United Airlines · 11 hours ago
Manager - Engineering (Avionics)
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$130K/yr - $169K/yr
6+ years expUnited Airlines is a leading airline company focused on providing top-tier health and wellness benefits while ensuring the maintenance of their aircraft. The Manager - Engineering (Avionics) will lead a team of engineers, manage engineering priorities, and oversee technical duties related to avionics systems and maintenance programs.
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Responsibilities
Manage engineering team priorities and workflow
Complete technical reviews of engineering documents generated by other team members
Manage normal engineering duties as a subject matter expert, in line with the responsibilities of a principal engineer
As a member of the leadership team, own and present project and issue status at departmental meetings
Provide leadership and development to team members, in support of their career growth and engagement
Engage with OEMs, FAA and other external entities as necessary, related to technical issues and industry trends
Qualification
Required
B.S Degree or equivalent experience in Engineering or related technical field
2-4 years of experience as a principal engineer (or similar role elsewhere in the industry)
Engineering skill sets which can be applied to a range of Avionics systems
Flexibility to work operational issues in addition to project specific work
Ability to analyze complex technical issues, detailed level of project management for regulatory compliance modifications
Excellent verbal and technical writing skills needed
Strong skills in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
Travel up to 20% may be required, including international travel
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
Preferred
Ability to specify, install and sustain specific avionics equipage for functionality, reliability, and life cycle management
Previous people leadership experience
Previous ATA 31 experience (ex. displays, flight data recorders, ACMS, etc.)
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Accident & disability
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Commuter
Paid holidays
Paid time off
401(k)
Flight privileges
Company
United Airlines
United Airlines is an aviation company that provides information on reservations, bookings, and travel services online.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2006-01-25IPO
Leadership Team
Mike Leskinen
EVP, Chief Financial Officer
Deneen DeFiore
Vice President & Chief Information Security Officer
Recent News
2026-02-07
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