AAC Staff Engineer

POSITION DESCRIPTION 

The Staff Engineers report to the Director of Maintenance and are responsible for managing and coordinating all Engineering support-related matters for the Technical Operations and all technical issues related to configuration management, airframe repairs and modifications, and technical document amendments.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities:

1. Executes documentation and reviews for all matters pertaining to Airworthiness Directives (ADs), Service Bulletins (SBs), Service Letters (SLs), and Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) mandates. 

2. Provides 24/7 support during line and check maintenance, AOG, and heavy maintenance visits by coordinating with maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facilities, external organizations and engineering departments. 

3. Develops and implements master compliance plans and programs for airframe, avionics, and system modification and configuration control; coordinates directly with the original equipment manufacturer (OEM), supplemental type certificate (STC) holders, and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). 

4. Manages maintenance technical data necessary for compliance by the company to stay within regulatory and OEM compliance through reviewing requests and providing assessments for approval and justification.

5. Serves as a liaison for engineering-related matters with the FAA and Airlines for America (A4A).  Reviews all issued ATA/A4A, Maintenance & Engineering, and AD Memos, and prepares responses that reflect the company’s position.

6. Evaluates all ADs issued and implements compliance through company approved procedures. 

7. Reviews Notice of Proposed Rulemakings (NPRMs), ADs, Final Rules, Time-Limited Repairs, and Major Repairs to determine applicability and initiates the AD Compliance Flow. 

8. Evaluates all manufacturer SBs, SLs, and Maintenance & Engineering publications regarding design modifications.

9. Oversees the development of avionics and system modifications to enhance fleet reliability and standardization of aircraft configuration.

10. Authors engineering projects, repairs, and develops technical data to support aircraft operations and coordinates the dissemination of technical requirements among maintenance personnel for their assessment and review. 

11. Collaborates with Maintenance Planning to ensure compliance to mandated inspections, repairs, and alterations for aircraft and systems.

12. Facilitates technical assistance for Maintenance, Quality, Reliability, Aircraft Records, and Maintenance Training as required.

13. Prepares and coordinates engine and APU repair, modification, and inspection work specifications, including Maintenance Task Cards and Forms.

14. Submits service requests to the OEM, and obtains Designated Engineering Representative (DER) approvals to support repair proposals and modifications.

15. Evaluates repair and modification proposals submitted by contract and MRO structural engineers prior to  implementation and in accordance with approved Engineering procedures and processes.

16. Substantiates, authors, and issues work instructions to support the accomplishment of major and minor structural repairs per industry accepted practices, OEM approved methods, and FAA requirements.

17. Conducts stress analysis, damage assessments, and develops repair procedures and modifications.

18. Shall be responsible for additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School equivalency and a four (4) year Engineering degree (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Aerospace/Aeronautical) from an accredited university or equivalent work experience required.

• Must possess a valid driver’s license and current FAA Airframe & Powerplant Certificate preferred. 

• Five (5) years of trouble-shooting aircraft systems, avionics, and power plant systems preferred.

• Experience with analysis of airframe repairs and engine condition monitoring preferred.

• Working knowledge of Gas Turbine engines and troubleshooting practices preferred.

• Engine Condition monitoring and specialized training from Boeing performance Engine-software course, Pratt & Whitney, Honeywell, Rockwell Collins, or other OEM preferred. 

• Knowledge of FAA regulations, Boeing, and other manufacturers maintenance and repair procedures required.

• Must possess excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

• Proficiency with MS Office, AutoCAD, and TRAX preferred.

COMPENSATION
This position has a starting salary of $75,660.00 to $83,226.00 per year.

BENEFITS
• Comprehensive insurance programs including medical, dental, and vision
• Company-provided benefits such as life insurance, short and long-term disability, and an employee assistance program
• Competitive 401k match program with zero vesting period
• Annual bonus and salary review programs
• Competitive paid time off, personal days, and federal holidays
• Reimbursement benefits for fitness, transportation, and tuition up to $5,250 annually
• Plus, other employee benefits and appreciation events throughout the year.

Note:

Aloha Air Cargo reserves the right to alter the content of this job description, after consultation to reflect changes to the job or services provided, without altering the general character or level of responsibility. The duties described in this job description must be carried out in a manner which promotes equality of opportunity, dignity and due respect for all employees and service users and is consistent with Aloha Air Cargo’s Equal Opportunities Policy. 

Salary : $75,660 - $83,226