Alaska Airlines Military Technician Transition Program

Program Details

Program Summary

The Alaska Airlines Military Technician Program is designed to support active-duty military personnel and veterans transitioning into civilian careers in commercial aviation maintenance. This program provides a pathway to obtain FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) licenses and prepares participants for technician roles with Alaska Airlines or Horizon Air.

Participants will receive financial support, mentorship, and a contingent employment opportunity upon successful completion of the program.

Program Benefits

• Financial Assistance: $5,000 to supplement schooling costs and testing expenses. These funds may be paid directly to the educational institution or offered as a stipend after program completion, depending on individual circumstances.
• Flexible Training Locations:
  Training sites and duration may vary based on availability, preference, and geographic considerations.
• Mentorship & Support:
  Participants can receive dedicated mentorship and quarterly progress check-ins.
• Career Path: A clear route to certification and employment as a Maintenance Technician with Alaska Airlines or Horizon Air upon completion of the program.

Key Duties

• Attend and maintain good standing in an FAA-approved FAR 147 A&P test preparation program.
• Maintain regular and consistent communication with the company regarding academic and skill development progress.
• Obtain A&P licenses within 90 days of completing the program.
• Commit to a minimum of 12 months of employment with Alaska Airlines or Horizon Air following program completion.

Program Specific Skills, Experience & Education

Required

• Active-duty military member or veteran with a valid FAA Form 8610-2 or eligible certificate.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lift 70 pounds and perform physical tasks such as bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, and grasping.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to obtain airport security clearance.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Minimum age of 18
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Authorization to work in the U.S.

Program Specific Expectations

• Participants are expected to embody the values Own Safety, Do the Right Thing, Be Caring and Kind, and Deliver Performance.

Company Alaska Airlines

Total Rewards

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Internal Transfer Eligibility

Please review our Employee Transfer Eligibility Policy.

FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Employment Type Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular
Apply by 7:00 PM Pacific Time on 3/24/2026
Location Seattle - Hangar (Assigned MTX Tech)

Regulatory Information
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement 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 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, Hawaiian…