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United Airlines

Manager - Maintenance Programs Engineering

United Airlines, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Description At United, we have some of the best aircraft in the world. Our Technical Operations team is full of aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers, planners, ground equipment and facilities professionals, and supply chain teams that help make sure they’re well taken care of and ready to get our customers to their desired destinations. If you’re ready to work on our planes, join our Tech Ops experts and help keep our fleet in tip‑top shape.

Job Overview and Responsibilities

Act as the primary technical authority, guiding engineers and technical writers in problem solving and defining aircraft maintenance programs tasks to ensure safe and legal operations

Provide strategic direction on technical decisions, ensuring a balance between cost efficiency, asset utilization, and reliability

Oversee the evaluation and implementation of OEM documentation changes, including MRBR, MPD, SB, STC, and ICA, to maintain compliance and operational standards

Facilitate cross‑functional collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to address technical issues, recommend work scopes, and investigate failures

Ensure airworthiness, safety, regulatory compliance, and operational reliability by coordinating efforts across operational groups

Regularly review and assess the performance of engineers and technical writers, providing constructive feedback and aligning their efforts with organizational goals

Report on team progress, challenges, and achievements to leadership

Represent the team and United Airlines at industry meetings, fostering thought leadership and collaboration

NOTE: This position is located at the CSC‑Willis Tower in Chicago, IL and is considered a hybrid role working 3 days in office, however that may evolve with the needs of the company.

Qualifications Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field

Minimum 5 years’ experience in a data‑driven engineering or business role

Working knowledge of both Boeing and Airbus aircraft

Engineering skillsets that can be applied to a range of aircraft systems and maintenance programs use cases

Ability to analyze complex technical issues

Detailed project management skills for regulatory compliance modifications

Excellent verbal communication and technical writing

Must be willing and able to travel 20‑25% domestic

Must be willing and able to work at the CSC‑Willis Tower in Chicago, IL in a hybrid role, in office 3 days a week

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship

Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification

Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

Preferred Qualifications

Airline experience or operations experience in a similar industry

Experience working with aircraft, engine, ground equipment or other asset fault data

Familiarity with MSG‑3 philosophy and application in the development and evolution of a maintenance program

Knowledge of airline operations and maintenance execution

Experience developing and presenting business cases, including cost‑benefit analyses, to support decision‑making

The base pay range for this role is $129,675.00 to $168,794.00. The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job‑related factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long‑term incentive compensation awards.

You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Management and Manufacturing

Airlines and Aviation

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.

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