Lead Engineer, Engineering Support Center (ESC)

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 is seeking a Lead Engineer for the Engineering Support Center (ESC) in the Fort Worth area. You will lead engineering meetings, approve critical documents, and mentor ESC engineers and co-ops while troubleshooting field aircraft issues.

The role requires deep CFR knowledge, experience with maintenance manuals, and the ability to develop and approve repairs under tight timelines, including night shifts and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's of Science Degree in Engineering from an accredited college/university.
• 4 years working history as an Engineer with aviation experience.
• Familiarity with CFRs, maintenance programs, EM, SRM, AMM, IPC, FIM, CMM, and Wiring Diagrams (WDM).
• Must be able to work the midnight shift.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering meetings and provide final approval for engineering documents.
• Mentor ESC engineers and co-ops.
• Troubleshoot chronic aircraft issues in the field and develop repairs.
• Issue Engineering Authorizations for safety or compliance.
• Create AARD for recurring aircraft discrepancies.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Multitasking

Customer service focus

Leadership

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's of Science Degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Wiring Diagrams (WDM)

CFRs & Aircraft Maintenance Manuals (AMM/SRM/IPC)

Job description

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Lead Engineer, Engineering Support Center (ESC) Posting Start Date: 9/28/26

Location: DFW Envoy Hgr (DFW-HGR2)
Cities: Fort Worth - TX
Requisition ID: 88474

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 is a member of the Engineering Team within the Integrated Operations Division.
• Responsible for providing technical disposition for discrepancies that exceed published manual limits for all line aircraft.

What you'll do

• Hosts engineering meetings in the absence of or as directed by the ESC Sr. Manager
• Provides final approval for engineering documents as directed by the ESC Sr. Manager
• Serves as a mentor to all ESC engineers and co-ops
• Troubleshoots chronic aircraft in the field
• Conducts major damage assessment and temporary repair development in the field
• Issues inspection Engineering Authorizations (EAs) for emerging safety or compliance issues when timeline is critical
• Maintains awareness of all open engineering issues during assigned shift
• Delegates open engineering issues as required to ensure prompt resolution
• Accomplishes and documents Performance Conversations for each Engineer assigned by the ESC Sr. Manager
• Leads the development, substantiation, and issues repairs/approvals for discrepancies that are outside of any existing published limits (only engineering has that authority)
• Provides engineering work scope for troubleshooting of operational issues to determine root cause and provide corrective action
• Creates American Airlines Repair Document (AARD) for recurring aircraft discrepancies
• Must be willing and able to work the midnight shift and shift schedules including holidays and weekends
• Must be able to travel

All you'll need for success

Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

• Bachelor's of Science Degree in Engineering from an accredited college/university
• 4 years working history as an Engineer with aviation experience
• Familiarity with Code of Federal Regulations (CFRs), maintenance programs, Engine Manual (EM), Structural Repair Manual (SRM), Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM), Illustrated Parts Catalog (IPC), Fault Isolation Manual (FIM), Component Maintenance Manual (CMM), and Wiring Diagrams (WDM)
• Must be able to work the midnight shift

Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

• Master's degree in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering from an accredited college/university
• 10 years working history as engineer with aviation experience

Skills, Licenses & Certifications

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• In an expedient manner, must be able to prioritize workload, solve problems, substantiate solutions using valid engineering analytical principals, document solutions with good technical writings skills, and verbally communicate solutions throughout the maintenance organization
• Must be self-motivated and discipline in work ethics
• Must be able to effectively multi-task various work activities to meet the requirements of the operation
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to maintain composure in a stressful environment
• Strong Customer service focus (internal and external)
• Works independently and relies on experience to solve problems
• Proficient understanding of all Maintenance and Engineering policies and procedures
• Recognized and sought out as a resource by peers and external groups
• Possess good interpersonal skills to work with others
• Ability to mediate and resolve conflicts between ESC employees and other departments

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

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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.

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