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Senior Engineer- Interiors United Airlines - 3.9 Chicago, IL Job Details Full-time $100,415 - $130,758 a year 3 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance Qualifications Managing projects in an engineering role Managing projects Mechanical knowledge Full Job Description Achieving our goals starts with supporting yours. Grow your career, access top-tier health and wellness benefits, build lasting connections with your team and our customers, and travel the world using our extensive route network. Come join us to create what's next. Let's define tomorrow, together. 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 broad spectrum of experience and skills to lead the way forward. Achieving our goals starts with supporting yours. Grow your career, access top-tier health and wellness benefits, build lasting connections with your team and our customers, and travel the world using our extensive route network. Create what's next with us. Let's define tomorrow together! At United, we operate some of the world's best aircraft. Our Technical Operations team comprises aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers, planners, ground equipment and facilities professionals, and supply chain teams that ensure they're well-equipped and ready to transport our customers to their desired destinations. If you're prepared to work on our planes, join our Tech Ops experts and help keep our fleet in tip-top shape.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Senior 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. Evaluate the impact of modifications or new equipment on reliability and associated costs. 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.
Location & Schedule:
This role is based at the CSC - Willis Tower in Chicago, IL, and follows a hybrid work schedule with three days per week in the office (subject to change) Qualifications What's needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications): Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace) or related technical field, or equivalent experience. Minimum of 5-8 years at an engineer level or similar role elsewhere in the industry 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 Ability to travel up to 20%. What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications): Advanced engineering degree. Boeing/Airbus Structures
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Airframe/Powerplant License. Experience with CATIA/AUTOCAD and maintenance checks on Boeing/Airbus aircraft. Knowledge of FAA regulations (FAR 145, 25, and 121). Proficient in Microsoft Office applications Airline Industry experience, particularly in interiors engineering The base pay range for this role is $100,415.00 to $130,758.00. The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, 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. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation, contact
