Description

There's never been a more exciting time to join United Airlines. We're 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 we're growing - in the years ahead, we'll 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 they're well taken care of and ready to get our customers to their desired destinations. If you're ready to work on our planes, join our Tech Ops experts and help keep our fleet in tip-top shape.

Key Responsibilities:

Responsible for the supervision and coordination of all maintenance functions on shift at the assigned location ensuring these activities are performed in a safe manner in accordance with schedule requirements and in compliance with all established Company, regulatory and manufacturers procedures. Leads and assign work team and related personnel to meet company and customer requirements, goals and objectives. Adheres to all applicable collective bargaining agreements (CBA), ensures their team has the appropriate resources available and holds them accountable for the work assigned/performed.

• Provide leadership and direction to on shift labor workforce to maximize productivity and output whilst ensuring necessary resources are available
• Build / reinforce a fair and respectful work environment through consistent application of CBA work rules and company policies
• Execute station performance goals and objectives aligning with divisional and company goals
• Maintain a high level of awareness of operational, safety and human resource related performance objectives
• Implement and sustainment of continuous improvement activities and oversee safety and security of work group operations to ensure regulatory compliance of technical operations activities
• Maintain a high level of communication with employee groups within the work group Report status of operations, highlighting significant events to leadership whilst providing direction to assigned personnel to ensure shop and divisional objectives are achieved

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!

Qualifications

What's needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• High school diploma or equivalent
• FAA A&P Certificate or Journeyman Machinist Card, Platers Certificate, Repairman Certificate
• 2 years engine maintenance experience or equivalent
• Meets or exceeds operational performance goals including on-time performance, script completion, productivity and safety objectives
• Identifies the need for change and / or improvement and takes corrective action or works with leadership to resolve issues.
• Builds and maintains professional and productive work environment for labor groups and supervisor team
• Effectively communicates with employees aligning the team for success
• Extensive knowledge of engine overhaul processes, machining, plating and welding operations
• Knowledge of applicable FAA regulations
• Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities
• Comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions
• Using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions
• Taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences
• Focusing and guiding others in accomplishing work objectives
• Setting high standards of performance
• Assuming responsibility and accountability for completing assignments or tasks
• Self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed

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

• Bachelor's degree or 4 years of relevant work experience
• Aviation Management, Engineering, Business, or related field or comparable work experience
• 5 years in a leadership role within a engine maintenance organization leading unionized labor
• Strong background and technical knowledge of PW2000/PW4000 engine overhaul and Piece part repair processes

The salary for this position is $124,340 - $156,070 dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, education, and skills. This range is based on a full-time schedule.

Salary and benefits information is being included in this job posting in accordance with California state law.

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.

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