What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Engineer- Interiors position at United Airlines?
Description
Find your future at United!
We’re reinventing what our industry looks like, and what an airline can be – from the planes we fly to the people who fly them. When you join us, you’re joining a global team of 100,000 connected by a shared passion with a wide spectrum of experience and skills to lead the way forward.
Achieving our ambitions starts with supporting yours. Evolve your career and find your next opportunity. Get the care you need with industry-leading health plans and best-in-class programs to support your emotional, physical, and financial wellness. Expand your horizons with travel across the world’s biggest route network. Connect outside your team through employee-led Business Resource Groups.
Create what’s next with us. Let’s define tomorrow together.
At United, we have some of the best aircraft in the world. Our Technical Operations team is full of aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers, planners, ground equipment and facilities professionals, and supply chain teams that help make sure they’re well taken care of and ready to get our customers to their desired destinations. If you’re ready to work on our planes, join our Tech Ops experts and help keep our fleet in tip-top shape.
Key Responsibilities
As a Principal Engineer – Interiors, you will play a critical role in ensuring our fleet is safe, efficient, and reliable. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will design, analyze, and implement solutions for aircraft interiors while maintaining the highest standards of airworthiness and regulatory compliance.
United values diverse experiences, and perspectives. We encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the “desired” qualifications makes for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check ALL boxes! We are always looking for individuals who will bring something new to the table!
What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):
The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.
You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.
United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation. WHQ00024759
Find your future at United!
We’re reinventing what our industry looks like, and what an airline can be – from the planes we fly to the people who fly them. When you join us, you’re joining a global team of 100,000 connected by a shared passion with a wide spectrum of experience and skills to lead the way forward.
Achieving our ambitions starts with supporting yours. Evolve your career and find your next opportunity. Get the care you need with industry-leading health plans and best-in-class programs to support your emotional, physical, and financial wellness. Expand your horizons with travel across the world’s biggest route network. Connect outside your team through employee-led Business Resource Groups.
Create what’s next with us. Let’s define tomorrow together.
At United, we have some of the best aircraft in the world. Our Technical Operations team is full of aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers, planners, ground equipment and facilities professionals, and supply chain teams that help make sure they’re well taken care of and ready to get our customers to their desired destinations. If you’re ready to work on our planes, join our Tech Ops experts and help keep our fleet in tip-top shape.
Key Responsibilities
As a Principal Engineer – Interiors, you will play a critical role in ensuring our fleet is safe, efficient, and reliable. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will design, analyze, and implement solutions for aircraft interiors while maintaining the highest standards of airworthiness and regulatory compliance.
- Analyze and solve issues related to the design, operation, maintenance, and performance of aircraft interiors and components.
- Define maintenance programs, configuration criteria, and serviceability standards.
- Evaluate regulatory requirements and implement necessary changes.
- Assess the impact of modifications or new equipment on reliability and cost.
- Lead projects, including authoring, designing, testing, and project management.
- Provide on-site technical support for line and base operations.
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to address technical concerns.
- Develop technical data for repairs and modifications to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Represent United at industry meetings as a subject matter expert.
- Provide technical oversight and review of engineering documentation.
United values diverse experiences, and perspectives. We encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the “desired” qualifications makes for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check ALL boxes! We are always looking for individuals who will bring something new to the table!
What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field, or equivalent experience.
- At least 3–5 years of experience in a senior engineering role.
- Familiarity with Boeing and/or Airbus aircraft.
- Strong engineering expertise in aircraft systems, maintenance programs, and engines.
- Proven project management experience, with the ability to analyze and resolve complex technical challenges.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
- Reliable, punctual attendance
- Advanced engineering degree.
- Boeing/Airbus Structures I, II, III
- Airframe/Powerplant License.
- Experience with CATIA/AUTOCAD and maintenance checks on Boeing/Airbus aircraft.
- Knowledge of FAA regulations (FAR 145, 25, and 121).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Airline industry experience, particularly in interiors engineering.
The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.
You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.
United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation. WHQ00024759
Salary : $126,445 - $172,370
