Associate Engineer Interiors

Position Summary

The Associate Engineer Interiors is responsible for engineering activities to aircraft interiors and furnishings, related components, Inflight Entertainment and Connectivity (IFE&C), and exterior paint on Airbus and Embraer aircraft. The Associate Engineer will support line and heavy maintenance and modification while learning and building technical experience.

Essential Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, direct and/or perform engineering assignments involving specifications for, and design changes or alterations to the aircraft interior configuration, components, IFE&C and equipment furnishings
• Review and action Airworthiness Directives to ensure compliance with applicable regulations
• Review Technical Directives such as Service Bulletins, Service Letters etc. for applicability, system reliability and/or economic benefits
• Implement design changes as required to meet airline/departmental objectives and management directives
• Demonstrate compliance with all applicable regulations for modification/repairs pertaining to area of responsibility
• Establish and maintain configuration and standard of exterior and interior graphics
• Assist in the evaluation and planning for new aircraft and equipment
• Develop engineering procedures, standards and process specifications to comply with manufacturer/vendors Service Bulletins, Airworthiness Directives and other Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requirements
• Develop and issues detailed work instructions and engineering drawings to accomplish alterations and repairs
• Develop customized procedures and special criteria for repairs, modifications, inspections, servicing and other maintenance actions
• Establish build specifications and administer configuration controls for interior components and equipment furnishings
• Develop and obtain regulatory approval for technical data required for modifications/repairs of equipment furnishings and components
• Provide technical assistance and troubleshooting support to various departments in support of the day-to-day operation
• Ensure reliability performance standards are monitored and reviewed
• Conduct root cause analysis for systems and components to determine remedies for wear, malfunctions or premature removals
• Evaluate new methods, materials and equipment which may provide cost benefits and take action to incorporate justified changes
• Other duties and assignments as directed by the Manager of Engineering

Minimum Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or other technical discipline; OR demonstrated capability to perform job responsibilities with a combination of a High School Diploma/GED and at least three (3) years of previous related work
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as strong analytical abilities
• Proficient with data analysis tools such as Python, Excel, and SQL
• Technical Writing – Ability to understand and generate clear and efficient work instructions
• Ability to interpret sophisticated technical engineering and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) documents
• Possess reliability analysis skills to identify root cause of systems problems
• Excellent decision making and problem-solving skills
• Able to travel and/or work variable hours, flexible shifts, including holidays and weekends
• Possess and maintain a valid Driver License and a driving record that meets Jet Blue Airways’ insurance standards
• Depending on location, may need to acquire and maintain a United States Customs Clearance
• Must be able to acquire and maintain a valid Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge
• Available for occasional overnight travel (20%)
• Currently in possession of a valid passport or other valid travel documents with the ability to travel in and out of the United States
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test
• Must be legally eligible to work in the country in which the position is located
• Authorization to work in the US is required. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Preferred Experience and Qualifications

• One (1) year of experience in aircraft interiors experience
• Valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant…