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The School of Aeronautics is proud to host various Employer Spotlights that highlight employers in the field of Aviation.
Recorded Sessions
Airborne
Recorded on August 6, 2024
Airborne provides customers access to quality maintenance service performed by experienced technicians who know what an airline expects from their MRO. Our mission is to be safe and compliant while providing unsurpassed customer service one plane, one part, and one solution at a time.
Currently hiring for:
- Mechanics
Contact information
Email | Bailee Carson | bailee.carson@airbornemx.com
Aircraft Technician’s Inc.
Recorded on August 9, 2023
ATI is the aviation industries’ premier source for skilled workers. With the highest level of commitment in the sectors, ATI services the military and commercial sectors with specialized attention to their unique service needs.
Currently hiring for:
- A&P Line Technicians
Contact information
Email | Keith Ross | keith@atiknox.net
Air Wisconsin
Recorded on February 19, 2024
Air Wisconsin has been a proud presence in the airline industry since 1965 with a strong company culture and established stability. Air Wisconsin currently performs flying services for American Airlines operating as American Eagle.
Currently hiring for:
- Pilots
- Aircraft Mechanics
Contact Information:
Email | Recruitment | pilotrecruiting@airwis.com
Alaska Airlines / Horizon Air
Recorded on September 12, 2023
Alaska is a member of the oneworld® global alliance. With the alliance and our additional airline partners, guests can travel to more than 1,000 destinations on more than 20 airlines while earning and redeeming miles on flights to locations around the world. Reducing our environmental impact to protect the beautiful places in which we live, and fly, is part of our DNA. We were the first airline to compost and remove single-use plastic straws and citrus picks from planes and our lounges, and have been champions of sustainable aviation biofuels since 2011. At Alaska, we also pioneered technologies and customer innovations that make the travel experience easier. We were the first airline in North America to sell tickets online and first in the world to allow customers to check in and print boarding passes via the Internet.
Currently hiring for:
- Pilots
- Mechanics
- Logisticians
Contact information
Email | Sean Tracy | Sean.Tracy@alaskaair.com
Allegiant Air
Recorded on February 6, 2024
This spring, Liberty University School of Aeronautics graduates can launch their commercial aviation careers with Allegiant’s pilot pathway program, Accelerate. The program is designed specifically for university students looking to make the transition to professional pilot.
Currently hiring for:
- Pilots
- A&P Mechanics
Contact information
CommuteAir
Recorded on August 29, 2023
Over 30 years ago, CommuteAir started with a love for aviation, a passion for exploring the skies, and a belief in enriching people’s lives. Now rising as a growing business and brand, CommuteAir is one of the most exciting airlines hiring today. Join us as we reach new heights together. CommuteAir operates to cities in the United States using the Embraer ERJ145 aircraft.
Currently hiring for:
- Pilots
Contact information
Email | Laurie Elliott | laurie.elliott@commuteair.com
Dynamic Aviation
Recorded on June 25, 2024
Based out of Bridgewater, Virginia, Dynamic Aviation caters to customers globally in both defense, civil, and commercial operations. With their diverse fleet of over 150 planes, they provide a wide variety of aircraft operations. To maintain these aircraft, they specialize in maintenance, repair, overhaul, and OEM solutions.
Currently hiring for:
- Pilots
- Mechanics
- Admin
Contact Information
Email | Louis Johnson | ljohnson@dynamicaviation.com
HAECO Americas
Recorded on November 15, 2023
Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina, HAECO Americas performs world-class airframe maintenance/repair/overhaul (MRO) services and aircraft modification on commercial, military and private aircraft. HAECO Americas Airframe Services division conducts light and heavy scheduled maintenance checks, exterior and interior modifications, and upgrades and conversions. In addition, we offer full backshop support including machining, composite repair and fabrication of aircraft parts and components. We employ more than 1,000 technicians in two multi-hangar U.S. locations: Greensboro, North Carolina and Lake City, Florida.
Currently hiring for:
- Mechanics
Contact information
Email | jobs@haeco.aero
HAECO Global Engineer Support
Recorded on October 1, 2024
We offer global engine support through dedicated on-wing support teams and hospital shops based in strategic locations including Hong Kong, the Netherlands, the UK, and the United States. Our on-wing teams can mobilize at short notice with the tooling and parts needed to provide swift and effective repair solutions that minimize your engine downtime.
Currently hiring for:
- Mechanics
Envoy Air
Recorded on September 3, 2024
Envoy Air Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of American Airlines Group (NASDAQ: AAL) operating more than 160 aircraft on 875 daily flights to over 160 destinations. The company’s more than 20,000 employees provide regional flight service to American Airlines under the American Eagle brand and livery and Ground-handling services for many American flights.
Currently hiring for:
- Pilots
- Mechanics
Contact Information
Hawaiian Airlines
Recorded on September 13, 2023
The future of travel is looking bright. Now it’s your time to shine. Hawaiian Airlines, Hawaii’s largest and longest-serving airline, is hiring across the Islands. This is an airline that’s going places — and your career can, too.
There’s never been a better time to apply to Hawaiian Airlines:
Positions are available across Hawaii
Medical benefits are offered to full- and part-time employees
Take advantage of travel benefits (including flight perks)
Receive sign-on bonuses for select roles
Enjoy a dynamic workplace with a strong sense of community
Currently hiring for:
- Pilots
- Mechanics
- Logisticians
Contact information
Email | Jadyne Yomono | Jadyne.Yomono@HawaiianAir.com
iAero Airways
Recorded on May 25, 2023
As the largest charter airline in the US, based in Greensboro, NC, and Miami, FL, iAero Airways serves many diverse customers: vacation tour operators, professional sports teams, college athletics teams, Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, international delegations, political campaigns, group tour operators, special events organizers, cargo operators, etc.
Currently hiring for:
- Pilots
- Mechanics
- Logisticians
Contact information
Email | Adrianne Ramirez | aramirez@flyiaero.com
JAARS Aviation
Recorded on March 17, 2024
We reduce barriers, ease burdens and deliver God’s Word. We do that by training, equipping, deploying and sustaining individuals, teams and stations to aid in the work of proclaiming the gospel to the whole creation. From pilot training and mission aviation services to remote technology and communications support, we provide off-the-grid logistical solutions that help make Bible translation possible.
Currently hiring for:
- Pilots
- Mechanics
- Logisticians
Contact Information
Email | Dennis Garretson | dennis_garretson@jaars.org
Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF)
Recorded on October 5, 2023
People living in isolation are cut off from the outside world, with little to no access to health care, education, supplies, and the hope of the gospel. Our airplanes are the only way many people living in remote jungles, deserts, and mountains have access to life-giving necessities and the love of Christ. You can help us—and the hundreds of churches, missionaries, and organizations we serve—bring help, hope, and healing to the ends of the earth.
Currently hiring for:
- Pilot/Mechanics
- Pilot Specialists
- Maintenance Specialists
Contact information
Email | Garth Pederson | gpederson@maf.org
NetJets Aviation
Recorded on August 20, 2024
NEARLY 7,500 EMPLOYEES WORLDWIDE
NetJets is a place of respect and acceptance. We want all team members to be their true selves and bring their individual perspectives every day. This is because we recognize that different backgrounds and experiences can inspire fresh ideas and strengthen our collective commitment to safety and service. We understand that a healthy work-life balance leads to positive results both professionally and personally. That’s why we provide flexible workplace environments and continually offer opportunities for development and wellness, from educational seminars to on-site farmers market visits.
Currently hiring for:
- Pilots
Contact information
Email | Christopher Eastman | ceastman@netjets.com
Piedmont Airlines
Recorded on March 17, 2024
As a wholly-owned subsidiary of the American Airlines Group, Piedmont operates nearly 400 daily departures to 55+ cities throughout the eastern United States, from Charlotte, Philadelphia, and Chicago. Headquartered in Salisbury, Maryland, Piedmont Airlines employs nearly 10,000 aviation professionals.
Currently hiring for:
- Pilots
Contact information
Email | flypiedmont@aa.com
PlaneSense
Recorded on September 17, 2024
The PlaneSense fractional aircraft ownership program was founded in 1995, with a strong belief that there was a smarter way to fly privately. The program offers aircraft share owners notable aviation experience combined with a proven commitment to safety, service, and excellence.
This Employer Spotlight with PlaneSense discusses a Pilot Program Pathway and information from a Pilot Recruiter, as well as a discussion with their Maintenance Recruiter and current mechanic. The end of the presentation will have a Q&A between the recruiters and the students.
Currently hiring for:
- Pilots
- Mechanics
Contact Information:
Email | Amanda Rodriguez | arodriguez@planesense.com
Republic Airways
Recorded on July 12, 2024
This regional airline provides the world’s largest Embraer 170/175 fleet of over 220 aircraft, and 8 full-flight simulators and in-house instructors. Republic pilots operate and fly 900 daily flights to more than 80 cities all over the U.S. and Canada with 10 base locations.
View Career Opportunities
- Pilots
- Mechanics
Contact Information
Email | talent@rjet.com
Samaritan’s Purse
Recorded on March 7, 2024
After sharing the story of the Good Samaritan, Jesus said “Go and do likewise.” That is the mission of Samaritan’s Purse—to follow the example of Christ by helping those in need and proclaiming the hope of the Gospel.
Samaritan’s Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. Since 1970, Samaritan’s Purse has helped meet needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine with the purpose of sharing God’s love through His Son, Jesus Christ. The organization serves the Church worldwide to promote the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ.
Currently hiring for:
- Pilots
- Aircraft Mechanics
- Administrators
Contact Information:
Email | Linnie Weeks | lmweeks@samaritan.org
Spirit Airlines
Spirit Airlines recently announced a new partnership with Liberty University’s School of Aeronautics to become the company’s 10th flight school to launch the Spirit Wings Pilot Pathway program, which offers graduates a fast track to the flight deck.
Virginia Space Grant Consortium
Recorded on January 19, 2024
The Virginia Space Grant Consortium (VSGC) is a coalition of five Virginia colleges and universities, NASA, state educational agencies, Virginia’s Center for Innovative Technology, and other institutions representing diverse aerospace education and research. In 1987, a joint congressional study panel met to address a number of issues facing the aerospace industry and the Nation, among them a looming shortage of workers prepared for a high-tech workforce and a decline in scholastic achievement, especially in the disciplines of math and science. Congress passed legislation in 1988 which established the National Space Grant College and Fellowship Program, and The Virginia Space Grant Consortium received its designation from NASA in 1989, just a year later. You can visit NASA’s National Space Grant website here.
Currently hiring for:
- Aviation Professionals
Contact Information
Email | Kristyn Damadeo | kdamadeo@odu.edu
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