RTX is a leader in aerospace systems, and they are seeking a GTF Flight Operations Engineer to work with airline customers and internal teams. The role involves developing operating instructions, resolving in-flight engine operation issues, and conducting meetings and presentations for airline pilots and flight operations personnel.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain Operating Instructions which contain recommendations for in-flight engine operation
- Support resolution of issues related to in-flight engine operation, coordinate issues with airframe manufacturer’s Flight Operations groups, identify, recommend and evaluate changes to in-flight operational procedures
- Respond to airline customer and airframe manufacturer inquiries regarding in-flight engine operation and issue all-operators correspondence as necessary
- Conduct meetings of various types to provide engine operational information to airline pilots and/or flight operations personnel
- Conduct line rides or flight audits by recording data and observing procedures in the cockpit
- Support resolution of major aircraft events
- Ability to create and deliver effective presentations regarding in-flight procedures of interest to flight crews and other technical personnel
- Perform engine/aircraft engineering studies and report results
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering with 8+ years of engineering experience or 5+ years with an advanced degree
- Private Pilot license is required
- U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program
- Ability to travel worldwide (~10%), sometimes on short notice
- 5 years of engine related technical experience including knowledge of large commercial aircraft and engine operation
- Familiar with engine systems and engine performance as well as PW engine models
- Engine performance and operability engineering analysis skills highly recommended
- MS Office skills and Airline Transport Pilot license is preferred
- Position requires self-motivation and ability to work independently
- Must be able to prepare high quality written work and be able to verbalize technical concepts effectively