Engineer (Fort Worth, TX, US)

Intro

Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your time off? Join our American Airlines family, and you’ll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you’ll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board!

Why you'll love this job

• This job is a member of the Aircraft Software Engineering Team within the Technical Operations Division. This team helps troubleshoot and resolve operational issues on transport category aircraft. This position will be responsible for Engineering support on various  software driven aircraft systems and improving associated reliability and performance through project management.

What you'll do

Engineer L2

• Keeps informed of day-to-day airline operations involving field of responsibility
• Assesses daily priorities in accordance with airline/departmental objectives and management directives
• Investigates aircraft/component problems associated with aircraft software which may cause aircraft delays or cancellations, substantial expenditures in manpower or materials, or interruptions in maintenance operations or interruptions in aicraft software data retrival, and determines appropriate corrective actions
• Provides Engineering support as required for disposition of discrepant conditions affecting aircraft or components in order to restore serviceable status
• Responds to requests from Maintenance and other airline departments when technical assistance is required to support projects or resolve problems
• Develops action plans for fleet/multi-fleet and/or component engineering projects and pursues final dispositions according to assessed priorities
• Coordinates with other airline departments, as required, to provide for effective and efficient implementation of engineering dispositions
• Prepares Engineering documents to implement technical dispositions by providing customized procedures for repairs, modifications, inspections or other maintenance actions which provide benefits in accordance with airline/departmental objectives and management directives
• Maintains knowledge of current and pending regulations, which affect areas of responsibility and ensures that all Engineering actions maintain compliance with applicable regulatory requirements
• Utilizes available resources to continually increase levels of technical expertise and practical experience
• May work irregular hours and shift schedules; may travel

Engineer L3
Please see Engineer L2 essential job functions. This position additionally performs the followin

• Coordinates with manufacturers and regulatory authorities, as required, and ensures that Engineering dispositions are properly substantiated in accordance with applicable regulations and Company manuals
• Develops customized procedures and special criteria for repairs, modifications, inspections, servicing and other maintenance actions which are not adequately addressed in existing manuals
• Strives to improve communications skills, time management and other personal qualities pertinent to maximum effectiveness and efficiency in performing assigned duties

All you'll need for success

Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

• ​Bachelor's degree in Engineering required
• 2 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

• ​3-6 years experience as an engineer with aircraft systems or related experience
• Experience authoring, revising, and creating Engineering Orders (EOs), Maintenance Evaluation Team (MET) Projects, and Engineering Authorizations (EAs)
• Knowledge of CFRs, maintenance programs, WDM, AMM, IPC, TSM and CMM
• Knowledge of aircraft software distribution/loading 

Skills, Licenses & Certifications

• ​Knowledge of Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Excellent analytical, technical writing, problem solving, communication, planning and organizational skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Must be self-motivated and disciplined in their work ethics
• Basic computer programming

What you'll get

Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer: 

• Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
• Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more. 
• Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
• 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
• Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more

Feel free to be yourself at American

From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Team Member Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.

Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life’s journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.