Engineer Avionics - Long Island City, NY

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network•Long Island City, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Engineer reports to the Manager of Engineering and develops and implements in-service modifications, repairs, and other solutions to improve aircraft reliability and operational performance while supporting aircraft safety and regulatory compliance. The role works closely with principal engineers, managers, technicians, and specialists to build technical knowledge, analyze system or component designs, and develop improvements that support departmental goals. The Engineer also develops substantiation and regulatory-compliance plans for in-house designs and implements major and minor modifications and repairs. The position may involve irregular shifts, on-call work, multiple work locations, outdoor work in seasonal weather, elevated areas, and travel. The schedule is assigned by seniority and may include days, swings, midnight shifts, and holidays. The role is based on-site in Long Island City, New York. The Engineer reports to the Manager of Engineering.

Requirements

Bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, or another technical discipline by the time of hire, and at least three years of experience in the aviation sector. The bachelor's degree requirement may be substituted with an additional three years of direct aircraft engineering and technical-support experience in an airline environment.
Basic knowledge of aircraft structures, avionics, systems, or powerplant, as applicable.
Experience with project execution and teamwork, with the ability to work across functions and organizational levels.
Experience writing project proposals.
Reliability-analysis skills to identify root causes of system problems.
Proficiency with data-analysis tools such as Python, Excel, and SQL.
Understanding of aerodynamics, physics, and relevant design standards, and ability to meet applicable licensing and certification requirements.
Working knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations governing aircraft certification and maintenance.
Ability to interpret complex technical engineering and OEM documents.
Computer literacy with Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, and Project.
Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Availability for a flexible work schedule, including shifts, weekends, and holidays.
Fluent English reading, writing, and speaking skills.
Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge.
Availability for overnight travel, approximately 20%.
Must pass a pre-employment drug test and be legally eligible to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.
Regular attendance and punctuality; ability to work flexible hours and respond on short notice.
Ability to maintain a professional appearance and meet JetBlue's organizational and cultural expectations.
Ability to work in elevated areas.
Light physical effort: handle objects weighing up to 20 pounds occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently.
The use of ChatGPT or another automated tool during the interview process will disqualify the candidate.

Nice To Haves

Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate.
Airbus experience.
Airline experience or demonstrated familiarity with general ATA chapters covering aircraft systems, structures, powerplant, and avionics.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Power Apps.
Excellent verbal and written communication and strong analytical abilities.
Ability to communicate technical issues assertively and tactfully.
Project management skills.
Ability to manage and coordinate several tasks and projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with predictive digital technology teams to develop diagnostics and monitoring strategies that improve operational reliability.
Review and disseminate service bulletins, service letters, operator letters, and similar data; determine appropriate actions and initiate applicable OEM engineering documentation.
Enter Engineering Authorizations data into the electronic maintenance tracking program.
Help identify intervals and methods for Airworthiness Directive compliance.
Identify and act on opportunities to improve airline profitability, increase block hours and aircraft reliability, and decrease cost per block hour.
Understand and produce clear, efficient technical work instructions.
Analyze and record component failures to improve airworthiness and time on wing and reduce financial costs.
Design, develop, and test solutions for aircraft systems.
Perform engineering calculations and analyses to support aircraft safety, performance, and efficiency.
Create and review technical documentation for aircraft systems and structures.
Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and specialists to optimize aircraft designs.
Conduct feasibility studies by evaluating project concepts, objectives, priorities, and requirements; conducting aircraft surveys; identifying technical solutions; and preparing technical documents and submittals.
Monitor and maintain aircraft systems for compliance with regulations and safety standards.
Provide technical support and troubleshooting for aircraft systems requirements.
Promote safety as a Safety Ambassador and support JetBlue's Safety Management System, Safety Policy, and behavioral standards.
Identify and report safety or security concerns, issues, incidents, and hazards through available reporting systems.
Follow applicable laws, regulations, company policies, procedures, and risk controls, and support JetBlue's safety performance goals.
Maintain regular attendance and punctuality, a professional appearance, and availability for flexible hours and short-notice responses.
When working or traveling on JetBlue flights, assist with light aircraft cleaning when capable and when time permits.
Perform other duties as assigned.