True North is a new Pilot Development program that aims to increase the number of BIPOC pilots being recruited at the college level and offers a pathway to becoming a pilot with Horizon Air and Alaska Airlines. Equity, a key pillar of our DEI commitments, includes focusing on making substantial investments in the next generation of aviation leaders through strategic partnerships with universities. We are currently partnered with Delaware State University (DSU) and the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES).

The program will provide funding post-instrument through ATP or R-ATP. Horizon Air will provide post instrument funds in the amount of $12,500. In exchange, the commitment for the student is to work two years for Horizon. Alaska Airlines will provide the remainder of the funding for flight fee’s up to $12,500 per year, for up to three years. The commitment to Alaska Airlines will be for three years.

Interested BIPOC students who apply to this posting must meet the following qualifications:

• Have successfully completed their private pilot license

• Must hold a 1st Class Medical

• Be enrolled in the aviation program at either DSU or UMES

• Must be in good standing with their University

Entry into the program requires that the student agrees to a release of records allowing Horizon Air and Alaska Airlines full access to the following records:

• Training Records

• Disciplinary Records

• Attendance Records

• Any other records the contain necessary and relevant information for the True North program

To be offered a conditional position with Alaska Airlines (when the time arises, in order of Horizon Seniority Number), a Pilot must also satisfy the minimum qualifications for the First Officer at Alaska Airlines position. The pilot does not need to interview at Alaska Airlines, as it is part of the True North program.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement

Where permitted by applicable law, new hires must have received the COVID-19 vaccine. The Company will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified employees with disabilities or for a sincerely held religious belief.

Apply by 7:00 PM Pacific Time on 12/31/2021
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Regular/Temporary Regular
Requisition ID 2021-6796
Equal Employment Opportunity Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information (including family medical history) or other legally protected characteristics. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will also be considered for employment, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, immigrants, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We are an E-Verify Â® employer, where required by law.