Airlines - Aviation Maintenance

Description:

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Senior Manager - Systems Engineering

Chicago, IL



Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT

Travel subject to service charges/restrictions. Bonuses awarded only under terms of United's policies.

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Overview



Sr. Manager is responsible for the investigation, cost analysis and execution of modifications and repairs to aircraft, systems and components in their area. Provides technical engineering services, recommendations and trouble-shooting support to other divisions and personnel involved with aircraft systems. The Sr. Manager is responsible for providing specialized service, project and technical support for the operation, performance, modification and repair of all aircraft components.

Monitors aircraft performance to provide continuous improvement and to initiate pro-active actions to support line operations. Evaluates the benefits of the cost impact of a fleet decision to ensure an optimum balance of cost, asset utilization, quality and reliability. Represents the company to the FAA, NTSB, A4A, and other external and internal organizations regarding specific aircraft, component and engine issues.



Responsibilities

Organize and manage the priorities for the group and orchestrate the work processes to meet all the deliverables for the projects
Coordinate work extensively with other operational groups to ensure airworthiness, safety, regulatory compliance, operational reliability, and operational efficiency.
This position guides the development of complex designs and implementation plans, project justification, obtaining funding approval, management of project implementation, technical support, and obtaining FAA approvals as required

Requirements:

Qualifications


Education

B.S. degree in Engineering and/or equivalent work experience required
Advanced degree and/or A&P License preferred

Knowledge/Skills

Extensive knowledge of FARs, airworthiness design and substantiation criteria, aircraft and equipment design and operational characteristics, aircraft materials and processes required

Experience

3 -5 year’s management experience, 5-10 years engineering experience required

Other

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

INDUAL

Job Tech Ops / Maintenance - Management & Administrative
Primary LocationUnited States-IL-WHQ - Chicago - Willis Tower
Organization United
Schedule Full-time

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