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
Senior Line Engineers are part of a service engineering team that provide 24/7 engineering technical support for United Airlines Worldwide fleet of operational aircraft to ensure the timely return to service. Provide engineering support for a wide range of aircraft systems, maintenance programs, engines as well as operational engineering functions. Studies, analyzes, and seeks solutions to problems related to the design, operation, maintenance, performance, modification, or repair of aircraft, and their components. Uses a structured, logical, and analytical approach in problem solving. Defines maintenance program, configuration, and serviceability criteria ensuring safe and legal operations. Analyzes and implements regulatory requirements. Evaluates the effects of modifications or new equipment on reliability and performance. Evaluates the benefits of the cost impact of a fleet decision to ensure an optimum balance of cost, asset utilization, quality, and reliability. Authors, designs, tests, and manages projects. Communicates with customers on technical issues, work scope recommendations, and failure investigations. Interfaces with internal and external organizations regarding specific aircraft and component issues.
In addition to base pay, this role includes a $10,000 role-specific premium, separate and additional from the listed base pay range.
Qualifications What's needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications): Bachelor's degree or related experience in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace), related technical field or equivalent relative work experience.Senior Line Engineer I: 5-8 yearsSenior Line Engineer II: 8 years +Ability to interpret complex and technical Engineering and OEM documents.Highly detailed level project development and management for regulatory compliance modifications, and overall ownership of specific systems.Must have the ability to communicate detailed, technical information under time-bound and stressful situations.Successful candidate will have working knowledge of airline or OEM operations.Knowledge of Code of Regulations (CFRs), airworthiness design and substantiation criteria, aircraft and equipment design and operational characteristics.Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position.Must be available to work any shift including nights and weekends as well as holidays.Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship.Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification. What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications): OEM Structural Repairs for Engineers Training (Boeing/Airbus) with portfolio of designing major repairs for aircraft structures; metallic or composite Work within specific ATA Airline Chapters Airline or Industry experience with general ATA Chapters which could encompass, aircraft systems, structures, power plant and avionics disciplines Excellent communication and technical writing ability Knowledge of FARS (specifically parts 21, 25, 26, 43, 121, & 145) CATIA/AUTOCAD experienceAt 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.
Key Responsibilities:
Requires a thorough knowledge of general building maintenance with emphasis on electrical solving, including AC & DC circuits, high voltage (480), high amperage and some 400 cycle equipment Requires experience in industrial wiring and the ability to read and follow wiring schematics and work without supervision Journeyman electrical license a plus Requires the ability to make low and high voltage repairs to all building electrical equipment This includes solving, installation and repair of 110/220/480 volt single and multiphase electrical circuitry and devices You should also have some experience in related building equipment and trades, such as air handling units, plumbing and steam fitting, fire systems and conveyors Facilities Technicians must be able to work around the clock shifts, including weekends and holidays, in the outdoors in all weather conditions Schedules are bid and awarded according to seniority Facilities Technicians are represented by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT) Salary increases will be administered according to the current IBT/United contract New employees are required to join the union within ninety (90) days of employment There is an initiation fee for joining the union and subsequent monthly union dues which are set by the Local Lodge Qualifications What's needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):HVAC (including building management systems) Mechanical (including conveyors) Plumbing PLC electronic/computer controls Must have completed high school diploma, GED or equivalent Ability to maintain and repair all building disciplines, heavy mechanical and welding Work may be indoors or outside or in elevated areas anywhere on airport Must be able to climb and work from ladders, and/or walk for extended periods Moderate lifting Must possess sufficient tooling to perform required tasks Computer experience for input and retrieval of data Qualified candidates must be immediately available for full time employment Must possess a valid, clean, applicable state driver's license
What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):
Electronics diagnostics and troubleshooting
Posting End Date: March 31, 2026
