Aircraft CNS & Datalink Engineer – On-Site

VetJobs; New York (NY); On-site; USD 77,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

JetBlue is seeking an Engineer, Aircraft Communications to ensure reliable CNS systems across our fleet and support ACARS, CPDLC, FANS, SATCOM, and datalink services. You will develop tools, analyze data, and collaborate with regulators, manufacturers, and internal teams to drive improvements and compliance.

This on-site role in Long Island City, NY requires 3+ years in aviation or a related tech field, a degree or equivalent experience, and occasional travel up to 30% to support operations and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4 years of relevant aviation/technical experience.
• Three years in aviation or a technical role.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% and hold a valid passport.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and support aircraft messaging and datalink systems (ACARS, CPDLC, FANS, SATCOM, ADS-B, ADS-C).
• Develop and validate aircraft operational databases and content.
• Design and maintain internal apps, scripts, workflows, dashboards, and analytical tools.
• Monitor performance, investigate issues, and support root-cause investigations.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and manage configurations.
• Coordinate with regulators, manufacturers, vendors, and internal teams to ensure reliability.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field

High School/GED with 4 years of relevant experience

Tools

Snowflake

Tableau

Power BI

Smartsheet

SITA AIRCOM

CAE OpsComm

TRAX

Job description

JetBlue is seeking an Engineer, Aircraft Communications to ensure reliable CNS systems across our fleet and support ACARS, CPDLC, FANS, SATCOM, and datalink services. You will develop tools, analyze data, and collaborate with regulators, manufacturers, and internal teams to drive improvements and compliance.

This on-site role in Long Island City, NY requires 3+ years in aviation or a related tech field, a degree or equivalent experience, and occasional travel up to 30% to support operations and