Sr ODA Engineer

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

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 role is a member of the Engineering Team within the Integrated Operations Division.
• Responsible for supporting American Airlines ODA certification activities before, during, and after aircraft modification programs. This role combines engineering expertise with leadership of conformity inspections, FAA coordination, regulatory compliance, and process improvement initiatives.

What you'll do

• Conducts training for Engineers in area(s) of expertise
• Serves as mentor to other Engineers
• Serves as team leader/coordinator in the course of project management or problem resolution
• Serves as the lead coordinator for the ODA Inspection Unit Member (IUM) program, providing oversight of conformity inspection activities and delegated inspection processes.
• Serves as the focal point for conformity-related FAA guidance, policy updates, forms, and inspection best practices.
• Coordinates with manufacturers and regulatory authorities, as required, and ensures that Engineering dispositions are properly substantiated in accordance with applicable regulations and Company manuals
• Keeps informed of day-to-day airline operations involving field of responsibility. Assesses daily priorities in accordance with airline/departmental objectives and management directives
• Responds to requests from Maintenance and other airline departments when technical assistance is required to support projects or resolve problems
• Supports ODA compliance through audits, procedure updates, UM training initiatives, and monitoring of current and emerging regulatory requirements.
• Maintains knowledge of current and pending regulations, which affect areas of responsibility and ensures that all Engineering actions maintain compliance with applicable regulatory requirements
• Utilizes available resources to continually increase levels of technical expertise and practical experience. Also strives to improve communications skills, time management and other personal qualities pertinent to maximum effectiveness and efficiency in performing assigned duties
• Actively engages with front line team members and leadership equally

All you'll need for success

Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required
• 6 years engineering experience
• Experience supporting FAA conformity inspections and ODA delegated activities.
• Understanding of 14 CFR Parts 21, 25, 121, and 183

Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

• Five or more years of experience working with FAA certification programs, ODA organizations, or aircraft modification projects.

Skills, Licenses & Certifications

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Ability to analyze technical data and make data driven decisions
• Demonstrates aptitude, ability and willingness to take on new roles and responsibilities
• Ability to prepare/deliver presentations that compel acceptance of solutions
• Ability to successfully interact with internal and external customers
  

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

Feel free to be yourself at American

From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Team Member Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.
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.