Associate Engineer Powerplant

 

 

Position Summary 

The Associate Engineer Powerplant is responsible for technical standards and reliability of Airbus 320/321, Airbus 220 and Embraer 190 series aircraft engines, power-plant, auxiliary power unit (APU) and components.  

 

Essential Responsibilities 

• Provide technical assistance to operational departments and repair providers to support aircraft operations, engine repairs and/or maintenance. 

• Review aircraft reliability data and implement corrective actions via engineering modification and/or repair documents in support of achieving aircraft technical dispatch reliability (TDR) goals. 

• Establish build standards and specifications for engines, powerplant, APU’s and components.  

• Develop and issue engineering orders to accomplish major and minor repairs, modifications and alterations to engines, powerplant, components and accessories. 

• Develop engineering procedures, standards and process specification to comply with Airworthiness Directives and other regulatory requirements. 

• Review Service Bulletins, Service Letters, and other service documents to determine applicability. Perform cost benefit analysis to determine effectiveness of proposed modifications. 

• Review Engine Health Monitoring (EHM) trend data and implement corrective actions to prevent operational problems. 

• Coordinate engineering functions with regulatory agencies as required for approval for major repairs and alterations.  

• Evaluate damaged engine parts and provide solutions beyond the applicable manual limitations in accordance with regulatory and original equipment manufacturer requirements. 

• Identify new technologies that will improve the operational performance and reliability of engines and components. 

• Maintains awareness of Extended Operations (ETOPS) significant systems. Assist the department to ensure ETOPS aircraft continue to meet requirements for configuration, maintenance, and procedures for extended range operations. 

• Provide technical support to engine leasing and returns. 

• Other duties as assigned. 

 

Minimum Experience and Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; OR an Associate’s degree in an aviation related field with one (1) year of previous relevant work experience 

• Ability to communicate effectively; in both oral and written communication  

• Possess and maintain a valid Driver License and a driving record from the state of your primary residence that meets JetBlue Airways’ insurance standards  

• Available for overnight travel (10%) 

• Must pass a pre-employment drug test 

• Must be legally eligible to work in the country in which the position is located 

• Authorization to work in the US is required. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship 

 

Preferred Experience and Qualifications 

• Possess excellent verbal and written skills as well as strong analytical abilities  

• Able to communicate technical issues in an assertive and tactful manner  

• Strong decision making and problem solving skills 

• Familiarity with IAE V2500-A5 and/or GE CF34-10E and/or P&W Geared Turbo Fan (PW1100/PW1500) engines 

• Familiarity with Honeywell 131-A/B/C APU and/or P&W Canada AP2300 APU’s 

• Familiarity with Engine Health Monitoring using engine trend monitoring programs  

• Valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant Certificate  

• Computer literate with Microsoft software such as Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, and Project  

• Familiarity with TRAX Maintenance computer system 

 

Crewmember Expectations 

• Regular attendance and punctuality  

• Ability to work flexible hours and be available to respond on short-notice 

• Provide on-call off-hours support to Technical Operations  

• Able to maintain a professional appearance 

• When working or traveling on JetBlue flights, and if time permits, all capable crewmembers are asked to assist with light cleaning of the aircraft 

• Must be an appropriate organizational fit for the JetBlue culture, that is, exhibit the JetBlue values of Safety, Caring, Integrity, Passion and Fun  

• Promote JetBlue’s #1 value of safety as a Safety Ambassador, supporting JetBlue’s Safety Management System (SMS) components, Safety Policy and behavioral standards 

• Identify safety and/or security concerns,