Engineering Leader

• Work with the other Delta Liaison Engineering teams providing 24x7 engineering support for Deltas worldwide fleet of aircraft. Primarily focused on developing structural repairs for airframe damage as well as repairs for most aircraft systems.
• Review and approve alternative PMA parts for Delta aircraft which provide substantial cost reduction for the airline.
• Develop stress analysis for structural repairs and alterations along with fatigue and damage tolerance analysis in support of Deltas fleet of aircraft.
• Develop FEA load models for various structural aspects of Delta aircraft.

• Work with Deltas Maintenance Program team to develop, enhance, and maintain the various maintenance programs used to effectively maintain the safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance of Deltas fleet of aircraft.
• Analyze the results of aircraft maintenance events down to the task level to ensure the goals of the various maintenance programs are being met.
• Develop new maintenance programs solutions to enhance the safety and reliability of Deltas fleet of aircraft.
• Develop tools and dashboards to identify emerging trends of the fleet and aircraft.

• Locate and extract pertinent data from a variety of sources for use in reporting, analysis, and statistical modeling to provide continuous improvement in Deltas operations.
• Partner with IT business units to optimize and enhance the database environment for standard processes and efficiency.
• Leverage emerging technologies and identify effective ways to disseminate data and analysis throughout the Delta TechOps enterprise.

• Support the Delta TechOps Fleet Engineering and Avionics Engineering teams in the development of various electrical/avionics alterations to improve the functionality and reliability of Deltas fleet of aircraft.
• Perform electrical load analysis (ELA) and maintain ELA database of the various sources of electrical power generation and power consumption to ensure aircraft electrical systems are sufficient for the electrical tasks employed on Deltas aircraft.

• Provide development and training guidance and opportunities for team members.
• Partner with internal and external fleet stakeholders, including Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs).
• Ensure compliance with FAA regulations and Delta procedures regarding the issuance of engineering documentation.
• Influence and provide recommendations on strategies and maintenance related decisions to enhance, optimize and/or protect Deltas 800+ fleet.
• Represents Delta interests on various industry committees and OEM activities.
• Develops both strategic and tactical plans that create

• A Bachelors Degree in engineering or equivalent technical related field along with experience in an aviation engineering organization.
• Extensive industry and regulatory interfaces and knowledge.
• Familiarity with airline flight operations and support systems along with FAA 14CFR 121 regulations.
• Knowledge of Technical Operations policies and procedures preferred.
• Ability to communicate to a diverse audience in various formal and informal environments.
• Ability to analyze incomplete information and implement timely decision making while mitigating risk factors.
• Must be able to develop and direct a support strategy, communicate with internal/external partners and leaders, and develop strong partnerships with key collaborators.
• Embrace a diverse set of people, thinking and styles.
• Consistently makes safety and security, of self and others, the priority.

Delta Air Lines