Aircraft Line Support Engineer ESC AOG

Aviation Technology Associates, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 119,851; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel costs covered (flights, hotel, rental car)

Flexible work schedule

10 hours a day with additional pay for travel time

Job summary

A leading aviation engineering company is seeking an Aircraft Line Support Engineer in Chicago, IL. The role involves supporting aircraft line maintenance through technical analysis and guidance, ensuring compliance with FAA policies. Ideal candidates possess a degree in engineering, strong communication skills, and at least two years of relevant experience. This W-2 hourly position offers a pay rate of $87.00 per hour, with travel costs covered and a flexible work schedule.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a specific technical discipline within aviation engineering.
• Experience with aircraft/airline/MRO operations is desired.

Responsibilities

• Support aircraft line maintenance operations as a liaison engineer.
• Provide technical dispositions and guidance on aircraft issues.
• Perform structural analysis and repair assessments.
• Facilitate communication between engineering and line maintenance teams.

Skills

Structural analysis

Written and verbal communication

Analytical and problem-solving

Self-motivated

Knowledge of FARs and FAA policies

Education

BS Degree in Aeronautical, Aerospace, Mechanical, or Structural Engineering

Job description

Aviation Technology Associates (AVTECH) is looking for an Aircraft Line Support Engineer (ESC, AOG).

• Chicago, IL (ORD)

This position starts in March 2026 and lasts through October 2026.

Position Purpose

Liaison engineering supporting aircraft line maintenance operations.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• Providing technical dispositions (via Engineering Authorizations) and guidance for aircraft issues that exceed published limits for structural damage including sheet metal and composite repairs. This often includes performing a structural analysis.
• Providing work deviation authorization, interpretation of service documents & Engineering Orders.
• Providing options for repairing versus replacing a part to minimize financial impact.
• Providing aircraft system trouble shooting assistance to Line Maintenance.
• Attending daily production meeting and pre-induction meeting to ensure timely support.
• Coordinating events/issues with Engineering Fleet Groups for additional action, troubleshooting and follow‑up.
• Monitoring trends and recurring discrepancies requiring corrective action. Developing Typical Repairs and manual supplement to eliminate repetitive BA requests.

As an ideal candidate to join the AVTECH team, you will meet the following:

Education and Experience Requirements

• BS Degree (or higher) in Aeronautical, Aerospace, Mechanical, or Structural Engineering.
• Two plus (2+) years in a specific technical discipline.

Required Unique Skills

• Ability to perform structural analysis to substantiate repairs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong investigative, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Self‑motivated, conscientious and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of FARs, FAA policies, and vendor manual (AMM, IPC, CMM).
• Must be willing to work a flexible work schedule to meet internal customer's needs.
• Aircraft/airline/MRO or aviation engineering experience desired.

Shift

• Typical shift is Tuesday through the following Monday.
• 10 hours a day (with additional 5 hours of pay on either end to cover travel).
• 7 on/7 off rotation (no relocation requirement).
• Travel costs covered (i.e., flights, hotel, rental car, etc.).

This is a W-2 hourly position. The estimated pay rate is $87.00 per hour.