, and we’re looking for top-notch Employees to grow with us.


Benefits for First Officers you'll love: 
  • Fly for free on any open seat on all Southwest flights, and see all the destinations Southwest serves (your eligible dependents fly, too)
  • 15% non-elective contribution (B-Fund) deposited into your 401(k)*
  • A ProfitSharing contribution toward retirement—when we profit, you profit*
  • Competitive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents
  • Opportunity to purchase 10% off Southwest Airlines common stock, LUV, traded on NYSE
  • Company-paid Loss of License

*ProfitSharing contributions are subject to the plan’s vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company. 

Bring your whole self to work.

"Southwest Airlines strives to foster a safe and welcoming environment where everyone can feel comfortable and valued regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity."

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Steven T.

Southwest Captain and NGPA Board Chair

"I'm proud to work at a Company like Southwest Airlines that offers some of the most inclusive practices and benefits I’ve seen for LGBTQ+ people. I feel included, seen, and celebrated in many aspects of our Company Culture."

Navid L, Talent Acquisition Consultant

Navid L.

Talent Acquisition Consultant
(he/him)

"Our Southwest Heart is more than a symbol of our brand—it's who we are and in the moments that matter. To me, a career with Heart brings purpose and meaning to what one might otherwise consider just a job."

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Spencer G.

Leadership and Employee Development
Associate Consultant
​​​​​​​(he/him)

slide 1 of 3 I am naturally a fun-loving, free-spirited person who loves to be around people—helping, serving, and building bonds. Our Culture is every one of these things and more. Southwest has given me the opportunity to be me. I get to turn it all the way up and enjoy myself at work. Roshaun Casey Inflight Instructor and U.S. Army Veteran

Why Southwest?

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
We’re committed to a work environment where everyone can be themselves and recognized for the unique perspectives they each bring forward. Diversity, equity, and inclusion aren’t just buzzwords—they’re woven into how we run our business, and they’re reflected in our world-famous Culture.
Read about our diversity initiatives
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Culture
Our unique Southwest Culture is woven into all aspects of our business, from how we treat each other to how we provide Next-Level Hospitality to our Customers. All Employees are responsible for preserving and invigorating our Culture, regardless of position or tenure, which strengthens our Culture of caring. It’s a source of pride among Employees and at the Heart of who we are.  
Explore our Culture
Military
In addition to the Cohearts photographed above, we’re proud to count more than 9,800 veterans and 1,800 military spouses in our Southwest Family. Our colors are red, yellow, and blue, but our support is for red, white, and blue.
Learn about our military programs
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Benefits
More than just a paycheck, a career at Southwest Airlines comes with several benefits, from our legendary Culture to travel privileges for Employees and their eligible dependents.
See our benefits

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