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There’s never been a more exciting time to join United Airlines. We’re on a path towards becoming the best airline in the history of aviation. Our shared purpose – Connecting People, Uniting the World – is about more than getting people from one place to another. It also means that as a global company that operates in hundreds of locations around the world with millions of customers and tens of thousands of employees, we have a unique responsibility to uplift and provide opportunities in the places where we work, live and fly, and we can only do that with a truly diverse and inclusive workforce. And we’re growing – in the years ahead, we’ll hire tens of thousands of people across every area of the airline. Our careers include competitive benefits package aimed at keeping you happy, healthy and well-traveled. From employee-run “Business Resource Group” communities to world-class benefits like parental leave, 401k and privileges like space available travel, United is truly a one-of-a-kind place to work. Are you ready to travel the world?
Get ready for a career at the leading edge of the airline industry! Our Flight Operations team works hard to connect people and unite the world safely, reliably and efficiently every single day. From industry leadership and pioneering technologies to next-level training — our Flight Ops team hires, trains, qualifies and supports the best pilots in the industry. The moments we share in the air and on the ground with our customers and our colleagues make United a special place to work and a great way to fly, together.
Key Responsibilities:
• Serves as the UAL liaison with the FAA (AFS-205) to maintain Flight Simulator and Training Device (FSTD) FAA qualification
• Coordinates updates of the FAA required Simulator Quality Management System (SQMS) policies, procedures of process contained in the SQMS manual as appropriate Performs SQMS liaison with internal UAL qualify/safety audit groups and the FAA National Simulator
• Program (NSP) and FAA Principal Operations Inspector (POI) in regards to SQMS reporting, overseeing scheduling and the conduct of FAA annual FSTD Continuing Qualification (CQ) evaluations
• Performs required correspondence with the FAA concerning FSTD discrepancies including Missing, Malfunctioning or Inoperative (MMI) issues, or other FSTD health reporting
• Maintains UAL FSTD statistical monitoring programs tracking department FSTD reliability and availability metrics
• Conducts internal FSTD “How Goes It” quality audits as part of the FAA approved SQMS program
• Ensures continued FSTD user compliance with the FAA approved Simulator Quality Management System program for the Flight Training Center
• Oversees required/desired SQMS process improvements as identified by internal or external quality system audits
• Coordinates the FAA testing and approval of FSTD modifications, FSTD relocations, and Initial, Continuing or Special Qualification testing evaluations in accordance with 14 CFR part 60 and the SQMS program
• Directly represents United Airlines with the FAA for required Flight Simulator and Training Device evaluations
• Coordinates with Flight Simulator Maintenance and Engineering Supervisors to assign and schedule necessary FSTD maintenance or engineering assignments, updates and/or inspections
• Responsible for the Computer Based Training Programs development, maintenance and delivery through Company learning systems and the electronic recording of training completion
• Performs required correspondence with the FAA and simulator manufacturers and suppliers
• Coordinates the FAA testing and approval of FSTD modifications, relocations and initial qualifications of devices
United values diverse experiences, perspectives, and we encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the “desired” qualifications make for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check ALL of those boxes! We are always looking for individuals who will bring something new to the table!
Qualifications
What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Maintenance, or a related field or 4 years of relevant work experience
• Minimum 4 years demonstrated ability to interface with technical work and work groups in the operation and maintenance of commercial flight simulators
• Working knowledge of FAR 121 flight crew training and 14 CFR PART 60
• Minimum 4 years experience operating under an FAA approved SQMS program under 14 CFR PART 60
• Computer literacy with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and Access
• 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
The salary for this position is $104,000 to $140,800 dependent on job-related, equal opportunity factors such as experience, education and skills. This range is based on a full-time schedule.
United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.
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