Aircraft/Aerospace Liaison Engineer

AVTECH Global • Charlotte, NC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Aviation Technology Associates (AVTECH Global) is looking for an Aircraft Liaison Engineer to support heavy maintenance base operations at aircraft MROs. This role involves providing technical dispositions, guidance, and analysis for aircraft issues, including structural damage and repairs. The engineer will also authorize work deviations, interpret service documents, and offer cost-saving repair options. Additionally, the position requires assisting with aircraft system troubleshooting, attending production meetings, providing on-site engineering support for damaged aircraft, coordinating with engineering groups, monitoring trends, and developing typical repairs to reduce repetitive requests.

Requirements

• BS Degree (or higher) in Aeronautical, Aerospace, Mechanical, or Structural Engineering
• Two plus (2+) years in specific technical discipline
• Ability to perform structural analysis to substantiate repairs
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong investigative, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated, conscientious and ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Knowledge of FARs, FAA policies, and vendor manuals (AMM, IPC, CMM)
• Must be willing to work a flexible work schedule to meet internal customer's needs

Nice To Haves

• Aircraft/airline/MRO or aviation engineering experience desired

Responsibilities

• Providing technical dispositions (via Engineering Authorizations) and guidance for aircraft issues that exceed published limits for structural damage including sheet metal and composite repairs.
• Performing structural analysis to substantiate repairs.
• Providing work deviation authorization, interpretation of service documents & Engineering Orders.
• Providing options for repairing versus replacing a part to minimize financial impact.
• Providing aircraft system trouble shooting assistance to Base Maintenance.
• Attending daily production meeting and pre-induction meeting to ensure timely support.
• Providing on-site engineering assistance for significantly damaged line aircraft as required.
• Coordinating events/issues with Engineering Fleet Groups for additional action, troubleshooting and follow-up.
• Monitoring trends and recurring discrepancies requiring corrective action.
• Developing Typical Repairs and manual supplement to eliminate repetitive BA requests.

Benefits

• Coverage of up to one-half of employee's medical insurance premium for a base plan
• 401(k) with matching
• Travel costs covered (i.e., flights, hotel, rental car, etc.)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level