Senior Line Engineer

About the role

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Job Overview and Responsibilities

Senior Line Engineers are part of a service engineering team that provides 24/7 engineering technical support for United Airlines’ worldwide fleet of operational aircraft to ensure the timely return to service. They provide engineering support for a wide range of aircraft systems, maintenance programs, engines, and operational engineering functions. They study, analyze, and seek solutions to problems related to the design, operation, maintenance, performance, modification, or repair of aircraft and their components. They use a structured, logical, and analytical approach in problem-solving. They define maintenance programs, configuration, and serviceability criteria to ensure safe and legal operations. They analyze and implement regulatory requirements, evaluate the effects of modifications or new equipment on reliability and performance, and evaluate the benefits of the cost impact of a fleet decision to ensure an optimal balance of cost, asset utilization, quality, and reliability. They author, design, test, and manage projects. They communicate with customers on technical issues, work scope recommendations, and failure investigations. They interface with internal and external organizations regarding specific aircraft and component issues. This position leads and develops potentially complex solutions and implementation plans, project justification, cost/benefit analysis, management of project implementation, technical support, and obtain FAA approvals as required. They coordinate work with other operational groups to ensure airworthiness, safety, regulatory compliance, operational reliability, and operational efficiency. They organize and manage the priorities for assigned responsibilities and accomplish the work processes to meet all the deliverables for operational needs, projects, and program changes/technical specification revisions.

Shifts and Schedule

Shifts are dependent on work location and assignment and will be designated during the interview process as required. It is important to note that shifts may change based on the needs of the operation. Work Schedule: 7.00pm PST- 6.30am PST

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or related experience in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace), related technical field, or equivalent relative work experience
• Senior Line Engineer I: 5-8 years
• Senior Line Engineer II: 8 years +
• Ability to interpret complex and technical Engineering and OEM documents
• Highly detailed level project development and management for regulatory compliance modifications, and overall ownership of specific systems
• Ability to communicate detailed, technical information under time-bound and stressful situations
• Successful candidate will have working knowledge of airline or OEM operations
• Knowledge of Code of Regulations (CFRs), airworthiness design and substantiation criteria, aircraft and equipment design and operational characteristics
• Must be available to work any shift including nights and weekends as well as holidays
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

Preferred Qualifications

• OEM Structural Repairs for Engineers Training (Boeing/Airbus) with portfolio of designing major repairs for aircraft structures; metallic or composite
• Work within specific ATA Airline Chapters
• Airline or Industry experience with general ATA Chapters which could encompass, aircraft systems, structures, power plant and avionics disciplines
• Excellent communication and technical writing ability
• Knowledge of FARS (specifically parts 21, 25, 26, 43, 121, & 145)
• CATIA/AUTOCAD experience

Pay and Benefits

The base pay range for this role is $97,945.00 to $133,540.00. The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards. You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.