Aircraft Engineer Level 1 - Component Engineer

UPS•Louisville, KY

About The Position

UPS Airlines is one of the largest international cargo airlines in the world servicing over 800 destinations worldwide. We are a Customer First, People Led, Innovation Driven company. We offer opportunities for both Experienced and Entry Level Aircraft Engineers. Candidates will work primarily in an office environment with opportunities to travel and offer worldwide engineering support. Examples include assignments with aircraft maintenance facilities and other locations as required to support project activity. UPS Aircraft Engineers regularly interface with Boeing, Airbus, various component manufacturers, repair & overhaul facilities, and other outside agencies. As an Aircraft Systems Engineer for UPS Airlines, you will develop engineering solutions that support implementation of safety, reliability and airworthiness policies and procedures. You will be challenged to develop cost-effective standards and recommendations that meet company aircraft specifications through coordination and collaboration with component and aircraft manufacturers. You will have the opportunity to use your engineering skills and judgment to develop aircraft and component repairs/modifications, as well as work with manufacturers to improve overall aircraft reliability as a project manager.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree – Mechanical, Aeronautical Engineering or equivalent
Legally Authorized to permanently work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Will not require sponsorship in order to maintain employment visa status.
Must have a positive attitude and the ability to work well with other team members.
Must be able to demonstrate clear verbal and written communication skills.
Must have strong mechanical aptitude, be able to multi-task, and have a hands-on approach to projects.
Must be a U.S. Citizen or National of the U.S., an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. for this employer.

Nice To Haves

Flexibility to travel both domestically and internationally.
Ability to work different shifts, which can include nights and weekends when required.
Proficiency in technical analysis and working knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations or certification requirements.
Prior Airline or Maintenance Repair Overhaul Facility experience.
2 to 3 years of aviation experience.

Responsibilities

Aircraft Modifications and Maintenance:
Aircraft Systems Engineers at UPS Airlines have opportunities to develop repair solutions for mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and other aircraft system components.
You will apply your analytical skills and systems‑engineering expertise while working directly with our maintenance teams and external vendors to ensure safe, reliable fleet operations.
You will manage, track, and implement project approvals from beginning to end.
This will include obtaining proper funding to accomplish assigned projects.
You will develop solutions to reduce cost. Examples include alternate repairs, material approvals, and technological improvements.
Reviewing FAA and International Regulations for applicability to UPS:
For all applicable regulations, you will act as project manager and obtain funding to accomplish the requirements.
You will also create technical work instructions for accomplishment within required timelines in order to maintain airworthiness compliance.
Reliability project development and implementation:
Review and analyze aircraft data to determine areas where aircraft reliability can be improved via aircraft and component modifications, maintenance procedural changes or other actions required.