Senior Powerplant Engineer — Aircraft Systems & Compliance

United Airlines; Bismarck (ND); Remote; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

United Airlines in North Dakota is seeking a Senior Engineer – Powerplant Engineer to provide engineering support for aircraft engines and powerplant systems. You will analyze designs, develop maintenance programs, and ensure safe, compliant operation across the fleet.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with entry to five years of engineering experience, strong problem solving, and excellent verbal and written communication skills. U.S. work authorization is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field.
• Entry level to five years of engineering experience.
• Strong analytical and technical writing abilities.
• Ability to work with FAA approvals and regulatory changes.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for aircraft structural, maintenance, and engine applications.
• Analyze, investigate, and develop solutions for design, operation, or maintenance issues.
• Develop maintenance programs and configurations to ensure safe operation.
• Evaluate fleet-related cost impacts and perform cost/benefit analyses.
• Coordinate with customers on technical issues and failure investigations.
• Review service bulletins for applicability to United fleet.

Skills

Verbal communication

Technical writing

Problem solving

Aircraft maintenance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

United Airlines in North Dakota is seeking a Senior Engineer – Powerplant Engineer to provide engineering support for aircraft engines and powerplant systems. You will analyze designs, develop maintenance programs, and ensure safe, compliant operation across the fleet.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with entry to five years of engineering experience, strong problem solving, and excellent verbal and written communication skills. U.S. work authorization is mandatory.