Fleet Engineer I

Spirit Airlines; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel benefits

401(k)

Medical, dental, life insurance

Job summary

Spirit Airlines is actively seeking an Aircraft Engineer focused on structures and compliance. The role involves regulating adherence to FAA directives, reviewing drawings, and delivering engineering solutions to improve fleet reliability.

The ideal candidate has a engineering background, 3–5 years in a technical role, and experience with Airbus A320 family. Willingness to travel and work beyond standard hours is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in a technical field.
• Experience with Airbus A320 family preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Experience with cost/benefit analysis and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure aircraft regulatory compliance with FAA ADs, FARs, and related regulations.
• Control aircraft configuration and build specification.
• Develop engineering responses to fleet performance and reliability issues.
• Review ADs/FARs/SFARs and ensure compliance.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and related information.
• Provide engineering solutions and cost-effective improvements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Reading technical drawings

Communication skills

Multitasking

Cost/benefit analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Full job description Overview: At Spirit, our mission is to deliver the best value in the sky and be the most successful airline on Earth! We are leaders in providing customizable travel options and make it possible for our Guests to venture further and discover more than ever before by serving destinations throughout the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean! Imagine making your mark on an organization introducing 100’s of new aircraft that will double our fleet!

Fly With A Winner:We are proud to be recognized by LinkedIn as a Top Company in the Travel & Hospitality industry. Our constant growth and improvement mean boundless career opportunities. Team Members develop their careers rapidly while building key skills that drive long-term success.

The Giving Spirit: We are committed to inspiring positive change in the cities where we work and live. That starts with giving back through Corporate Social Responsibility and The Spirit Airlines Charitable Foundation.

Be Yourself: We want Team Members to feel empowered to bring their whole self to work and contribute to our success – that’s why we’re committed to building progress in the areas of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. Our Spirit Family is strong, not despite our differences, but because of them.

Travel The World: We offer competitive base salaries with robust health & welfare benefits, including travel & flight benefits for you and your family.

Responsibilities

• Ensure aircraft regulatory compliance to FAA Airworthiness Directives (ADs), Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) and other regulations.
• Control aircraft configuration and build specification.
• Minimize aircraft out of service time by providing timely operational support and implementing cost effective solutions to improve long term fleet reliability.
• Develop engineering responses to fleet performance, reliability and safety issues as prioritized by Engineering Management.
• Identify and implement fleet reliability improvements.
• Review ADs, FARs, SFARs, other agency requirements (e.g., EPA, FDA) and develop necessary action to ensure compliance.
• Update aircraft manuals and drawings with changes due to repairs & alterations to ensure NKS aircraft specification is always consistent and up-to-date.
• Provide effective and timely solutions to requests from other departments (e.g., marketing, in-flight services) that require Engineering’s technical evaluation.
• Develop cost effective and airworthy solutions.
• Support line and heavy maintenance in troubleshooting and providing corrective actions, including repair or deviation documentation for assigned discipline.
• Implement changes as required to improve aircraft reliability.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and related information.
• Interpret analytical reports, FARs, ADs and other engineering documents/drawings with guidance.
• Conduct basic financial analysis to determine cost/benefit relationships.
• Generate detailed engineering documents with direct supervision.
• Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Utilize technical problem‑solving skills and analytical methods.
• Multitask and prioritize multiple projects based on urgency and fleet impact.
• Practice safety‑conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures.
• May perform other responsibilities as assigned. Responsibilities and duties may change when circumstances dictate (e.g., emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technical developments).

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent level of practical experience in an aircraft structures technical discipline.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience within a technical field.
• Strong preference for previous Airbus experience; experience with the A320 family is ideal.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and related information.
• Capability to conduct basic financial analysis to determine cost/benefit relationships.
• Skill in generating detailed engineering documents with direct supervision.
• Understanding of analytical reports, FARs, ADs and other engineering documents/drawings.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and effective communication both verbally and in writing.
• Problem‑solving skills using analytical methods.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize projects based on urgency and fleet impact.
• Practice safety‑conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Access) and AutoCAD (or similar CAD software).
• Willingness to work beyond the normal 40 hours per week, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s license and valid passport required.
• Domestic & International travel approximately 25% of the time.
• Undertake work at off‑site locations and work outside in any weather conditions.
• Physical requirement: exert up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. May involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits to our team members including medical, dental, STD, LTD, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, travel benefits and much more. We strive to maintain a professional, yet friendly environment and promote professional and career development for our Team Members.

EEO Statement

Spirit Airlines is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.