2022 NW AVIATION CAREER FORUM

JOBS & OPPORTUNITIES

2022 NW AVIATION CAREER FORUM

Interested in a career in aviation? Want to fly planes? Would you like the opportunity to network with colleges, aviation facilities and airlines? These are just a few of the reasons students, mechanics and career pilots attend the NW Aviation Career Forum, Saturday, FEB 26.

In 2022 the WAA is honored to once again host sessions and exhibits dedicated to aviation careers. Along with airlines, businesses, colleges and government agencies, this event represents the cumulative efforts from all aspects of the industry.

“As an aviation non-profit, we are concerned about our industry’s future,” said Jamelle Garcia, Executive Director of the Washington Aviation Association, “hosting this event is an opportunity for new and experienced aviators, and provides resources to those who need to get to the next level.”

In 2020, the event brought together over 500 attendees from all over the nation.

“With COVID the aviation workforce shortages are even more alarming,” Garcia continues, “we all need to be proactive in helping the new generation find paths to a career in aviation.” The presentations, divided into interest tracks, are led by aviation operators and educators including airline, colleges faculty, training facilities and airports.

Attendance is not limited to students.

Introductory sessions serve the needs of high school groups and parent/student registrations – concurrently seminar tracks serve all experience levels – maintenance, military and airline – all encouraging participation and mentorship.

This year the event welcomes back Alaska Airline and Horizon Air as Diamond Level Sponsor. In addition Ravn Alaska, AeroFlite, Rainier Flight, NBAA and Safety in Motion Flight Center have offered up their support for the Career Forum Sponsors.

In 2022 Alaska and Horizon will have representatives participating in seminars and will once again be hosting ‘Meet & Greets’ to recruit pilots for both airlines.

Many of the Career Forum exhibitors are accepting pilot and mechanic resumes and some will conduct preliminary interviews on site.

Students who register for the $15 career workshop hosted on Saturday as well as Sunday, will be entered to win one of four introductory flight lessons with Safety in Motion Flight Training using their fleet of aircraft based at Puyallup and Olympia.

The Northwest Aviation Career Forum is an opportunity for students, mechanics, pilots, and industry professionals to network with aviation businesses, and schools. Register online, washingtonaviation.org, or call Rachel, 360-427-5599.

Saturday, February 26, 2022

INTRODUCTION TO AVIATION: CAREERS WORKSHOP

(session repeats SUN, 2/27/22, 1-4 PM) John Swedburg, BBCC, Faculty Emeritus, leads an interactive 3-hour workshop for students, parents and “new to aviation” participants through an overview of how to get from point A to point B,C, or D - no matter what your aviation dreams are! Hear first-hand from those in the industry and learn their “how I got there” stories. Attendees will leave session with many questions answered and the resources to seek answers to design a career path in aviation.

AIRLINE PILOT INTERVIEW PREP WORKSHOP: MAKING THE BEST FIRST IMPRESSION

North Foyer | 9:30 AM — 11:30 PM

(Repeats SUN, 2/27/22, 10:30 - 12 PM) Gordon Alvord, owner of Rainier Flight has assisted hundreds of applicants prepare for their dream pilot job. Gordon and Monika Turpen will help make the first impression count by providing a variety of tools and go over the “soft skills” to insure candidates stand out. A professional resume is just the beginning.

11:45 AM | FEBRUARY 26, 2022 (SAT)

NAVIGATING THE TRANSITION: MILITARY TO CIVIL OPPORTUNITIES

North Foyer | 11:45 PM - 12:30 PM Hiring projections and steps to transition to an air carrier. Covered topics include veteran funding options, rotorcraft transition programs, credential assistance programs, and dispelling misinformation.

12:30 | FEBRUARY 26, 2022 (SAT)

CAREER FAIR OPEN HOUSE: VISIT WITH PARTICIPATING COMPANIES

Career Forum Theater Area | 12:30-1:30 PM Visit and compare colleges, airlines, training facilities and companies hiring. Light refreshments and vendor information tables beyond regular trade show booths.

DIRECT PATH PILOT PROGRAM WITH LIFT ACADEMY

Career Forum Theater | 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM Jim Borgaard, Admissions Recruiter Learn more about the direct to airline training program – cost, commitment and whether its a fit for your career goals. LIFT is a career-oriented training school and is designed to be completed in 12 months. After the program is completed, graduates are offered time-building opportunities.

1:30 PM | FEBRUARY 26, 2022 (SAT)

DISCUSSION WITH ALASKA AIR TEAM: PILOT/MAINTENANCE Q & A

Career Forum Theater Area | 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM Forget the “airline gouge” – An interactive discussion on Alaska’s hiring projections, future growth, and expectations.

3:00 PM | FEBRUARY 26, 2022 (SAT)

TAKE FLIGHT & SAVE MONEY WITH INTERACTIVE FLIGHT TRAINING

Career Forum Theater | 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM TakeFlight’s virtual flight instructor curriculum teaches private pilot skills in the Cessna 172 via scenarios arranged into “flight” lessons. Prospective trainees can gain skills they’ll need to be knowledgeable and comfortable in the cockpit once training begins: maneuver, sight pictures, emergency procedures, and more.

3:30 PM | FEBRUARY 26, 2022 (SAT)

EXPLORING CAREER OPPORTUNI- TIES IN AVIATION MANAGEMENT

Pioneer Room | 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Dr. Ryan Leick, Assistant Professor, Utah Valley University, will discuss the range of careers & opportunities that exist in the aviation industry besides the pilot profession. Leick draws upon industry experience acquired from working MAXjet Airways; United Airlines and Aloha Airlines.

MUSEUM OF FLIGHT AERONAUTICAL SCIENCE PATHWAY (ASP) PROGRAM

Career Forum Theater | 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM Museum of Flight will offer an overview of their Aeronautical Science Pathway Program. The program is designed for juniors and seniors who would like to either become a professional pilot or work in an Aviation Operations Management field (Air Traffic Control, Airport Management, Dispatch, or Unmanned Aerial Systems). The program is held after school at the Museum of Flight.

4:00 PM | FEBRUARY 26, 2022 (SAT) CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN AIR AMBULANCE

Career Forum Theater | 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM Noel McDermott, Aviation Compliance Evaluator, Life Flight Network, will talk about “how he got there”, what he does, what a career in Air Ambulance looks like, and what the career path would be for someone interested in joining this field.

4:30 PM | FEBRUARY 26, 2022 (SAT) VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES WITH THE CIVIL AIR PATROL

Career Forum Theater | 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM CAP is a volunteer organization with an aviation-minded membership that includes people from all backgrounds, lifestyles, and occupations. Lt. Col. Russell Garlow will provide an overview of the volunteer opportunities and how CAP can help you set

your career goals in aviation.

LAUNCH OR EXPAND YOUR CAREER WITH EMBRY-RIDDLE!

North Foyer | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM Rheanna Isakson, ERAU | With programs in multiple engineering disciplines, space operations, unmanned systems, and a variety of business, security, intelligence, and safety options, ERAU offers something for nearly everyone. Launch Your Career – ERAU has traditional, in-person options at residential campuses in Daytona Beach and Prescott, plus opportunities through the Worldwide Online campus. Expand Your Career – Apply your professional licenses to a degree program, bolster your resume with a certificate, or take a professional education course to expand your horizons.

5:00 PM | FEBRUARY 26, 2022 (SAT) OPPORTUNITY WITH RAVN ALASKA

Career Forum Theater | 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM Join the conversation on Ravn’s hiring projections, future growth, and pilot expectations.

Sunday, February 27, 2022

AIRLINE PILOT INTERVIEW PREP WORKSHOP: MAKING THE BEST FIRST IMPRESSION

Career Forum Theatre| 10:30 AM — 12 PM

(Repeat of SAT AM Career session) Gordon Alvord, owner of Rainier Flight has assisted hundreds of applicants prepare for their dream pilot job. Gordon and Monika Turpen will help make the first impression count by providing a variety of tools and go over the “soft skills” to insure candidates stand out. A professional resume is just the beginning.

INTRODUCTION TO AVIATION: CAREERS WORKSHOP

Career Forum Theatre | 1 – 4 PM

(Repeats of SAT AM Career session) John Swedburg, BBCC, Faculty Emeritus, leads an interactive 3-hour workshop for students, parents and “new to aviation” participants through an overview of how to get from point A to point B,C, or D - no matter what your aviation dreams are! Hear first-hand from those in the industry and learn their “how I got there” stories. Attendees will leave session with many questions answered and the resources to seek answers to design a career path in aviation.

PARTICIPATING IN CAREER FORUM

Aero-Flite Aithre, Inc. Alaska Airlines Ameriflight Altas Air Boeing Airplane Co. Big Bend Community College Central Washington University Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Everett Community College FAA - Federal Aviation Administration Galvin Flying Hillsboro Aviation Horizon Air Kenmore Air Harbor

King County Airport Life Flight Network Lift Academy NBAA/ PNBAA - Rainier Flight Service Ravn Airlines Safety in Motion Flight Training Seaplane Pilots Association Seattle Seaplanes SkyWest Airlines South Seattle Community College Utah Valley University US Navy Reserve /US Air Force Coast Guard WA Army National Guard