Maintenance Technician Development Program

ALASKA AIRLINES PILOTS CHARITABLE FUND

Anchorage (AK)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Horizon Air in Seattle, WA is inviting applicants to its Maintenance Technician Development Program. The program provides a structured path to Airframe and Powerplant licensing through a FAR 147 certified curriculum, with dedicated mentorship and a clear route to certification and a career with Horizon Air/Alaska Airlines.

Participants sign an agreement to work for Horizon Air/Alaska Airlines for 30 months after acceptance.

Qualifications

Must be currently enrolled in an approved FAR 147 program.
Ability to obtain A&P license within 90 days of graduation.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

Support education with mentorship updates and progress.
Communicate curriculum progress to assigned mentor/leader.
Commit to 2.5 years of employment with Horizon Air/Alaska Airlines after program completion.

Skills

A&P pursuit

Mentorship

Communication

Teamwork

Safety mindset

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

FAA FAR 147 program

Job description

Program Summary

The Maintenance Technician Development Program is geared towards individuals who want to gain the skills needed to receive their Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) licenses. The program requires enrollment in a FAR 147 certified program and offers mentorship and a defined path towards certification and starting a career with Horizon Air/Alaska Airlines.

Program Details

If accepted into the program, the individual signs an agreement to work for Horizon Air/Alaska Airlines for a minimum of 30 months. Upon completing the FAR 147 requirements and obtaining their A&P license participants will become a Horizon Air Technician.

Key Duties

Currently enrolled and in good standing with an approved A&P school.
Quarterly check-ins with assigned mentor/leader.
Maintain effective communication with the company on curriculum progress.
Commit to work for Horizon Air/Alaska Airlines for 2.5 years post program completion and sign an agreement confirming this requirement.

Program Specific Experience, Education and Skills

Current enrollment in a certified FAR 147 FAA Airframe and Powerplant Program.
Ability to obtain and maintain A&P License within 90 days of graduation.
Ability and willingness to obtain a current valid passport allowing unrestricted travel, without a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP), to and from the U.S.
Ability and willingness to enter and exit Canada without restrictions and without requiring a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) in order to complete maintenance work.
Ability to obtain and maintain airport AOA badge.
Possess excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).
Ability and willingness to consistently lift 70 lbs. and bend, stoop, squat, reach and grasp.
Ability and willingness to operate various types of ground support equipment, including movable turboways, forklifts, tow tractors, elevated boom lifts, and hoists.
Ability and willingness to work on elevated surfaces by utilizing stands, climbing ladders or other suitable equipment to access aircraft surfaces at elevation.
Ability to adapt to performing work according to set procedures.
Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
Detail oriented and highly organized.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability and willingness to work a variety of shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to communicate in English.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum age of 18.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Program Specific Expectations

Embody our values to own safety, do the right thing, be kind-hearted, deliver performance, and be remarkable.

Company

Horizon Air

The Team

Our M&E team has earned the FAA’s prestigious Diamond Award for almost 20 consecutive years -- the only major carrier to receive the award for as many years, and the most of any airline. From our parts warehouse to the maintenance hangar, our Ready, SAFE, Go; mindset prioritizes safety in all that we do -- for our guests and coworkers. If you share our values to safety and excellence, we want to hear from you.

Job-Specific Leadership Expectations

Embody our values to own safety, do the right thing, be caring and kind, and deliver performance.

Total Rewards

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affinitative Action (AA) employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees and do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information (including family medical history), political views or activity, or other legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. We may use your information to maintain the safety and security of Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air, its employees, and others as required or permitted by law. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, immigrants, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Employment Type

N/A

Regular/Temporary

Temporary/OC

Apply by 7:00 PM Pacific Time on 8/31/2026

Location

Seattle, WA - Airport

Regulatory Information

It is the policy of Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment and to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees and do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information (including family medical history), political views or activity, or other legally protected categories. We also prohibit discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected categories. We have established an EEO Compliance Program under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (“Section 503”) and the Vietnam Era Veteran’s Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (“VEVRAA”). All applicants and employees are treated without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. In addition, we have established an audit and reporting system to allow for effective measurement of its equal employment opportunity activities.

To Implement This Policy, We Will

Recruit, hire, train and promote qualified persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and any other legally protected categories;
Ensure that employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements; and
Ensure that all personnel actions and employment activities such as compensation, benefits, promotions, layoffs, return from layoff, Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air sponsored programs, and tuition assistance will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected categories.

Government Contractor & Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air are regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT – regulations, 49 CFR part 40) and all applicants are advised that post-offer and/or pre-employment drug testing will be conducted to determine the presence of marijuana, cocaine, opioids, phencyclidine (PCP) and amphetamines or a metabolite of these drugs prior to any offer or employment or transfer into a safety-sensitive position. Failure to submit to testing or positive indications of drug use will render the applicant ineligible for employment with Alaska Airlines/Hawaiian Airlines/Horizon Air and any employment offer will be withdrawn.

Job Locations

Requisition ID

2026-20294