Military Technician Transition Program

Company

Hawaiian Airlines

The Hawaiian Airlines Military Technician Development 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 Hawaiian Airlines.

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

• 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 Hawaiian Airlines upon completion of the program.

• 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 Hawaiian Airlines following program completion.

• 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.

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

Learn more about our Career Stages and Steps. Internal Transfer Eligibility Please review our Employee Transfer Eligibility Policy.

Important 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.

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,…