Engineer

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.

Job Description:

Southwest Airlines promises to provide Employees with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. The Engineer supports the Power Plant Engineering Team within Technical Operations that specializes in maintaining and enhancing the safety, reliability, and efficiency of the fleet by evaluating manufacturer and regulatory documentation, developing and substantiating repairs and modifications, and resolving in-service technical issues. This role collaborates with various departments to problem solve and drive improvements, ensure regulatory compliance and provide long-term solutions. The Engineer is a detail-oriented thinker and skilled communicator, who is ready to drive the future of Southwest's Technical Operations.

Additional Details

The culture of Southwest Airlines means we value the camaraderie, collaboration, and innovation that occurs when we come together and interact face-to-face at our vibrant Corporate Campus. Due to the nature of this role, you would be required to work from our Dallas, TX headquarters facility during business hours.

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.

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

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

Perform activities related to various types of cost/benefit analysis

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

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 Computer-Aided Design (CAD)

Knowledge of technical data and mechanical 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

Skilled in collecting, organizing, visualizing, and assimilating technical data in preparation for written response to SWA Leadership or regulatory authorities

Skilled in common business computer applications

Skilled in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems

Skilled in communicating effectively inside and outside the engineering organization

Ability to seek opportunities and assignments which stimulate thought and provide challenges to develop and grow professionally

Ability to work under tight time constraints to accomplish assignments and projects

Education

Required: High School Diploma or GED

Experience

Preferred: Experience in Maintenix, Quickbase, Alteryx, Tableau and Microsoft Office

Intermediate level experience, fully functioning broad 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 $$91,250.00 per year to $101,400.00 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)

• Southwest will help fund your 401(k) retirement savings with Company

contributions up to 9.3% of your eligible earnings**

• Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution in the Southwest Retirement

Savings Plan- when Southwest profits, you profit***

• Competitive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents (including

pets)

• Southwest offers health plan coverage options that start from the very first day of employment. You will have 30 days to select and enroll in your health plan with coverage retroactively available to your first day of employment.

• Explore more Benefits you'll love:

*Pay amount does not guarantee employment for any particular period of time.

**401(k) match contributions are subject to Retirement Savings Plan vesting schedule and applicable IRS limits

***Profit Sharing contributions are subject to Retirement Savings Plan vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company.

Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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