Fleet Engineer I

Job Summary

Ensure aircraft regulatory compliance to FAA Airworthiness Directives (ADs), Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) and other regulations. Control aircraft configuration and build specification. Minimize aircraft out of service time by providing timely operational support and implementing cost effective solutions to improve long term fleet reliability.

• On-time performance: Develop engineering responses to fleet performance, reliability and safety issues as prioritized by Engineering Management. Identify and implement fleet reliability improvements.
• Regulatory compliance: Review ADs, FARs, SFARs, other agency requirements (e.g. EPA, FDA  etc.) and develop necessary action to ensure compliance.
• Configuration Management:  Update aircraft manuals and drawings with changes due to repairs & alterations to ensure NKS aircraft specification is always consistent and up-to-date.
• Technical Services: Provide effective and timely solutions to requests from other departments (e.g. marketing, in-flight services etc.) that require Engineering’s technical evaluation. Develop cost effective and airworthy solutions.
• Supporting line and heavy maintenance in troubleshooting and providing corrective actions, including repair or deviation documentation for assigned discipline.
• Implementing changes as required to improve aircraft reliability.
• Able to read and interpret technical drawings and related information.
• Ability to interpret analytical reports, FARs, ADs and other engineering documents/drawings with guidance. 
• Capable of conducting basic financial analysis to determine cost/benefit relationships.
• Ability to effectively generate detailed engineering documents with direct supervision.
• Exhibits excellent interpersonal skills and communicates effectively verbally and in writing.
• Utilizes technical problem-solving skills and analytical methods.
• Multitasks and prioritizes multiple projects based on urgency and fleet impact.
• Practices safety-conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures.
• May perform other responsibilities as assigned. Responsibilities and duties may change when circumstances dictate (e.g. emergencies change in workload, rush jobs or technical developments).

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent level of practical experience in an aircraft structures technical discipline.

3-5 years of relevant experience within technical field.

Skills

• Previous Airbus experience strongly preferred. Experience with A320 family is ideal.
• Able to read and interpret technical drawings and related information.
• Capable of conducting basic financial analysis to determine cost/benefit relationships.
• Ability to effectively generate detailed engineering documents with direct supervision. 
• Ability to interpret analytical reports, FARs, ADs and other engineering documents/drawings with guidance.   
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. 
• Problem-solving skills using analytical methods. 
• Multi-tasking and prioritizing multiple projects based on urgency and fleet impact.
• Practices safety-conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures.   
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Access) and AutoCAD (or similar CAD software). 
• Ability and willingness to work beyond the normal 40 hours per week, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Valid U.S. Drivers license and valid passport required.
• Domestic & International travel approximately 25 of the time.
• Work at offsite locations and work outside in any weather conditions.
• Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits to our team members including medical, dental, STD, LTD, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, travel benefits and much more. We strive to maintain a professional, yet friendly environment and promote professional and career development for our Team Members.

At Spirit, our mission is to deliver the best value in the sky and be the most successful airline on Earth! We are leaders in providing customizable travel options and make it possible for our Guests to venture further and discover more than ever before by serving destinations throughout the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean! Imagine making your mark on an organization introducing 100’s of new aircraft that will double our fleet!  

• Fly With A Winner: We are proud to be recognized by LinkedIn as a Top Company in the Travel & Hospitality industry. Our constant growth and improvement mean boundless career opportunities. Team Members develop their careers rapidly while building key skills that drive long-term success.
• The Giving Spirit: We are committed to inspiring positive change in the cities where we work and live.  That starts with giving back through Corporate Social Responsibility and The Spirit Airlines Charitable Foundation.
• Be Yourself: We want Team Members to feel empowered to bring their whole self to work and contribute to our success – that’s why we’re committed to building progress in the areas of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. Our Spirit Family is strong, not despite our differences, but because of them.
• Travel The World: We offer competitive base salaries with robust health & welfare benefits, including travel & flight benefits for you and your family.

Spirit Airlines is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  All aspects of employment are governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.