Senior Aircraft Structural Integrity Engineer

Republic Airways; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Republic Airways seeks an Aircraft Structural Engineer to ensure airworthiness through design, analysis, and maintenance of aircraft structures. You will coordinate with OEMs for repairs and modifications, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards within a collaborative engineering team.

The role requires FAA certification, an aviation degree, and 3+ years of related experience, with strong knowledge of CFR parts and cross-functional communication in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• FAA Mechanic Certificate with a rating of Airframe & Powerplant or foreign equivalent.
• Associate’s degree (A.A./A.S.) in Aviation (any discipline) 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 and manuals required by 14 CFR Parts 121 and 133.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with OEM, STC Holders, DER teams to diagnose structural issues and recommend repair solutions that comply with 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.
• Work with Maintenance Teams to ensure repair documents are understood and repairs are accomplished to authorized published instructions.
• Ensure all structural repairs are accurately tracked for later analysis.
• Provide technical expertise during aircraft inspections, maintenance checks and incident investigations related to structural integrity.
• Work with suppliers and manufacturers 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

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Structural analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical communication

Education

FAA Mechanic Certificate with Airframe & Powerplant rating

Associate’s degree in Aviation

Bachelor’s degree in Aviation

Job description

Republic Airways seeks an Aircraft Structural Engineer to ensure airworthiness through design, analysis, and maintenance of aircraft structures. You will coordinate with OEMs for repairs and modifications, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards within a collaborative engineering team.

The role requires FAA certification, an aviation degree, and 3+ years of related experience, with strong knowledge of CFR parts and cross-functional communication in a fast-paced environment.