Maintenance Controller
Listed on 2026-08-02
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Transportation
Airport Operations & Services
Company
Horizon Air
The TeamOur 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.
RoleSummary
The Maintenance Controller is a subject matter expert inmaintenanceoperationsat
Horizon Air.
As an individual contributor, this role exercises considerable judgment to make decisions incompliance with all company, FAA,and government safety rules and regulations,andisresponsible for monitoring and overseeing all ongoing unscheduledaircraftmaintenance 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 Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) non-compliance.
- Coordinateaircraftferry authorization when necessary, assuring all ferry operations are conducted in accordance with current existing company policies and procedures.
- Provide accurate Estimated Time for Return (ETR) andadvisetimes for all scheduled and unscheduled out of serviceaircraftthrough 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.
- Notifythe Maintenance Operations Manager or Director of Maintenance Controlregardingabnormal situations such asaircraftincidentsor irregular flight operations due to mechanical malfunction.
Required
- 4years ofaircraftmaintenancetechnicianexperience.
- Must hold a validaircraftmechanic certificate with airframe and powerplant ratings.
- Meet the recent experience requirements of 14 CFR 65.83 (i.e., 6 months experience in the last 24 months).
- Ability to interpret technical manuals and detailed instructions and other technical data.
- Ability to clearly communicate and instruct others.
- Ability to collaborate and successfully perform as a member of a high-functioning team in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Ability to workshiftworkincluding nights,weekends,and holidays.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimumageof
18. - Mustbe authorized towork in the U.S.
Preferred
- Experience with Embraer E175 or similaraircrafttype.
- Experience with 121operator(commercial airline) highly preferred.
Embody our values to own safety, do the right thing, be caring and kind, and deliver performance.
Starting Rate Salary Range$108,200-$150,100 / year
Bonus Salary DetailsPay 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/Hawaiian/Horizon employees. Alaska/Hawaiian/Horizon is committed to fair, unbiased compensation along with competitive benefits in all locations in which we operate.
Note: We don’t typically hire at the top of the range.
Total RewardsAlaska Airlines, Hawaiian 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, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air
- Comprehensive well-being programs including medical, dental and vision benefits
- Generous 401k match program
- Annual bonus plans
- Generous holiday and paid time off
For more information about Alaska/Hawaiian/Horizon Total Rewards please visit our career site and view benefits.
Airport SIDA Badge RequirementsImportant notification for 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 SIDA Badge Requirements document for a comprehensive overview. If an employee does not qualify for a SIDA badge or has their SIDA badge pulled from them, the employee will be terminated.
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.
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