Job Description
This job is a member of the Maintenance and Engineering Team within the Integrated Operations Division. Responsible for providing technical disposition for discrepancies that exceed published manual limits for all line aircraft.
Benefits and Offers
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
Duties and Responsibilities
Your main responsibilities in this role include the following:
Develops, substantiates and issues repairs/approvals for discrepancies that are outside of any existing published limits (only engineering has that authority)
Provides engineering work scope for troubleshooting of operational issues to determine root cause and provide corrective action
Reads and interprets Digital Flight Data Recorder (DFDR) information to provide corrective action(s) to maintenance
Creates American Airlines Repair Document (AARD) for recurring aircraft discrepancies
Assists with troubleshooting chronic aircraft in the field
Assists with major damage assessment and temporary repair development in the field
Issues inspection Engineering Authorizations (EAs) for emerging safety or compliance issues when timeline is critical
Must be willing and able to work irregular hours and shift schedules including holidays and weekends
Must be able to travel (<25%)
Job Requirements
Level 2: Bachelors of Science Degree in Engineering from an accredited college/university
Level 3: Bachelors of Science Degree in Engineering from an accredited college/university
Level 3:2 years of Engineering experience
Knowledge of Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
In an expedient manner, must be able to prioritize workload, solve problems, substantiate solutions using valid engineering analytical principals, document solutions with good technical writings skills, and verbally communicate solutions throughout the maintenance organization
Ability to be self-motivated and discipline in work ethics
Ability to able to effectively multi-task various work activities to meet the requirements of the operation
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Ability to maintain composure in a stressful environment
Ability to demonstrate a strong Customer service focus (internal and external)
Must possess good interpersonal skills to work with others
Level 2: N/A
Level 3: 3 years working history as engineer with aviation experience
Level 3: Familiarity with Code of Federal Regulations (CFRs), maintenance programs, Engine Manual (EM), Structural Repair Manual (SRM), Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM), Illustrated Parts Catalog (IPC), Fault Isolation Manual (FIM), Component Maintenance Manual (CMM), and Wiring Diagrams (WDM)
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