Principal Engineer, Liaison; Evening/Rotating Shifts
Listed on 2026-07-20
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Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering, Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics, Engineering Design & Technologists
Overview
How you'll help us Keep Climbing (overview & key responsibilities)
Has the ability to make major decisions in the development, design, and production of structural repair,modification, and inspection documentation. Oversee the development, design and production of repair, modification, process and inspection documentation insupport of Delta's MSP Hangar and 24/7 operations maintenance activities as aliaison engineer. Evaluate and interpret AD, FAR, and Delta policy requirements to ensure compliance in the engineering documentation. Aid in analyzing and correcting problems which hamper the maintenance support activities.
Understand airline operations and pace while providing solutions for a safe aircraft operation. Practices safety-conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures. Liaise with OEM, Maintenance, Materials and other departments to ensure timely execution of aircraft repair and maintenance activities.
Bachelors’ Degree in Engineering with 10+ yrs aviation related experience, or Masters’ Degree in Engineering with 8 yrs aviation related experience, or Ph.D. Degree in Engineering with 4 yrs of appliedengineering experience, or 10-15 years in a technical aviation related discipline with 4-6 yrs in an aviation engineering organization with focus online maintenance and repair design. Candidate with less experience will be considered at Grade 7N, SR Engineer.
Adaptable and flexible with the ability to perform andexcel in a stressful environment with short deadlines.
Requires working odd hours (evenings, midnights) and/or weekends based on operational requirements.
Strong organizational and time management skills. Must beable to provide support during the scheduled work hours and be on-time.
Must have minimum of 5-yrs of engineering experience.
Problem-solving background with strong analytical skills.
Should have the ability to analyze incomplete information and implement timely decision making while mitigating risk factors.
Strong verbal and written communication skills including excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with alllevels of maintenance and engineering.
Adaptable and flexible with the ability to perform andexcel in a stressful environment with short deadlines.
Travel for AOG aircraft is required (shared events amongst the team); passport holder preferred
Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self,others, and personal data.
Embraces diverse people, thinking, and styles.
Possesses a high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency.
Is at least 18 years of age and has authorization to workin the United States.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and followthrough on assignments with minimal supervision.
Strong background in repair analysis and troubleshooting.
Possess the ability to create substantiation reports insupport of aircraft airworthiness.
Should be able to comprehend and be knowledgeable in FAA regulations.
Should possess a thorough understanding of maintenance requirements, processes, and procedures.
Working knowledge of Microsoft programs (Word, Excel) andAutoCAD (Solid Works or similar CAD software).
Develops both strategic and tactical plans that create asafety-conscious environment resulting in employee safety and well-being.
Previous AOG support, operations support, certification,liaison engineering and/or MRB experience
Experience in the design and analysis of aircraft structural repairs.
Previous experience with OEM specifications and drawings.
Systems experience – troubleshooting, interpreting wire diagrams and isolating faults.
Knowledge in navigating and understanding OEM standard wiring practice manuals.
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