Cabin Technology Sr. Engineer

American Airlines; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel perks

Health benefits

Wellness programs

401(k) program

Additional benefits

Job summary

American Airlines in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a senior technical professional to manage software development and acceptance testing for IFEC systems. You will monitor performance, diagnose issues with suppliers, and lead test planning and user acceptance testing for major software releases.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering and 6+ years of related experience, with travel up to 70% as needed. On-site at the DFW campus, you will coordinate across teams in Cabin Technology within

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering field required.
• 6+ years of related experience.
• Ability to travel 20%–70% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Manage the software development and Customer Acceptance Testing for IFEC systems and may lead other projects involving on-aircraft systems/technology.
• Monitor IFEC performance using operational data and work with IFEC suppliers to diagnose issues and restore service.
• Define new processes, gather requirements, manage deliverables, and develop and execute test plans for technology projects.
• Lead and support User Acceptance Testing for major IFEC software releases and system updates.
• Coordinate hosted applications integration including project management, software, hardware, network, data management, security issues, and vendor selection.
• Utilize resources to increase technical expertise and practical experience.
• Assess daily priorities in line with airline objectives.

Skills

A&P license

Microsoft Office

Data analysis

Presentations

Customer interaction

Travel availability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Location: DFW Headquarters Building 8 (DFW-SV08)
Cities: Fort Worth - TX
Requisition ID: 88262

Job Description

Intro

Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your time off? Join our American Airlines family, and you’ll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you’ll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board!

Why you'll love this job

• This job sits within the Cabin Technology department of the Technical Operations Division. The position is responsible for supporting, maintaining, and the performance of Inflight Entertainment (IFE) and Inflight Connectivity (IFC) technology

What you'll do

• Manage the software development and Customer Acceptance Testing for the Inflight Entertainment and Connectivity systems (IFEC) and may lead other projects involving on-aircraft systems/technology
• Monitors Inflight Entertainment and Connectivity (IFEC) system performance using operational, analytics, and supplier provided data, and works directly with IFEC suppliers to diagnose issues, drive corrective actions, and restore service performance.
• Tasks may include defining new processes, gathering and documenting requirements, managing project deliverables, and developing, reviewing, and executing test plans for technology projects
• Lead and support User Acceptance Testing for major IFEC software releases and system updates.
• May act as coordinator for any aspect of hosted applications integration, including project management, software, hardware, network, data management, security issues, and vendor selection
• Utilizes available resources to continually increase levels of technical expertise and practical experience
• Assesses daily priorities in accordance with airline/departmental objectives and management directives

All you'll need for success

Minimum Qualifications - Education & Prior Job Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering field required
• 6+ years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications - Education & Prior Job Experience

• Network experience highly desirable
• Experience working with Software development, software applications and end user devices is preferred
• Project management experience, preferably in software applications development
• Ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced environment, learn rapidly and master diverse web technologies and techniquesExcellent communication skills, both verbal and written; able to communicate effectively with multiple management levels and across a broad base of users
• Write requirements and test plans, and executing test cases
• Ability to travel in cycles that will range between 20% to 70%

Skills, Licenses & Certifications

• A&P license
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Ability to analyze technical data and make data driven decisions
• Demonstrates aptitude, ability and willingness to take on new roles and responsibilties
• Ability to prepare/deliver presentations that compel acceptance of solutions
• Ability to successfully interact with internal and external customers

What you'll get

Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer:

• Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
• Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.
• Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
• 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
• Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more

Feel free to be yourself at American

From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Team Member Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.

Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life’s journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.

Cities: Fort Worth - TX
Requisition ID: 88262