Aircraft Configuration Engineer: Reliability & Modifications

JetBlue Airways; New York (NY); On-site; USD 57,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

JetBlue Airways is seeking an Associate Engineer who reports to the Manager of Engineering and helps develop in-service modifications, repairs, and other solutions to boost aircraft reliability and operational excellence.

You will work with engineers, technicians, and specialists to design, test, and document aircraft systems, perform calculations, and support regulatory compliance while contributing to safety and efficiency goals across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s in a technical field; or equivalent experience in airline engineering.
• Strong data analysis, technical writing, and MS Office proficiency.
• Ability to interpret OEM and engineering documents and perform safety analyses.

Responsibilities

• Technical writing and generating clear work instructions.
• Analyze component failures to improve airworthiness and cost.
• Support predictive diagnostics and monitoring strategies.
• Design, develop, and test aircraft systems solutions.
• Perform engineering calculations for safety and efficiency.
• Create and review documentation for aircraft systems and structures.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and specialists to optimize performance.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost analyses for projects.
• Monitor compliance with regulations and safety standards.
• Provide troubleshooting support for aircraft systems requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Python

Excel

SQL

Technical writing

Microsoft Office

Data analysis

Reliability analysis

Decision making

English fluency

OEM documents interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering

Master’s degree in Engineering

High School Diploma/GED + 3 years related experience

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

PowerPoint

Job description

JetBlue Airways is seeking an Associate Engineer who reports to the Manager of Engineering and helps develop in-service modifications, repairs, and other solutions to boost aircraft reliability and operational excellence.

You will work with engineers, technicians, and specialists to design, test, and document aircraft systems, perform calculations, and support regulatory compliance while contributing to safety and efficiency goals across multiple projects.