Position Summary
The Configuration Control Engineer provides support for Technical Operations by managing and controlling the configuration of the aircraft, engines, landing gear and related systems and components.
Essential Responsibilities
Define the Part Master configuration for repairable and rotable components in the TRAX Maintenance & Engineering (M&E) computer system in accordance with JetBlue Airways, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) requirements
Review configuration changes initiated by OEMs, Engineering Controls (ECs), service bulletins, and associated data in order to determine interchangeability/effectivity requirements, including the aircraft, engines, and data loadable aircraft components and software
Coordinate with Fleet Programs, Flight Operations, Material Services, Maintenance, and Quality groups to identify fleet evolution needs
Create Information Notices for configuration changes and ensure appropriate documentation (Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Illustrated Parts Catalog) and training is updated, including promoting awareness of part interchangeability/effectivity
Provide guidance and oversight to Material Planning and Aircraft on Ground (AOG) Material Services to enable them to update effectivity and the TRAX M&E system as part of their duties including expendables, consumables, repairables, and rotables
Support Entry Into Service and Retirements requirements for new aircraft types and used aircraft, including coordination with stakeholders outside of Tech Ops
Assist Engineers to set strategy for the evolution and standardization of Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) to support major fleet modifications, minimize spare parts costs, and negotiate cost advantages from business partners
Maintains awareness of Extended Twin-Engine Operations (ETOPS) significant systems, assists the department to ensure ETOPS aircraft continue to meet requirements for configuration, maintenance, and procedures for extended range operations
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Experience and Qualifications
High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
Three (3) years of Technical Operations experience with the ability to work with and understand aircraft maintenance manuals and maintenance programs
Technical knowledge of aircraft and engines, coordinating contracts, managing technical changes with business partners, collaborating with Engineering on Service Bulletins & Service Letters
Experience with Life Limited Parts, Airworthiness Directives (ADs), Engines and/or Aircraft Configuration Management
Familiarity with aircraft systems and/or aircraft maintenance experience
Knowledge of Aircraft Maintenance Manuals and Illustrated Parts Catalog
Proficient with Microsoft Office suite
Familiarity of TRAX Maintenance & Engineering computer system
Must be able to acquire and maintain a valid Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge
Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as strong analytical abilities
Able to interact with a wide range of customer groups both internal and external
Working knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations governing aircraft certification and maintenance
Available for occasional overnight travel (20%)
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
Associate’s degree in Engineering or Aircraft Maintenance
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant Certificate
Crewmember Expectations:
Regular attendance and punctuality
Potential need to work flexible hours and be available to respond on short-notice
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
Must fulfill safety accountabilities as prescribed by JetBlue’s Safety Management System
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, issues, incidents or hazards that should be reported and report them whenever possible and by any means necessary including JetBlue’s confidential reporting systems (Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) or Safety Action Report (SAR))
Responsible for adhering to all applicable laws, regulations (FAA, OSHA, DOT, etc.) and Company policies, procedures and risk controls
Uphold JetBlue’s safety performance metric goals and understand how they relate to their duties and responsibilities
Equipment:
Computer and other office equipment
Work Environment:
Traditional Office Environment
Occasional work in hangars, materials warehouses, and on aircraft during ground maintenance
Physical Effort:
Light physical effort required by handling objects up to 20 pounds occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently. (Light)
Compensation:
The base pay range for this position is between $75,000.00 and $118,400.00 per year. Base pay is one component of JetBlue’s total compensation package, which may also include access to healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan and company match, crewmember stock purchase plan, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, free space available travel on JetBlue, and more.
Long Island City, NY
JetBlue Airways Corporation, stylized as jetBlue, is a major American airline low cost passenger carrier, and the sixth largest in the United States by passengers carried. JetBlue Airways is headquartered in the Long Island City neighborhood of the New York City borough of Queens, with its main base at John F. Kennedy International Airport. It also maintains corporate offices in Cottonwood Heights, Utah and Orlando, Florida.
As of 2018 it ranked No. 402 financially on the Fortune 500 list of the largest United States corporations by total revenue. jetBlue operates over 1,000 flights daily and serves 102 domestic and international network destinations in the U.S., Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America and South America. JetBlue is not a member of any of the three major airline alliances, but it has codeshare agreements with 21 airlines, including member airlines of Oneworld, SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and unaffiliated airlines.