Principal Engineer – New Aircraft

4 weeks ago


Texas, United States United Airlines Full time

There's never been a more exciting time to join United Airlines as we're on a path toward becoming the best airline in aviation history Our shared purpose, "Connecting People, Uniting the World," is more than getting people from one place to another. As a global company that operates in hundreds of locations worldwide, with thousands of employees, we are committed to uplifting and crafting 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. United is an outstanding workplace, from employee-run "Business Resource Group" communities to best-in-class benefits like parental leave and 401k and privileges like space-available travel. Are you ready to travel the world?

Technical Operations/Maintenance

At United, our fleet features some of the finest aircraft, meticulously maintained by our adept Technical Operations team. This elite team, comprising maintenance technicians, engineers, planners, ground equipment, facilities, and supply chain management professionals, ensures each aircraft is in flawless condition for flight. Join our Technical Operations team and play an integral role in keeping our aircraft soaring.

Job overview and responsibilities

United Airlines seeks a dynamic Principal Engineer to join our New Aircraft team. This key role ensures seamless integration and top performance of new aircraft through leadership in monthly and quarterly reliability reviews.

This role demands new aircraft delivery performance tracking via a detailed analysis of cancellations, Out-of-Service incidents, and Operational Reliability Index events, focusing on Pilot Reports, Component Removals, Minimum Equipment Lists, and New Event Forms, spanning a rolling 90-day period.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

You will investigate and devise solutions for aircraft and component defect data scrutiny, review production revision record changes, review aircraft acceptance criteria, pinpoint production issues, trend factory quality performance, and maintain robust communication with Fleet Management and the OEM quality team, amongst other responsibilities. Crucial duties include factory interface with essential quality and manufacturing leaders to drive closed-loop feedback with OEMs.

Up to 75% travel is required for this position.

Qualifications

What's Needed to Succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering-related field or equivalent practical experience.
  • 4-6 years of confirmed experience in a senior engineering role within the aviation industry.
  • Extensive knowledge of Boeing and Airbus aircraft.
  • Versatility in engineering disciplines related to aircraft systems, maintenance programs, and operations.
  • Excellent communication and technical writing skills.
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
  • Successful completion of the interview process to meet job qualifications.
  • Reliable and punctual attendance.

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

  • Sophisticated engineering degree.
  • Certifications in Boeing/Airbus Structures I, II, and III.
  • Airframe/Powerplant License.
  • Experience with maintenance engineering on Boeing/Airbus aircraft.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
  • Familiarity with Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), particularly 145, 25, and 121.

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/ expression, 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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