Military Technician Transition Program

Alaska Air Group; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Alaska Air Group offers the Viper Military Technician Transition Program to support active military personnel transitioning to civilian careers. Participants will gain FAA certification as A&P licensed technicians and receive financial assistance for schooling. The program guarantees employment with Horizon Air or Alaska Airlines upon completion.

Benefits

$5,000 financial assistance for school and testing fees

Dedicated mentorship

Guaranteed employment upon completion

Qualifications

• Active military member or veteran with a valid FAA Form 8610-2.
• Authorization to work in the U.S.
• Obtain A&P licenses within 90 days of school completion.

Responsibilities

• Attend and maintain good standing in the approved FAR 147 A&P program.
• Commit to working for Horizon Air/Alaska Airlines for a minimum of 12 months after program completion.
• Maintain communication with the company regarding progress.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work independently or as part of a team

Physical ability to lift 70 pounds

Flexibility to work varied shifts

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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The Viper Military Technician Transition Program is designed to support active-duty military personnel transitioning to civilian careers within the commercial aviation industry. This program offers the opportunity to obtain Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) licenses, preparing participants for maintenance technician roles with Horizon Air or Alaska Airlines.

Participants accepted into the program will receive financial assistance for schooling, paid directly to the educational institution. Additionally, mentorship options are available, and successful completion of the program guarantees employment. Training is conducted at AIM Las Vegas, a FAR 147 certified institution, culminating in certification as an A&P licensed technician.

This program serves as a gateway for military members to transition into rewarding careers in aviation maintenance, leveraging their technical skills and experience while obtaining essential industry certifications.

Key Duties

Attend and maintain good standing in the approved FAR 147 A&P program.

Maintain consistent communication with the company regarding academic and skill development progress.

Obtain A&P licenses within 90 days of school completion.

Commit to working for Horizon Air/Alaska Airlines for a minimum of 12 months after program completion.

Financial assistance: $5,000 will be provided directly to the educational institution for school and testing fees.

Dedicated mentorship and quarterly progress check-ins.

Clear path to certification and guaranteed employment as a Horizon Air/Alaska Airlines Maintenance Technician.

Program Eligibility, Experience, Education, and Skills

Required

Active military member or veteran with a valid FAA Form 8610-2

Obtain A&P licenses within 90 days of school completion

Valid driver’s license

Physical ability to lift 70 pounds

Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, reach and grasp.

Flexibility to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Ability to obtain airport security clearance

Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to write and speak in English

Capability to work independently or as part of a team

High school diploma or equivalent.

Authorization to work in the U.S.

Leadership and Values

Participants are expected to demonstrate Horizon Air and Alaska Airlines’ core values to own safety, do the right thing, be kind-hearted, deliver performance, and be remarkable.

Program Details

Program Summary

The Viper Military Technician Transition Program is designed to support active-duty military personnel transitioning to civilian careers within the commercial aviation industry. This program offers the opportunity to obtain Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) licenses, preparing participants for maintenance technician roles with Horizon Air or Alaska Airlines.

Participants accepted into the program will receive financial assistance for schooling, paid directly to the educational institution. Additionally, mentorship options are available, and successful completion of the program guarantees employment. Training is conducted at AIM Las Vegas, a FAR 147 certified institution, culminating in certification as an A&P licensed technician.

This program serves as a gateway for military members to transition into rewarding careers in aviation maintenance, leveraging their technical skills and experience while obtaining essential industry certifications.

Key Duties

Attend and maintain good standing in the approved FAR 147 A&P program.

Maintain consistent communication with the company regarding academic and skill development progress.

Obtain A&P licenses within 90 days of school completion.

Commit to working for Horizon Air/Alaska Airlines for a minimum of 12 months after program completion.

Program Benefits

Financial assistance: $5,000 will be provided directly to the educational institution for school and testing fees.

Dedicated mentorship and quarterly progress check-ins.

Clear path to certification and guaranteed employment as a Horizon Air/Alaska Airlines Maintenance Technician.

Program Eligibility, Experience, Education, and Skills

Required

Active military member or veteran with a valid FAA Form 8610-2

Obtain A&P licenses within 90 days of school completion

Valid driver’s license

Physical ability to lift 70 pounds

Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, reach and grasp.

Flexibility to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Ability to obtain airport security clearance

Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to write and speak in English

Capability to work independently or as part of a team

High school diploma or equivalent.

Authorization to work in the U.S.

Leadership and Values

Participants are expected to demonstrate Horizon Air and Alaska Airlines’ core values to own safety, do the right thing, be kind-hearted, deliver performance, and be remarkable.

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FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Employment Type Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Temporary/OC
Apply by 7:00 PM Pacific Time on 12/31/2025
Location Seattle - Hangar (Assigned MTX Tech)
Regulatory Information Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement It is the policy of Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment and to ensure equal opportunity in all terms, conditions, and benefits of employment or potential employment.
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:
(1) 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;
(2) Ensure that employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements; and
(3) Ensure that all personnel actions and employment activities such as compensation, benefits, promotions, layoffs, return from layoff, Alaska 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.
Employees and applicants for employment will not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion or discrimination because they have engaged or may engage in (1) filing a complaint, (2) opposing any act or practice made unlawful by, or exercising any other right protected by, any Federal, State or local law requiring equal opportunity, including Section 503 and the equal opportunity provisions of VEVRAA, or (3) assisting or participating in any investigation, compliance evaluation, hearing, or any other activity related to the administration of any Federal, State or local law requiring equal opportunity, including Section 503 and the equal opportunity provisions of VEVRAA.
Government Contractor & Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations Alaska 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/Horizon Air and any employment offer will be withdrawn.
Requisition Type Career Pathways
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Category Maintenance Technicians