Engineer, TechOps Propulsion Engineering

Delta Air Lines, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta Air Lines, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical/Aerospace engineer to lead reliability and maintenance program efforts for assigned engines, engine systems, and APUs at Delta TechOps.

You will define configurations, improve maintenance programs, and communicate critical issues to Tech Ops leadership. The role requires strong MS Office skills, cost analysis capability, and robust communication, organization, and time-management abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering preferred.
• Engineering degrees (Structural/Chemical) may be considered with relevant experience.
• Prior turbine engine or repair experience preferred.
• Exceptional Microsoft Office familiarity and cost analysis/presentation skills required.
• Strong written and verbal communication, multi-task abilities, analytical, interpersonal, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Must be performing satisfactorily in present position.
• Safety and security of self, others, and data prioritized.
• Embraces diverse people, thinking, and styles.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalency.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the reliability, defining/maintaining/improving the configuration, and maintenance program of their assigned engines, engine systems, and/or APU's.
• Provides communication to Tech Ops leadership for significant issues on assigned equipment/responsibilities.
• Provides oversight and technical direction for assigned equipment/responsibilities including engine work scopes, maintenance of Reliability Program technical requirements and Maintenance Programs.
• Responsible for development of technical recommendations/justifications for corrective action plans due to Reliability Program requirements and various FAA/QA/CAS audit findings.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with all FAA regulations and Delta procedures for the applicable engineering processes/procedures utilized by the team.
• Responsible for supporting the development of the engine maintenance budget for Delta engines and performing cost analysis to address budgetary issues.
• Responsible for supporting the development of costing data, engine removal forecasts, and other technical portions of the contracts for Delta TechOps' customers.
• Also involves direct support for engine maintenance shops and test cell by providing shop visit management and troubleshooting for assigned Delta and MRO equipment.
• Practices safety-conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Safety awareness

Diversity mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering

Engineering/Aerospace Technology degree considered with experience

High school diploma / GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

How you'll help us Keep Climbing (overview & key responsibilities)

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the reliability, defining/maintaining/improving the configuration, and maintenance program of their assigned engines, engine systems, and/or APU's.

• Provides communication to Tech Ops leadership for significant issues on assigned equipment/responsibilities.

• Provides oversight and technical direction for assigned equipment/responsibilities including engine work scopes, maintenance of Reliability Program technical requirements and Maintenance Programs.

• Responsible for development of technical recommendations/justifications for corrective action plans due to Reliability Program requirements and various FAA/QA/CAS audit findings.

• Responsible for ensuring compliance with all FAA regulations and Delta procedures for the applicable engineering processes/procedures utilized by the team.

• Responsible for supporting the development of the engine maintenance budget for Delta engines and performing cost analysis to address budgetary issues.

• Responsible for supporting the development of costing data, engine removal forecasts, and other technical portions of the contracts for Delta TechOps' customers.

• Also involves direct support for engine maintenance shops and test cell by providing shop visit management and troubleshooting for assigned Delta and MRO equipment.

• Practices safety-conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures.

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering preferred.

• Engineering degrees (such as Structural or Chemical) and Engineering/Aerospace Technology degrees may be considered if applicant has sufficient related work experience.

• Prior turbine engine or repair experience preferred.

• Exceptional Microsoft Office familiarity required as well as cost analysis and presentation skills.

• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills as well as multi-task abilities, strong analytical skills, strong interpersonal skills, organization skills, and time-management skills.

• Must be performing satisfactorily in present position.

• Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data.

• Embraces diverse people, thinking, and styles.

• Possesses a high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency.

• Is at least 18 years of age and has authorization to work in the United States.

Preferred qualifications

Benefits

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