Description

Theres never been a more exciting time to join United Airlines. Were on a path towards becoming the best airline in the history of aviation. 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 around the world with millions of customers and tens of thousands of employees, we have a unique responsibility to uplift and provide opportunities in the places where we work, live and fly, and we can only do that with a truly diverse and inclusive workforce. And were growing in the years ahead, well hire tens of thousands of people across every area of the airline. Our careers include a competitive benefits package aimed at keeping you happy, healthy and well-traveled. From employee-run "Business Resource Group" communities to world-class 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?

At United, we have some of the best aircraft in the world. Our Technical Operations team is full of aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers, planners, ground equipment and facilities professionals, and supply chain teams that help make sure theyre well taken care of and ready to get our customers to their desired destinations. If youre ready to work on our planes, join our Tech Ops experts and help keep our fleet in tip-top shape.

Key Responsibilities:

The Senior Engineer will be working to support and measure the effectiveness of existing tools, processes, and trainings. When deficiencies are identified, the engineer will work multi-functionally to find and implement solutions.

• Studies, analyzes and seeks solutions to problems related to the performance of engineering tools, processes and trainings
• Uses a structured, logical, and analytical approach in problem solving
• Analyzes and implements new tools, processes, and trainings
• Evaluates the effects of process changes and new tools on engineering performance
• Evaluates the benefits of the cost impact of a fleet decision to ensure an optimum balance of cost, asset utilization, quality, and reliability
• Authors, designs, tests, and manages projects
• Provides on-site technical support for engineering operations
• Communicates with collaborators on technical issues, process recommendations, and quality investigations
• This position develops potentially complex solutions and implementation plans, project justification, cost/benefit analysis, management of project implementation, and technical support, as required
• Coordinates work with other operational groups to ensure airworthiness, safety, regulatory compliance, operational reliability, and operational efficiency
• Organizes and handles the priorities for assigned responsibilities and accomplishes the work processes to meet all goals

Qualifications

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

Whats needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• B.S. Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace), related technical field or equivalent relative work experience
• Minimum of 2-4 years as an engineer level or similar role elsewhere in the industry
• 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
• 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
• Effective communication skills
• Up to 20% travel
• 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

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

• Ability to work multi-functionally across the division
• Knowledge of United Tech Ops processes and tools
• Experience in process mapping and optimization
• Knowledge of Lean principles

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. 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 as required by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.