Job Abstract

Position Summary

The Associate Engineer Aircraft Systems is responsible for engineering activity relating to aircraft systems and related components on the aircraft. The Engineer will support both line and heavy maintenance activities / modifications on the JetBlue fleet.

Essential Responsibilities

• Reviews and actions Airworthiness Directives (AD) so as to endure compliance with applicable regulations
• Reviews Service Bulletins, Service Letters, etc. for applicability and system reliability and/or economic benefits
• Develops technical data required for modifications/repairs of aircraft systems and components
• Obtains regulatory approval for modifications/repairs performed on JetBlue aircraft systems and components
• Develops customized procedures and special criteria for repairs, modifications, inspections, servicing, and other maintenance actions which are not adequately addressed in existing manuals
• Prepares engineering documents such as Engineering Orders (EO) to provide technical dispositions for repairs, modifications, inspection or other maintenance actions on aircraft systems and components, which provide benefits in accordance with airline/departmental objectives
• Establishes build specifications for aircraft systems/components

• Develops engineering procedures, standards and process specifications to comply with manufacturer/vendors Service Bulletins, Airworthiness Directives and other Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requirements
• Coordinates engineering functions with regulatory agencies as required for approval for major repairs and alterations including the completion and forwarding of documents to support such approvals
• Provides technical assistance and troubleshooting support to various departments in support of the day-to-day operation

• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering; OR demonstrated capability to perform job responsibilities with a combination of a High School Diploma/GED and at least four (4) years of previous related work experience
• One (1) year of experience in FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Maintenance or Engineering
• Background in aircraft systems, including but not limited to, Air Conditioning, Fire Detection, Flight Controls, Fuel, Hydraulics, Ice and Rain, Landing Gear, Pneumatics, Water and Waste
• Experience in an Applied Engineering discipline with an emphasis on aircraft systems
• Possess and maintain a valid Driver License and a driving record that meets JetBlue Airways’ insurance standards
• Must be able to acquire and maintain a valid Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge
• Depending on location, may need to acquire and maintain a United States Customs Clearance
• Able to read, write, and speak English fluently
• Available for occasional overnight travel (10%)
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test
• Must be legally eligible to work in the country in which the position is located
• Authorization to work in the US is required. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Preferred Experience and Qualifications

• Airbus experience
• Two (2) years in the airline industry with working knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) governing aircraft certification and maintenance
• Valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant Certificate
• Computer literate in Microsoft software such as Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, and Project
• Possess reliability analysis skills to identify root cause of systems problems
• Excellent decision making and problem solving skills
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as strong analytical abilities
• Able to communicate technical issues in an assertive and tactful manner
• Able to manage and coordinate several tasks and projects simultaneously

Crewmember Expectations:

• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Potential need to work flexible hours and be available to respond on short-notice
• Able to maintain a professional appearance
• When working or traveling on JetBlue flights, and if time permits, all capable crewmembers are asked to assist with light cleaning of the aircraft
• Must be an appropriate organizational fit for the JetBlue culture, that is, exhibit the JetBlue values of Safety, Caring, Integrity, Passion and Fun
• Promote JetBlue’s #1 value of safety as a Safety Ambassador, supporting JetBlue’s Safety Management System (SMS) components, Safety Policy and behavioral standards
• Identify safety and/or security concerns, issues, incidents or hazards that should be reported and report them whenever possible and by any means necessary including JetBlue’s confidential reporting systems (Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) or Safety Action Report (SAR))
• Responsible for adhering to all applicable laws, regulations (FAA, OSHA, DOT, etc.) and Company policies, procedures and risk controls
• Uphold JetBlue’s safety performance metric goals and understanding how they relate to their duties and responsibilities

Equipment:

• Computer and other office equipment
• Ear plugs and safety goggles for on-site support

Work Environment:

• Required to work in airport environment which may present weather variations and elevated noise level
• Required to do shift work and irregular hours due to irregular operations
• Required to work in the ramp area of the airport terminal
• Irregular work shifts, on-call, and multiple work locations

Physical Effort: 

• Light physical effort required by handling objects up to 20 pounds occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently.  (Light)

Compensation: 

• The base pay range for this position is between $64,000 and $103,100.  Base pay is one component of JetBlue’s total compensation package, which may also include access to healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan and company match, crewmember stock purchase plan, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, free space available travel on JetBlue, and more.