Engineer, Structures

Republic Airways Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Republic Airways Inc. seeks an experienced structural engineering professional responsible for ensuring airworthiness and safety of aircraft structures. You will design, analyze, and maintain structural integrity, coordinating with OEMs to implement modifications and repairs in compliance with regulations.

The role involves collaboration with maintenance teams, reporting, and continual improvement to support airline performance. Travel may be required to supplier sites and training programs.

Qualifications

• FAA Mechanic Certificate with A&P rating or foreign equivalent.
• Associate degree (A.A./A.S.) in Aviation or related technical field or equivalent combination.
• At least 3 years of experience in related engineering/aircraft maintenance.
• Thorough understanding of 14 CFR maintenance and airworthiness requirements.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with OEMs, STC Holders, and DER teams to diagnose structural issues and recommend compliant repairs.
• Analyze and approve drawings, specifications, and documentation for aircraft modifications, repairs, and upgrades.
• Develop work cards for structural inspections, repairs, and continued airworthiness.
• Coordinate with Maintenance Teams to ensure repairs follow published instructions.
• Track structural repairs for aging aircraft and data analysis.
• Provide technical expertise during inspections, maintenance checks, and investigations.
• Engage suppliers to evaluate materials and technologies for structural applications.
• Serve as liaison for OEMs and suppliers to ensure timely support.
• Prepare detailed reports for regulatory submissions and internal records.
• Stay updated on industry and regulatory changes to improve processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Education

FAA Mechanic Certificate with A&P

Associate degree in Aviation/technical field

3+ years in related engineering/aircraft maintenance

Bachelor's degree in Aviation

Job description

Job Category: Engineering POSITION PURPOSE

Responsible for ensuring the structural integrity, safety, and airworthiness of aircraft through the design, analysis, and maintenance of aircraft structures. This role involves coordinating with OEM’s to develop and implement engineering solutions to support aircraft modifications, repairs, and maintenance, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and enhancing operational efficiency. The position collaborates with cross-functional teams to maintain high safety standards and optimize airline performance

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Collaborate with OEM, STC Holders, DER teams to diagnose structural issues and recommend repair solutions that comply regulatory standards.
• Analyze and approve engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation to support aircraft modifications, repairs, and upgrades
• Develop work cards specific to structural inspections, repairs, modifications and continued airworthiness
• Works with Maintenance Teams to ensure repair documents are understood and repairs are accomplished to authorized published instructions
• Ensures all structural repairs are accurately tracked for later analysis, e.g., Aging Aircraft
• Provide technical expertise during aircraft inspections, maintenance checks and incident investigations related to structural integrity
• Works with suppliers and manufactures to evaluate materials, components and technologies for structural applications
• Technical liaison for OEM and suppliers to ensure timely and ongoing support
• Prepare detailed reports and documentation for regulatory submissions and internal records
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and advancements in structural engineering to improve processes
• Fosters the Company’s core values and culture throughout the work environment
• Performs other duties as assigned

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability necessary to perform this job.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

FAA Mechanic Certificate with a rating of Airframe & Powerplant or foreign equivalent Associate’s degree (A.A./A.S.) in Aviation (any discipline) or a related technical field or the equivalent combination of education and experience. At least 3 years of experience in related engineering and/or aircraft maintenance Requires a thorough understanding and working knowledge of all appropriate maintenance and airworthiness requirements of 14 CFR. (i.e., Parts 1, 21, 23, 25, 43, 45, 47, 65, 91, and 121) and manuals required by 14 CFR Parts 121 and 133

PREFERRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) in Aviation (any discipline) Six Sigma or Lean Processes, certificate

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

REASONING/PROBLEM SOLVING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

DECISION MAKING

Makes day to day decisions used to support strategic direction. Decisions require thought and may not be structured. Decisions tend to short term and usually of moderate cost.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Able to move about the work environment. Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, talk and hear. Able to lift or move up to 10 pounds occasionally.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. May be required to work in open airplane hangars up to 10% of the time. May work in high, precarious places, exposed to fumes or airborne particles, and encounters risk of electrical shock up to 35% of the time. Works near moving mechanical up to 70% of the time. Occasionally exposed to very loud noise (examples: plane engines). Able to work weekends, holidays, night shift, and overtime, as required.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Travel up to 25% of the time, including overnight stays.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, DISABILITY, AND VETERAN ACCOMODATIONS

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability and Veteran Accommodations

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Company Overview

Founded in 1974 and headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Republic Airways is one of the largest regional airlines in North America. Republic operates a fleet of 200+ Embraer 170/175 aircraft and offers scheduled passenger service with 900 daily flights to 80+ cities in the U.S. and Canada. Republic continues to lead the way in innovation and operational excellence for 50 years. The unrivaled work being done by our over 6,000 Associates sets us apart from the competition. We are in an era of growth and untapped potential across the aviation industry. It’s an exciting time to be part of our Company, from corporate positions to the flight deck. No matter your role, your opportunities are elevated at Republic Airways. Republic Airways fosters a culture of trust, respect, care and fun. We believe our people and the passion they bring to their work is what distinguishes us. We work to encourage, support and invest in our Associates both professionally and personally. We live and breathe our Vision, Mission, Culture Statement and Guiding Principles — those words are put into action each and every day at Republic.