Engineer, Systems & Avionics

Full Time
Honolulu, HI 96820
Posted
Job description

At Hawaiian Airlines, we are all about welcoming our guests with Hawaiian hospitality and aloha, and taking care of our people, our home, and the communities we serve. Join our ‘ohana and be a part of an exciting team of professionals dedicated to serving our kama‘āina and introducing our islands to the world!

Position Summary

Serves as an engineer responsible for a mixture of both systems and avionics, based on operational needs and fit. Systems includes flight controls, fuel systems, hydraulics, landing gear, air conditioning, and other various mechanical systems. Avionics include ACMS/AOC/CMF/ACMF databases, SATCOM, ADS-B, weather radar, TCAS, ATC and transponder systems. Work collaboratively with team members to troubleshoot systems in a line/base and shop environment and working with Flight Operations and Crews. Technical point of contact for component repairs, contracts, and vendors. Evaluate fleet reliability and develop solutions to maintain safe and reliable aircraft.

Key Responsibilities

Avionics

  • Assist with changes to the aircraft avionics and software configurations to maintain up to date standards and requirements
  • Work with the following systems: Air Traffic Control (ATC), ADS-B, Mode-S Transponder (XPDR) Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System (TCAS). Weather Radar (WXR) including Predictive Windshear (PWS), Terrain Awareness & Warning System (TAWS), including Reactive Windshear (RWS).
  • Work with the following systems: Autopilot and Auto-throttle, SATCOM and VHF Radio (Voice and Data), Power Systems, Digital Flight Data Recorder (DFDR) and Flight Data Interface and management unit (FDIMU)/Digital Flight Data Acquisition Unit (DFDAU) to include parameter analysis and validation
  • Work with the following systems: Aircraft Condition Monitoring Function (ACMF) and Aircraft Condition Monitoring System (ACMS) to include database modification with Boeing GBST Plug-in or AGS IV, respectively, VOR/ILS, Data Loading system, and Datalink
  • Updating and maintaining wiring diagrams, system schematic manuals, troubleshooting manuals, as required
  • Assists in troubleshooting of avionics systems for day to day operations
  • Works with customers to develop and document and avionics and electrical system requirements on complex multi- tiered projects
  • Coordinates work to analyze and translate avionics requirements into system architecture, hardware and software designs and interface specifications

Systems

  • Assists in troubleshooting for hydraulics, fuel systems, flight controls for day to day operations, both in shop and line environments
  • Oversees landing gear overhauls and builds, reviews shop visit packages
  • Maintains oversight of our IFE systems, reliability and improvement for passenger convenience
  • Work with the following mechanical systems - Actuators, valves, servos, pumps, o-ring/seals, sensors, piping, conduit, control cables, levers, pulleys, transducers, tanks/storage, plenums, ducting, indication systems, fluids, and mounting of various types of hardware and aerospace materials including metals, composites as well as their finishes
  • Evaluate aircraft reliability and find solutions by developing tasks and/or processes to improve aircraft performance. In addition, have technical expertise in the testing, repair, and overhaul requirements for servicing of aircraft components
  • Knowledge of aircraft movement (towing/taxing) including shoring, jacking, storage, tooling, and best maintenance practices while performing maintenance on the aircraft

General

  • Provide technical assistance to line, base, and check maintenance team, 24/7
  • The position requires application of engineering principles to research technical, operational, and quality issues, as well as determining interim and final engineering solutions, and responding to OEM/Vendor and internal questions and reported problems through internal and external communication
  • Prepares, creates, reviews and approves engineering documentation in accordance with HA Engineering Standard Operating Procedures and processes. Includes repairs, modifications, alterations and STC’s.
  • Utilizes technical expertise and practical experience to disposition complex technical issues
  • Reviews documents including CMM’s, Service Letters, Service Bulletins, FARs, CFR’s, Airworthiness Directives, and other manufacturer issued publications
  • Provide on-site support to Maintenance
  • Maintains and updates maintenance manuals, OEM and internal revisions, approve and authorize part master records in TRAX by researching substantiation documentation
  • Research reliability trends and assist with actioning improvements on components and airframes
  • Interface with equipment vendors, industry partners, MRO providers and regulatory authorities
  • Collaboration with Planning, MRO’s, Quality Assurance, Supply, Materials and Maintenance for process improvements as needed
  • Participates in resolution of design and improvements to maintenance programs & procedures as needed
  • Timely accomplishment of assignments coming into the group, including resolution of CARs, CERIs, review/disposition of Alert Level investigations, IRG, MRRB, CAS activities, etc.
  • Professional development such as training, conferences and other related duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent scientific discipline from an accredited university, or alternatively 3 years of relevant experience in addition to technical education such as an A&P license.
  • Strong computer skills with Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat etc.
  • Able to obtain an AOA/SIDA badge
  • Valid driver’s license and passport
  • Strong analytical and operational business skills
  • Ability to set priorities and manage multiple projects to balance work within the group, ensuring important technical updates are provided to maintenance documentation in an expeditious manner
  • Must be able to promptly respond after hours (24/7). Must be able to travel occasionally, work flexible hours and work beyond regular hours, including weekends and holidays and non-traditional hours
  • Good organizational and prioritization skills and a demonstrated ability of acting as an effective change agent
  • Good verbal and written communication skills and ability to summarize complex technical matters. Must be able to confidently and professionally represent Hawaiian to members of federal authorities and industry
  • Engineers are essential workers, required to work on-site to support Tech Ops and available for field assignments as required

**Hawaiian Airlines is regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT - regulation, 49 CFR part 40) and all applicants are advised that post-offer and/or pre-employment drug testing will be conducted to determine the presence of Marijuana, Cocaine, Opioids, PCP (Phencyclidine), and Amphetamine prior to any offer of employment or transfer into a safety-sensitive position. Failure to submit to testing or positive indications of drug use will render the applicant ineligible for employment with Hawaiian Airlines and any employment offer will be withdrawn.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Engineering Degree / Advanced Degree / A&P License
  • 3 years experience as an Engineer in an aviation capacity
  • Familiarity with TRAX maintenance software, particularly engineering module, authoring controls and task cards
  • Commercial aviation experience with FAR 121, in the field of Aircraft Maintenance, Engineering, Quality Assurance, or Regulatory Compliance
  • Knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations (Parts 25, 121, etc). Familiarity with Airworthiness Directives and Manufacturer Service Bulletins
  • Experience and familiarity with certification, STCs, modification and repair of complex aircraft systems, components and installation on Part 121 aircraft
  • Demonstrated proficiency in the use of aircraft/engine maintenance and specification documents, particularly AMM, WDM, SRM, IPC, TSM, etc.
  • 717, 787, A321 and/or A330 experience
  • Familiarity or experience with aircraft flight controls, hydraulics, landing gear, fuel systems and air conditioning
  • Familiarity or experience with Aircraft communications, avionics, software management and control and electrical power

About Hawaiian Airlines

Now in its 94th year of continuous service, Hawaiian is Hawaiʻi's biggest and longest-serving airline. Hawaiian offers approximately 130 daily flights within the Hawaiian Islands, daily nonstop flights between Hawaiʻi and 15 U.S. gateway cities – more than any other airline – as well as service connecting Honolulu and American Samoa, Australia, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea and Tahiti.

Consumer surveys by Condé Nast Traveler and TripAdvisor have placed Hawaiian among the top of all domestic airlines serving Hawaiʻi. In 2022, the carrier topped Travel + Leisure’s 2022 World’s Best list as the No. 1 U.S. airline and was named Hawaiʻi's best employer by Forbes. Hawaiian® led all U.S. carriers in on-time performance for 18 consecutive years (2004-2021) as reported by the U.S. Department of Transportation.

The airline is committed to connecting people with aloha by offering complimentary meals for all guests on transpacific routes and the convenience of no change fees on Main Cabin and Premium Cabin seats. HawaiianMiles members also enjoy flexibility with miles that never expire. As Hawai‘i’s hometown airline, Hawaiian encourages guests to Travel Pono and experience the islands safely and respectfully.

Hawaiian Airlines, Inc. is a subsidiary of Hawaiian Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: HA). Additional information is available at HawaiianAirlines.com. Follow Hawaiian’s Twitter updates (@HawaiianAir), become a fan on Facebook (Hawaiian Airlines), and follow us on Instagram (hawaiianairlines). For career postings and updates, follow Hawaiian’s LinkedIn page.

For media inquiries, please visit Hawaiian Airlines’ online newsroom.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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