Lead Aircraft Cabin Modifications Engineer

American Airlines; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel perks

Health benefits

Wellness programs

401(k)

Additional benefits

Job summary

American Airlines is seeking an experienced engineer to lead cabin modification projects from concept to certification and entry into service. The role requires coordinating with Engineering, Maintenance, Supply Chain, marketing teams, suppliers, MROs and authorities to ensure compliant, on-time implementations.

You will guide technical dispositions, develop procedures for repairs and inspections, and mentor junior engineers while staying current with aviation regulations and company standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Aeronautical/Aerospace/Electrical) required.
• 6 years engineering experience in commercial aviation, aircraft modifications, interiors, certification, systems integration, or related field.
• Experience leading cross-functional technical projects.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams without direct authority.
• Strong technical writing and engineering documentation skills.
• Ability to read/use/installations drawings; knowledge of 14 CFR Part 25.

Responsibilities

• Lead cabin modification projects from requirements through certification, installation and entry into service.
• Serve as primary technical focal point for assigned cabin modification projects and coordinate across Engineering, Maintenance, Supply Chain, Marketing, suppliers, MROs and regulators.
• Develop action plans for fleet/multi-fleet projects and pursue final dispositions.
• Prepare engineering documents to implement dispositions with procedures for repairs, modifications and inspections.
• Coordinate with manufacturers, seat suppliers, IFE providers and cabin vendors to substantiate engineering dispositions.
• Provide engineering support during modification, installation, testing, and entry-into-service activities.
• Maintain awareness of day-to-day airline operations and adjust priorities accordingly.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and company manuals.
• Strive to improve technical expertise, time management and communication skills.
• Mentor other engineers in area(s) of expertise.

Skills

A&P license

MS Office

Data analysis

Presentation skills

Customer interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CATIA 6

3DS modeling

Job description

American Airlines is seeking an experienced engineer to lead cabin modification projects from concept to certification and entry into service. The role requires coordinating with Engineering, Maintenance, Supply Chain, marketing teams, suppliers, MROs and authorities to ensure compliant, on-time implementations.

You will guide technical dispositions, develop procedures for repairs and inspections, and mentor junior engineers while staying current with aviation regulations and company standards