Line Aircraft Technician

Alaska Airlines • San Diego, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Line Aircraft Technician is an individual contributor in Alaska Airlines’ Maintenance & Engineering division, responsible for aircraft repair and maintenance. The work includes dismantling, repairing, assembling, and erecting machinery and mechanical devices. This is a union-represented position. The technician may exercise the authority of an Airman Certificate in signing corrective actions in maintenance documents or the aircraft maintenance log for airworthiness release or return to service, in accordance with company policies and procedures. When assigned as cockpit coordinator, the technician helps ensure safe operation of aircraft systems from the flight deck. The position is based in San Diego, and employees working at an airport or maintenance hangar must obtain and maintain a valid SIDA badge.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of aircraft systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve technical problems.
• Ability to consistently lift 70 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, reach, and grasp.
• Knowledge of FAA regulations and company procedures.
• Valid Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license.
• Valid, unexpired driver's license issued by a U.S. state, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Four or more years of aircraft technician experience.
• Two or more years of college.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain aircraft, including dismantling, repairing, assembling, and erecting machinery and mechanical devices.
• Perform work promptly and reliably in accordance with attendance policies and procedures.
• Use applicable Airman Certificate authority to sign corrective actions in maintenance documents or aircraft maintenance logs for airworthiness release or return to service, consistent with company policies and procedures.
• When assigned as cockpit coordinator, help ensure safe operation of aircraft systems, including flight controls, electrical systems, and landing gear, from the flight deck.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area.

Benefits

• Free standby travel privileges on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Horizon Air.
• Comprehensive well-being programs, including medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) match program.
• Annual bonus plans.
• Holiday and paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED