Senior Engineer- Power Plant

2 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States United Airlines Full time

There's never been a more exciting time to join United Airlines. We're on a path toward becoming the best airline in aviation history. Our shared purpose – Connecting People, Uniting the World – is about more than getting people from one place to another. It also means that as a global company that operates in hundreds of locations worldwide with millions of customers and thousands of employees, we have an outstanding responsibility to uplift and provide opportunities where we work, live, and fly. We can only do that with a truly diverse and inclusive workforce. And we're growing – in the years ahead, we'll hire great people across every area of the airline. Our careers include a competitive benefits package sought to keep you happy, balanced, and well-traveled. From employee-run "Business Resource Group" communities to elite benefits like parental leave, 401k, and privileges like space-available travel, United is truly a one-of-a-kind place to work. Are you ready to travel the world?

Technical Operations/Maintenance

Technical Operations include the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of our aircraft. This includes aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers, planners, ground equipment and facilities teams, supply chain teams, and more.

Job overview and responsibilities

United's Powerplant Team seeks a dynamic Senior Engineer to oversee aircraft engine management. In this role, you will utilize structured, logical, and analytical problem-solving methods to address various aspects of engine design, operation, maintenance, and performance. Your responsibilities include defining maintenance programs, configuration standards, and serviceability criteria to ensure safe and compliant operations. You will analyze regulatory requirements, assess the impact of modifications or new equipment on reliability and performance, and evaluate fleet decisions to optimize cost, asset utilization, quality, and reliability.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Coordinate and manage priorities to achieve project goals.
  • Optimize maintenance programs for enhanced efficiency.
  • Conduct reliability analyses and implement improvement measures.
  • Ensure compliance with Airworthiness Directives.
  • Provide support for commercial projects.
  • Assist in troubleshooting engine issues.
  • Monitor on-wing engine performance and initiate reliability improvements as necessary.
  • Coordinate interdepartmentally to execute projects.
  • Evaluate repairs and modifications to maintain compliance with ETOPS, RVSM, CAT III, etc.
  • Offer technical engineering services, recommendations, and troubleshooting support to other divisions and personnel involved with aircraft and engine systems.
  • Represent and engage in industry activities with regulatory bodies such as the FAA, NTSB, A4A, and other external and internal organizations pertaining to engines.

United values diverse experiences and perspectives, and we encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the "desired" qualifications makes for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check ALL the boxes We always seek individuals who will bring something new to the table

Qualifications

What's Needed to Succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical / aerospace engineering, related technical field, or equivalent experience
  • Engineering abilities that can be applied to a range of aircraft systems, maintenance programs, and engines
  • For service engineering positions, these same technical skills are applied toward operational issues versus project-specific work
  • Ability to analyze sophisticated technical issues and detailed level of project management for regulatory compliance modifications. Excellent verbal and technical writing skills are needed
  • 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 a crucial function of the position

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

  • Boeing /Airbus Structures I, Airframe/Powerplant License or E license
  • Maintenance check engineering experience on Boeing/Airbus aircraft
  • Knowledge of FARS (especially 145, 25, and 121)
  • Strong skills in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)

United Airlines is an equal-opportunity employer. As applicable law requires, United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status, and other protected status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process and perform crucial job functions. Please get in touch with to request accommodation.


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