Aircraft Engineer - Avionics

UPS

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Explore your next opportunity at a Fortune Global 500 organization. Envision innovative possibilities, experience our rewarding culture, and work with talented teams that help you become better every day. We know what it takes to lead UPS into tomorrow—people with a unique combination of skill + passion. If you have the qualities and drive to lead yourself or teams, there are roles ready to cultivate your skills and take you to the next level. As an Aircraft Avionics Engineer for UPS Airlines, you will develop engineering solutions that support implementation of safety, reliability and airworthiness policies and procedures. You will be challenged to develop cost-effective standards and recommendations that meet company aircraft specifications through coordination and collaboration with component and aircraft manufacturers. Aircraft Connectivity is presenting many opportunities within the world of aviation as well. Experience with the implementation and maintenance of Aviation Cybersecurity Standards and Aircraft Connectivity solutions is a preferred but not required skillset for this position.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree – Electrical, Aerospace, or other equivalent engineering degree.
Minimum of one (1) year of technical experience.
Ability to work different shifts, which can include nights and weekends when required.
Legally authorized to permanently work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Will not require sponsorship in order to maintain employment visa status.
Must be a U.S. Citizen or National of the U.S., an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. for this employer.

Nice To Haves

Flexibility to travel both domestically and internationally.
Proficiency in technical analysis and working knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations or certification requirements.
Prior Airline or Maintenance Repair Overhaul Facility experience.
Experience with implementation of Aviation Cybersecurity requirements and aircraft connectivity solutions.
Positive attitude and the ability to work well with other team members.
Clear verbal and written communication skills.
Strong avionics/electrical aptitude.
Ability to multi-task.
Hands-on approach to projects.

Responsibilities

Design repair schemes for wiring, components, and other electrical aspects.
Utilize analytical skills and electrical aptitude while working directly with maintenance teams and vendors.
Manage, track, and implement certification approvals from beginning to end, including obtaining proper funding.
Develop solutions to reduce cost, such as alternate repairs, material approvals, and technological improvements.
Review FAA and International Regulations for applicability to UPS.
Act as project manager for applicable regulations, obtain funding, and create technical work instructions to maintain airworthiness compliance.
Review and analyze aircraft data to determine areas where aircraft reliability can be improved via aircraft and component modifications, maintenance procedural changes, or other required actions.