Senior Engineer- Component Engineering

United Airlines - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Chicago, IL

Air Transportation

About the position

As a Senior Engineer in Component Engineering at United Airlines, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the safety and efficiency of our aircraft fleet. This position involves analyzing and solving technical issues related to aircraft components, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and collaborating with various teams to implement effective solutions. Your expertise will contribute to the overall mission of connecting people and uniting the world through safe air travel.

Responsibilities

• Write clear technical documents for testing, repair, and overhaul of components to meet manufacturer and regulatory standards.
• Analyze component data (e.g., removal records, shop findings) to identify root causes and initiate corrective actions.
• Develop solutions, including cost/benefit analysis and implementation plans, and manage project execution, often requiring FAA approvals and warranty recovery coordination.
• Address production issues related to design, performance, and modifications, and communicate solutions effectively.
• Collaborate with internal teams to provide financial justifications for proposed solutions.
• Build relationships with OEMs and MRO partners for assigned components.
• Interpret technical manuals such as CMM, AMM, and SB, and provide engineering disposition for technical issues.
• Prioritize tasks and coordinate efforts with operational groups to maintain airworthiness, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or Industrial) or a related technical field or equivalent work experience.
• 2-4 years of experience in an engineering role within the airline industry.
• Working knowledge of airline, MRO, or OEM operations.
• Familiarity with the Code of Federal Regulations (CFRs), airworthiness design criteria, and aircraft operational characteristics.
• Engineering skill sets which can be applied to a range of aircraft systems, components, maintenance programs, and engines.
• Ability to analyze complex technical issues, detailed level of project management for regulatory compliance modifications.
• Willingness to travel up to 20%.
• Excellent verbal and technical writing skills needed.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Powerplant ATA Chapters 70-80.
• Knowledge of general ATA chapters, including aircraft systems, structures, and avionics.
• Familiarity with FARS (145, 25, 121).
• Proficiency in MS Office and MS Teams.
• Experience in programming languages (Python, SQL, JavaScript) is a plus.

Benefits

• Parental leave
• 401k
• Space-available travel privileges