Senior ODA Engineer — FAA Compliance & Mod Projects

American Airlines; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; 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 join the Engineering Team within Integrated Operations. You will train engineers, mentor peers, and lead project coordination, including overseeing the ODA Inspection Unit Member program and conformity inspection processes in line with FAA guidance.

You will collaborate with manufacturers and regulators, manage day-to-day airline operations related to your scope, and support regulatory compliance across programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required.
• 6 years engineering experience required.
• Experience supporting FAA conformity inspections and ODA delegated activities.
• Knowledge of 14 CFR parts 21, 25, 121, and 183 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts training for Engineers in area(s) of expertise.
• Mentor to other Engineers.
• Lead coordinator for project management or problem resolution.
• Lead coordinator for the ODA Inspection Unit Member program and oversee conformity inspections.

Skills

Data analysis

Presentation skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

6 years engineering experience

Experience with FAA conformity inspections

Understanding of 14 CFR Parts 21,25,121,183

Tools

MS Office

Job description

American Airlines is seeking an experienced engineer to join the Engineering Team within Integrated Operations. You will train engineers, mentor peers, and lead project coordination, including overseeing the ODA Inspection Unit Member program and conformity inspection processes in line with FAA guidance.

You will collaborate with manufacturers and regulators, manage day-to-day airline operations related to your scope, and support regulatory compliance across programs.