Ascend Pilot Academy

Program Details

The Ascend Pilot Academy is a new flight training program designed for aspiring commercial pilots with little or no flying experience to complete an intensive training and experience-building program before joining Horizon Air as a First Officer. As part of Horizon Air and Alaska Airlines commitment to equity, this program is designed to help all aspiring pilots, including those who may need financial support to make their dream of a flying career a reality.

Training Location: Hillsboro Aero Academy in Hillsboro & Redmond Oregon

Program Length: Approximately 3-3.5 years

Stipends: $27,000 towards commercial pilot certificate and up to $3500 to cover the CFII (Certified Flight Instructor – Instrument Certificate)

Student Commitment: A minimum of 3 years working as a pilot for Horizon Air once all training, certificate and flight experience requirements are completed

Pathway to Alaska Airlines: An opportunity to join Alaska Airlines as a First Officer is available as part of the Pilot Pathways program once eligibility is met

Ascend Pilot Academy Eligibility

Valid passport allowing unrestricted travel to and from the U.S.

Valid driver’s license

Hold a First Class Medical

Ability to work a variety of schedules to include nights, weekends, and holidays

Ability to communicate in English and authorization to work in the U.S.

Little to no flight training experience, experience not exceeding a Private Pilot’s License

Ability to relocate to Hillsboro Aero Academy training locations in Redmond, OR or Hillsboro, OR

Entry into the program requires the student agreeing to an ongoing release of the following records to Horizon Air and Alaska Airlines:

Training Records

Disciplinary Records

Attendance Records

Any other records the contain necessary and relevant information for the program

Company Alaska Airlines

FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Regular/Temporary Regular
Employment Type Full-Time
Apply by 7:00 PM Pacific Time on 10/7/2024
Location Seattle – Airport (Pilot & FA)
Equal Employment Opportunity 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.
Airport SIDA Badge Requirements : Total Rewards 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 theSIDA Badge Requirementsdocument 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.
Requisition Type Career Pathways
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Job Locations USA-WA-Seatac | USA-OR-Redmond
Requisition ID 2024-13058
Employment Type Full-Time
Category Pilots