Senior Engineer Jobs

Department: Technical Operations
Our Company Promise
We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.
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All of Southwest’s People come together to deliver on our Purpose; Connecting People to what’s important in their lives through friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel. The Senior Engineer supports our Purpose by providing engineering support for a vionics, i nteriors, m echanical s ystems, and s tructures for Southwest aircraft . This role also partners with various other Teams including Maintenance Planning, Quality Control, Maintenance Operations Control (MOC), Regulatory Compliance, and Maintenance Production. The Senior Engineer is detail oriented and a strategic thinker who looks forward to making a meaningful impact on Technical Operations at Southwest.
Additional Details:
The culture of Southwest Airlines means we embrace a flexible workplace and value the camaraderie, collaboration, and innovation that occurs when we come together and interact face-to-face at our vibrant Corporate Campus. This role is a hybrid position based out of our Corporate Campus in Dallas, TX, which requires Employees to work onsite on our Corporate Campus at least three days a week. The Department designates the specific three days of the week Employees must work on-site.
U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available .
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We continue to look for opportunities to reflect the communities we serve, and welcome applicants with diverse thoughts, backgrounds, and experiences.
Job Summary
Responsible for providing Engineering support and expertise to the Southwest Technical Operations organization. Oversees specialized aircraft, engine, and component repairs, modifications, and troubleshooting accomplished on the Southwest fleet.
Responsibilities
Evaluate and process manufacturer’s service documents (Service Bulletins, Service Letters, etc.), regulatory requirements (Airworthiness Directives, Notice of Proposed Rule Making, Code of Federal Regulations, etc.)
Develop and substantiate in-house repairs and modifications for implementation into the SWA maintenance program
Develop and substantiate reliability improvements through research, root-cause analysis and implementation through corrective action plans
Conduct various types of cost/benefit analysis
Collaborate with other departments such as Planning, Supply Chain, Quality, Production and other Stakeholders for assigned projects to develop project implementation plans
Troubleshoot and resolve in-service issues
Develop Engineering documentation to support resolution of in-service issues
Participate in and coordinate activities related to OEM, Supplemental Type Certificate Holder, and PMA products
Review and approve Engineering documents such as Engineering Orders, Drawings, etc.
Provide mentorship to Junior Team members and may include training new Employees.
May perform other job duties as directed by Employee’s Leaders
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of FAR's with a strong emphasis on Part 25 requirements and Part 121 operations
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various airline support services
Knowledge of design techniques and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, drawings, and models
Skilled in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) skills and experience
Skilled in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Skilled in collecting, organizing, visualizing and assimilating data, including turning raw data into meaningful information, using data-oriented programs and visualization software
Skilled in communicating effectively inside and outside the Technical Operations organization
Ability to assimilate technical data for verbal and written response to SWA Leaders and regulatory authorities
Ability to work well with others as part of a Team and under tight time constraints to accomplish assignments and projects
Preferred: experience with AutoCAD Education
Required: High School Diploma or GED
Experience
Advanced level experience, seasoned and specialized knowledge in:
Airline/OEM/MRO Engineering
Licensing/Certification
N/A
Physical Abilities
Ability to perform work duties from [limited space work station/desk/office area] for extended periods of time
Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job
Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job
Other Qualifications
Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
Pay & Benefits:
Competitive market salary from $97,750 per year to $108,600 per year * depending on qualifications and experience. For eligible Leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the discretion of the company.
Benefits you’ll love:

• Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too)
• Up to a 9.3% 401(k) Company match, dollar for dollar, of your eligible pay, per

paycheck *

• Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution toward retirement - when

Southwest profits, you profit**

• Pay amount does not guarantee employment for any particular period of time.
• Explore more Benefits you’ll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits

**401(k) match contributions are subject to the plan’s vesting schedule and applicable IRS limits
***Profit Sharing contributions are subject to plan’s vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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