Associate Programmer Analyst Jobs in Seattle, WA

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The Associate Aircraft Records Analyst uses judgement to make decisions and resolve problems on aircraft records using established criteria. As an individual contributor, this role maintains compliance tracking for Aircraft Records ensuring seamless operations at Alaska Airlines (AS).

Key duties include:

• Under the direction of the Manager of Aircraft Records, identifies, troubleshoots, and resolves issues affecting aircraft records integrity. Collaborates with M&E teams to execute maintenance strategies, lease agreements, and serialized part policies.
• Focus on M&E's ongoing improvement efforts, working in collaboration with the team, to ensure compliance with FAA regulations.
• Follows established criteria in managing regulatory compliance for airworthiness directives (ADs) and engineering controls (EOs). Ensures that tracking and documentation are adequate for forecasting and provides compliance on airframes, engines, landing gears, and appliances.
• Coordinates within M&E to mitigate compliance risks, ensuring aircraft are maintained in line with lease agreements and are primed for maximum value return or resale.
• Engage in detailed regulatory analysis of ADs, CFR updates, and proposed rule changes affecting leased and owned aircraft for readiness & re-delivery.
• Collaborates with Engineering to draft, review, and evaluate task cards used by technicians for aircraft maintenance with limited supervision.
• Manages and retrieves documentation in support of process improvements to address information gaps and department recommendations.
• Ensure adherence to FAA regulations and maintain comprehensive historical records for all aircraft, engines, and components.
• Analyzes life-limited parts from production to service, confirming accurate documentation and partnering with vendors to resolve discrepancies and maintain compliance.

Job-specific experience, education & skills:

• Bachelor's degree, or an additional two years of experience in aircraft records or related experience in lieu of this degree.
• Understanding of TRAX computer system.
• Thorough research and analytical skills to troubleshoot problems.
• Work effectively under demanding time constraints, completing assignments and projects with accuracy.
• Able to interpret and understand technical documents, such as AMM, IPC, Engineering Diagrams, ADs and SBs.
• Strong communication (e.g., verbal, written, and listening), presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to produce clear and concise documentation.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with ability to problem solve, multi-task, and work independently with limited guidance in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Preferred:

• Knowledge of rotable and life limited parts (including certification and serviceability).
• Knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR).
• Knowledge of Airworthiness Directive.
• Inventory tracking experience.

Job-specific leadership expectations include embodying our values to own safety, do the right thing, be caring and kind, and deliver performance.

Salary range: $66,000 --- $92,400 / 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.

Total rewards include:

• 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.

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.

Apply by 7:00 PM Pacific Time on 6/26/2026

FLSA Status: Exempt

Employment Type: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Requisition Type: Management

Location: Seattle - Hangar

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