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Location

Seatac, WA | United States

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Job description

Horizon Air

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.

The Maintenance Controller is a subject matter expert in maintenance operations at Horizon Air. As an individual contributor, this role exercises considerable judgment to make decisions in compliance with all company, FAA, and government safety rules and regulations, and is responsible for monitoring and overseeing all ongoing unscheduled aircraft maintenance activity.

• Provide leadership and direction for the maintenance operation to ensure high standards of performance are maintained in the areas of safety, compliance, quality and cost.
• Provide technical assistance and support to company flight crews experiencing mechanical irregularities on company aircraft.
• Immediately notify the Maintenance Operations Manager (MOM) upon discovery of FAR (Federal Aviation Regulations) non-compliance.
• Coordinate aircraft ferry authorization when necessary, assuring all ferry operations are conducted in accordance with current existing company policies and procedures.
• Provide accurate ETR and advise times for all scheduled and unscheduled out of service aircraft through close coordination with maintenance personnel.
• Authorize the use of Minimum Equipment List (MEL), Configuration Deviation List (CDL), and Nonessential Equipment and Furnishings (NEF) list deferrals.
• Notify the Maintenance Operations Manager or Director of Maintenance Control regarding abnormal situations such as aircraft incidents or irregular flight operations due to mechanical malfunction.

Required

• 4 years of experience in the commercial airline industry.
• Hold a mechanic certificate with airframe and powerplant ratings for at least 5 years.
• Meet the recent experience requirements of 14 CFR 65.83 (i.e., 6 months experience in the last 24 months).
• Technical expertise on all operational fleet types.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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

$99,200 -- $141,400 / year

Pay will be based on multiple factors, including and not limited to location, relevant experience/level and skillset while balancing internal equity relative to other Alaska/Horizon employees. Alaska/Horizon is committed to fair, unbiased compensation along with competitive benefits in all locations in which we operate.

Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air pay and benefits can vary by company, location, number of regularly scheduled hours worked, length of employment, and employment status.

 

• Free stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines & Horizon Air
• Comprehensive well-being programs including medical, dental and vision benefits
• Generous 401k match program
• Quarterly and annual bonus plans
• Generous holiday and paid time off
  
   

For more information about Alaska/Horizon Total Rewards please visit our career site and view benefits.

Exempt
Full-Time
Regular

Seattle, WA - Airport

Important update for non-crew employees working at an airport or maintenance hangar: Employees will be required to obtain a SIDA badge provided by the airport authority and maintain good standing in order to keep their SIDA badge. Review the document for a comprehensive overview.

 

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative 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.

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