Manager Avionics Engineering

Overview

Responsible for the engineering data, instructions, documents, and technical support that economically ensures the safety, airworthiness, and reliability of Atlas Air aircraft Avionics systems within the following ATA’s - 22, 23, 24, 26, 28, 31, 33, 34, 77 and can also include other ATA Chapters.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Avionics Engineering staff.
• Prioritize Avionics Engineering actions.
• Provide budgetary data on projects and issues as directed.
• Report on the status of projects and issues as directed.
• Issue instructions and documents to economically support operations and return aircraft to service in a safe, airworthy, and timely manner.
• Develop and/or obtain approved data, acceptable data, and Alternate Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) for repairs, alterations, and modifications.
• Update technical source documents as applicable to insure accuracy.
• Support integration of new and previously operated aircraft.
• Liaise with manufacturers; maintenance representatives, repair & overhaul (MRO) facilities; outside engineering departments; regulatory personnel; and other outside agencies.
• Participate in industry working groups, industry steering committees, industry meetings, and conferences.
• Review work of consultant, contract, and MRO Avionics Engineers
• Evaluate Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), Notices of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRMs), Airworthiness Directives (ADs), Service Bulletins (SBs), Service Letters (SLs), and other notifications of in-service issues.
• Develop product improvement modifications as directed by Reliability Indicators.
• Work with original equipment manufacturers on emerging issues to help ensure safety and airworthiness, but also minimize the economic impact.
• Organize, develop and provide all necessary Avionics Engineering documentation required to complete aircraft Avionics modifications and repairs within the allocated time schedule and budget allowance.
• Establish component repair and build specifications to enhance dispatch reliability in accordance with budgetary and regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical support to Technical Operations, Ground Operations, Flight Operations, and other Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings personnel.
• Coordinate with other Engineering staff to provide 24/7 technical support.
• Review avionics portion of the Aircraft Maintenance and Inspection Program, and initiate maintenance program changes and changes to maintenance documents

Qualifications

• S. Engineering/Technical Engineering Degree (EE or AE) or equivalent experience. High School Diploma or GED Required.
• 10 years Aircraft Avionics Engineering
• 5-7 years in applied engineering setting.
• A&P or AET License/Certification with current experience, or expertise in avionics systems
• Familiarity with aircraft and engine avionic systems and components.
• Strong technical skills and knowledge of large aircraft avionic systems and components design.
• Ability to identify cost effective engineering solutions.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to interface with manufacturers and regulatory agencies.
• Some financial analysis skills required.
• Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel, Adobe Acrobat Professional and Illustrator, TRAX fluent and Autocad LT or equivalent drafting experience
• The ability to manage and motivate others through leadership and mentoring
• Expert in related or assigned technical subject matter or company processes, procedures, and applications
• Requires no supervision and works well with Manager of Avionics Engineering and Executives
• Demonstrates initiative and ability to manage assignments at above average level. Efficient at all aspects of assignments, including identifying and resolving almost all technical issues.
• Effective in implementing preventative measures and maintaining fleet reliability
• Ability and flexibility to travel domestically and internationally for company interests
• Ability to interface with manufacturers and regulatory agencies
• Risk analysis and knowledge of risk management tactics
• Financial analysis and budgeting skills required
• Establishes and meets deadlines
• Focuses on accuracy and long-term scope management
• Meets daily attendance & punctuality standards
• Ability to communicate in technical terms to various stakeholders
• Confidence in speaking to large groups during presentations
• Travel up to 25% of the year may be needed
• Volume of work produced meets expectations
• Commitment to continuous improvements
• Alertness to safety and efficiency
• Ability to perceive long-term results

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Salary Range: $129,000 - $174,500

Financial offer within the stated range is contingent on the qualification of selected candidates

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