Engineer - TechOps Repair Engineering

About the Role

This Engineer position operates within the Delta TechOps’ Repair Engineering Organization, providing technical support for turbofan engine MRO (Maintenance, Repair, Overhaul) activities in one or more areas: Shop Repair/Support or Scrap Recovery/MRB.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with engine maintenance, engineering team members, and engineering management to develop repair and process solutions for turbofan engine components.
• Develop relationships and work with outside repair vendors to develop repairs and identify savings opportunities for turbofan engine components.
• Define scope of work for development projects, including equipment, tooling, and labor requirements.
• Establish and maintain schedules that achieve defined objectives.
• Collaborate with Delta’s SMEs and ODAs to develop substantiation and regulatory compliance plans.
• Organize and/or prepare all relevant reports, drawings, and engineering authorizations for assigned projects.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least 18 years of age with authorization to work in the United States.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; multi-tasking abilities; proven results-orientation; and strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills, with the ability to influence and gain support via mutual respect.
• Strong adaptability skills with changing priorities.
• Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Embraces diverse people, thinking, and styles.
• Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Material Science Engineering from an accredited institution, or 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with the repair or design of gas turbine or turbofan engine components and repair concepts typically used in repair/manufacturing (e.g., machining, welding, heat treatment, brazing, cleaning, plating, and coatings).
• Previous airline, OEM, or MRO experience with commercial aircraft engines.
• Familiarity with airline flight operations and support systems, 14 CFR 121 and 14 CFR 145 repair station regulations.
• Six Sigma (GB/BB), Lean Manufacturing, or PMP certification.