Engineer - Avionics

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Description

Find your future at United!

We’re reinventing what our industry looks like and what an airline can be – from the planes we fly to the people who fly them. When you join us, you’re joining a global team of 100,000 connected by a shared passion with a wide spectrum of experience and skills to lead the way forward.

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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.

Job Overview And Key Responsibilities

As an Engineer – Avionics, you will provide engineering support for aircraft systems, maintenance programs, operational engineering functions, and eEnabled technologies. This role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate system performance, develop technical solutions, and ensure the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of United's fleet.

You will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to investigate technical issues, improve system reliability, support maintenance activities, and implement engineering solutions that balance operational performance, safety, and cost efficiency.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Provide technical support for eEnabled aircraft systems and tools, including troubleshooting guidance to resolve operational and maintenance issues.
• Monitor system performance through maintenance records, Palantir, SPLUNK, vendor reports, and other data sources to identify trends and improve reliability.
• Develop engineering solutions, implementation plans, project justifications, and cost-benefit analyses to support fleet initiatives.
• Review manufacturer Service Bulletins (SBs) for applicability to United's fleet, including FAA approval coordination and warranty recovery efforts.
• Manage multiple priorities and projects supporting line and base maintenance operations, maintenance program enhancements, and technical specification updates.
• Partner with operational teams to ensure airworthiness, regulatory compliance, safety, reliability, and operational efficiency.
• Support aircraft maintenance activities both remotely and on-site as needed, including occasional after-hours assistance.
• Travel domestically and internationally up to 30% based on business needs
  
  

Qualifications

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, aerospace, mechanical, computer engineering, or a related technical field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to solve complex technical problems.
• Experience managing projects and engineering modifications in regulated environments.
• Excellent verbal communication, technical writing, and organizational skills.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Successful completion of the interview process.
• Reliable and punctual attendance.
  
  

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

• Engineering experience supporting commercial aviation, airline operations, avionics systems, or aircraft fleet programs.
• Knowledge of eEnabled aircraft systems, including WQAR, AIDs, onboard network systems, aircraft Wi-Fi, cellular modems/WAPS, and associated ground support tools.
• Understanding of aircraft network security requirements and regulatory programs, including Aircraft Network Security Program (ANSP).
• Experience with aircraft systems integration, diagnostics, reliability analysis, or fleet performance monitoring.
  
  

The base pay range for this role is $83,695.00 to $109,004.00.

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.

United Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation, contact JobAccommodations@united.com