Sr Engineer, Cabin Projects

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 Cabin Projects Engineering Team within the Integrated Operations Division.
• Responsible for supporting Engineering activities to define, develop, and implement new cabins and aircraft equipment. This job also establishes maintenance programs and standards for the ongoing maintenance of aircraft and components within area(s) of responsibility.

What you'll do

• ​Lead aircraft cabin modification projects from requirements definition through certification, installation, and entry into service while managing technical scope, schedule, risks, stakeholder expectations, and overall project execution. Assist in completion of projects outside of leadership assignments
• Serve as the primary technical focal point for assigned cabin modification projects, coordinating activities across Engineering, Maintenance, Supply Chain, Marketing, suppliers, MROs, regulatory authorities, and with other airline departments.
• Develops action plans for fleet/multi-fleet and/or component engineering projects and pursues final dispositions according to assessed priorities
• 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
• Coordinate technical activities and deliverables with aircraft manufacturers, seat suppliers, IFE providers, cabin interior vendors, and modification organizations to ensure that Engineering dispositions are properly substantiated in accordance with applicable regulations and company manuals. Coordinates with other airline departments to provide for effective and efficient implementation of engineering dispositions
• Provide engineering support during aircraft modification, installation, testing, and entry-into-service activities to ensure successful project execution.
• Keeps informed of day-to-day airline operations involving field of responsibility. Assesses daily priorities 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. Also strives to improve communications skills, time management and other personal qualities pertinent to maximum effectiveness and efficiency in performing assigned duties
• Conducts training and serves as mentor to other Engineers in area(s) of expertise

Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

• ​Bachelor's Degree in Engineering in Mechanical/ Aeronautical/ Aerospace/ Electrical discipline Required
• 6 years engineering experience in commercial aviation, aircraft modifications, aircraft interiors, certification, systems integration, or a related field
• Experience leading cross-functional technical projects
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams without direct authority
• Strong technical writing and engineering documentation skills
• Ability to read/ use/ understand/ generate detail and installation drawings
• Knowledge of 14 CFR Part 25 aircraft certification requirements
• Familiarity with aircraft interiors, regulatory requirements and aircraft engineering practices

Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

• 10 or more years experience in design, certification, or installation of aircraft seating, cabin components, cabin systems or IFE
• Experience leading aircraft modification projects from requirements development through certification and fleet implementation.
• Experience managing project schedules, technical risks, and cross-functional stakeholders such as suppliers, MROs, and aircraft manufacturers
• Understanding of 14 CFR Parts 21, 25, and 121
• Familiarity with FAA, EASA, and FAA-ODA certification processes
• Familiarity with Catia 6/ 3DS modeling software

Skills, Licenses & Certifications

• A&P license
• ​Knowledge of Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Ability to analyze technical data and make data driven decisions
• Demonstrates aptitude, ability and willingness to take on new roles and responsibilties
• Ability to prepare/deliver presentations that compel acceptance of solutions
• Ability to successfully interact with internal and external customers

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.