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Manager, Enterprise PMO

Seatac, WA · On-site

$120K - $180K/yr

Alaska Airlines Guided by our purpose, core values, and leadership principles, we are creating an ... The role leads portfolio management, including governance, risk, resource allocation, delivery ...

Lead Mechanic

Dallas, TX · On-site

$25.50 - $33.50/hr

Safety Risk Management and Safety Assurance outputs. * Responsible for the Company's Security and ... AAP/EEO Statement: PSA Airlines is an equal opportunity employer; qualified applicants are ...

... risk management, and root cause analysis. * Become knowledgeable of PSA systems, processes ... AAP/EEO Statement : PSA Airlines is an equal opportunity employer; qualified applicants are ...

... risk management, and root cause analysis. * Become knowledgeable of PSA systems, processes ... AAP/EEO Statement : PSA Airlines is an equal opportunity employer; qualified applicants are ...

Lead Mechanic

Vandalia, OH · On-site

$25 - $33/hr

Safety Risk Management and Safety Assurance outputs. * Responsible for the Company's Security and ... AAP/EEO Statement: PSA Airlines is an equal opportunity employer; qualified applicants are ...

Lead Mechanic

Dallas, TX · On-site

$25.50 - $33.50/hr

Safety Risk Management and Safety Assurance outputs. * Responsible for the Company's Security and ... AAP/EEO Statement: PSA Airlines is an equal opportunity employer; qualified applicants are ...

Lead Mechanic

Dallas, TX · On-site

$25.50 - $33.50/hr

Safety Risk Management and Safety Assurance outputs. * Responsible for the Company's Security and ... AAP/EEO Statement: PSA Airlines is an equal opportunity employer; qualified applicants are ...

Lead Mechanic

Vandalia, OH · On-site

$25 - $33/hr

Safety Risk Management and Safety Assurance outputs. * Responsible for the Company's Security and ... AAP/EEO Statement: PSA Airlines is an equal opportunity employer; qualified applicants are ...

... risk management, and root cause analysis. * Become knowledgeable of PSA systems, processes ... AAP/EEO Statement : PSA Airlines is an equal opportunity employer; qualified applicants are ...

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How much do airline risk management jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for airline risk management in the United States is $103,704.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,500.00 and $132,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in airline risk management?

Professionals in airline risk management often encounter challenges such as keeping up with evolving regulations, managing complex operational risks, and responding to unexpected events like security threats or severe weather. Balancing safety requirements with cost efficiency while ensuring compliance across multiple jurisdictions can also be demanding. Additionally, effective risk managers must collaborate closely with departments such as operations, maintenance, and legal to develop proactive strategies and maintain robust safety cultures.

What is the difference between Airline Risk Management vs Airline Safety Specialist?

AspectAirline Risk ManagementAirline Safety Specialist
CredentialsRisk management certifications, aviation safety knowledgeSafety certifications, aviation safety training
Work EnvironmentOffice-based, risk assessment meetings, data analysisOn-site inspections, safety audits, training sessions
Industry UsageDevelops strategies to mitigate risks across airline operationsEnsures safety protocols are followed and incidents are minimized

Airline Risk Management focuses on identifying and mitigating risks across airline operations through strategic planning and data analysis. In contrast, Airline Safety Specialists concentrate on implementing safety protocols and conducting inspections to ensure compliance. Both roles are essential for airline safety but differ in their primary focus and daily activities.

What is airline risk management?

Airline risk management is the process of identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential risks that could impact an airline's operations, finances, safety, or reputation. This includes managing risks such as safety incidents, regulatory changes, market volatility, cybersecurity threats, and operational disruptions. Professionals in this field develop strategies and policies to minimize the impact of these risks and ensure the airline's long-term stability and compliance with industry regulations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Airline Risk Management, and why are they important?

To excel in Airline Risk Management, you need strong analytical skills, a background in aviation safety or finance, and relevant degrees such as business, engineering, or risk management. Familiarity with risk assessment software, compliance systems, and certifications like CRM (Crew Resource Management) or ARM (Associate in Risk Management) is often required. Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities help professionals effectively mitigate risks and coordinate with diverse teams. These skills and qualifications are vital to ensuring operational safety, regulatory compliance, and the financial stability of airline operations.
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Infographic showing various Airline Risk Management job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $103,704 per year, or $49.9 per hour.

Manager, Enterprise PMO

Alaska Airlines

Seatac, WA • On-site

$120K - $180K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Lead the execution and value delivery of a portfolio of strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment to enterprise priorities and measurable business outcomes.

  • Oversee portfolio performance, including budget, resources, timelines, risks, and benefits realization, and resolve issues and constraints across teams.

  • Lead and develop a team of project managers, ensuring disciplined execution, stakeholder alignment, and consistent delivery of business impact across all programs and initiatives.


Alaska Airlines rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 85 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

12th of 26 rated airlines


Job description

Alaska Airlines

Guided by our purpose, core values, and leadership principles, we are creating an airline people love. Our corporate teams set the strategies and operational plans to ensure the success of our company. Whether we use our expertise in accounting, human resources, finance, planning, legal, marketing, or any of our operational divisions, our shared passion for travel and our guests is what motivates us to achieve excellence each day. If you share our passion for creating an airline people love, we want to hear from you. 


The Manager, Enterprise PMO executes the EPMO strategy and delivers a portfolio of strategic, complex initiatives. This role ensures projects are delivered on time, with high quality and measurable business outcomes, at Alaska Airlines. As a people leader, this role sets clear priorities and direction for the team and collaborates with senior executives to ensure alignment of the portfolio and individual project objectives with enterprise strategy. The role leads portfolio management, including governance, risk, resource allocation, delivery quality, and value realization.  


  • Lead the execution and value delivery of a portfolio of strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment to enterprise priorities and measurable business outcomes.  
  • Partner with business leaders and sponsors to align objectives, scope, success criteria, and benefits, and drive transformation through effective delivery, change management, and process improvement. 
  • Oversee portfolio performance, including budget, resources, timelines, risks, and benefits realization, and resolve issues and constraints across teams.  
  • Provide governance and direction to project teams, ensuring consistent execution against PMO standards, methodologies, and best practices. 
  • Partner across the enterprise to manage cross-functional dependencies, risks, and impacts, and maintain clear communication.  
  • Identify and implement opportunities for innovation, leveraging AI and analytics, to continuously improve PMO processes, tools, and capabilities to enhance delivery effectiveness. 
  • Lead and develop a team of project managers, ensuring disciplined execution, stakeholder alignment, and consistent delivery of business impact across all programs and initiatives. 
  • Establish strong relationships and influence stakeholders to align priorities and deliver business outcomes. 
  • Identify and resolve portfolio risks and constraints, escalating as needed; align across teams to address conflicts and resource gaps.  

Required 

  • 5 years of experience leading complex cross-functional projects to completion, project management or related areas. 
  • 2 years of leadership experience. 
  • Bachelor’s degree or an additional two years of relevant training/experience in lieu of this degree. 
  • Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, PMBOK). 
  • Hands-on experience in project management, including all elements of scope, schedule, budget, risk evaluation, issue resolution, quality, integration, staffing, and communications. 
  • Experience in a leadership role managing large-scale, complex, and cross-functional projects. 
  • Experience leading change management initiatives, implementing projects involving process improvement principles and technology integration, and driving organizational transformation. 
  • Demonstrated ability to form relationships and strategic partnerships with senior leaders. 
  • Excellent communication, presentation, facilitation, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. 
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities and deadlines. 
  • Strong leadership, strategic thinking, problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical skills. 
  • High school diploma or equivalent. 
  • Minimumage of18. 
  • Mustbe authorized towork in the U.S. 

Preferred 

  • Portfolio management role experience. 
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent.  

Embody our values to own safety, do the right thing, be caring and kind, and deliver performance. 


$120,400 - $180,600 / year

Pay 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.


Alaska 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.


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, veteran status, genetic information and any other legally protected categories; 

(2) Ensure that employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements; and 

(3) Ensure that all personnel actions and employment activities such as compensation, benefits, promotions, layoffs, return from layoff, Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air sponsored programs, and tuition assistance will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected categories. 

Employees and applicants for employment will not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion or discrimination because they have engaged or may engage in (1) filing a complaint, (2) opposing any act or practice made unlawful by, or exercising any other right protected by, any Federal, State or local law requiring equal opportunity, including Section 503 and the equal opportunity provisions of VEVRAA, or (3) assisting or participating in any investigation, compliance evaluation, hearing, or any other activity related to the administration of any Federal, State or local law requiring equal opportunity, including Section 503 and the equal opportunity provisions  of VEVRAA. 

Government Contractor & Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations 
Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air are regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT – regulations, 49 CFR part 40) and all applicants are advised that post-offer and/or pre-employment drug testing will be conducted to determine the presence of marijuana, cocaine, opioids, phencyclidine (PCP) and amphetamines or a metabolite of these drugs prior to any offer or employment or transfer into a safety-sensitive position. Failure to submit to testing or positive indications of drug use will render the applicant ineligible for employment with Alaska Airlines/Hawaiian Airlines/Horizon Air and any employment offer will be withdrawn. 


6/26/2026
Exempt
Full-Time
Regular
Management
Seattle - Corporate HQ
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