Liaison Engineer

Responsibilities The Liaison Engineer provides 24/7 Engineering support to the operation of the Line Maintenance organization. Engineering support includes providing dispositions on non-conformances as well as liaising between Engineering, the OEM or vendors, and front line functional groups (Maintenance, Quality, Planning, Materials, etc) to dispatch out of service aircraft. Liaison Engineering is an exciting opportunity in a fast paced environment directly involved with the front line operations. Position may be located in Detroit, Houston, Orlando, or Fort Lauderdale. THIS POSITION REQUIRES SHIFTWORK INCLUDING EVENINGS/MIDNIGHTS/WEEKENDS/HOLIDAYS Safety and detail oriented with the ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-functional environment across various departments Maintain clear communication with Line Maintenance, Maintenance Control, Quality, other Engineering groups, OEM, and other groups Investigate damage findings for accuracy and compare with published limits Develop repairs, including authoring dispatch documents and document substantiation, to safely return aircraft to service Provide clarification to maintenance groups on technical documentation (drawings, aircraft manual, MEL/CDL, etc.) Assist in determining effectivity/interchangeability 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.) Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Aerospace Engineering/Mechanical Engineering. 3-5 years' experience Valid US Drivers License required A&P License Preferred Domestic & International travel approximately 25% of time 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. Specialized Skills Repair design and development - using engineering methods and critical thinking to approach ambiguity in order to provide safe, clear, concise, and correct direction. This will include authoring as well as checking documents for dispatch. Ability to interpret complex technical documents Strong ability to utilize MS Office Suite, TRAX, maintenance software, and flight plot. Advocate for Safety & Compliance. Embrace Air Carrier Safety Management System (SMS). Working knowledge of 14 CFR 25 and 121 with specific Airbus A320 family experience preferred Ability to work with limited direct supervision and in a fast paced/time sensitive environment Functional and Behavioral Competencies Build Relationships, Think Critically, Communicate Clearly, Lead Change, Create Accountability Additional Competencies Problem Solving Initiative Integrity Autonomy Proactive *Please be advised that you will be asked to complete a required assessment to be considered for this position. This assessment will be emailed to you after you apply. Please be sure to check your Spam folder and/or junk mail if you did not receive it. 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. Overview At Spirit Airlines, 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 Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers for Diversity 2022 and by LinkedIn as a Top Company in the Travel & Hospitality industry. Our constant growth and improvement means boundless career opportunities. Team Members develop their careers rapidly while building key skills that drive long-term success. 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