Department:
Technical OperationsOur Company Promise
We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.
Job Description:
Southwest firmly believes that our People are our greatest asset, and Leaders within the Company support our People by ensuring all have equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. The Assistant Manager Engineering leads the professional development for a Team of engineers, oversees the Maintenance program, and provides outstanding Customer Service when collaborating with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and regulatory agencies. The Assistant Manager Engineering is a resourceful problem-solver who is ready to shape the future of aerospace engineering at Southwest Airlines.
The culture of Southwest Airlines means we embrace a flexible workplace and value the camaraderie, collaboration, and innovation that occurs when we come together and interact face-to-face at our vibrant Corporate Campus. This role is a hybrid position based out of our Corporate Campus in Dallas, TX, which requires Employees to work onsite on our Corporate Campus at least three days a week. The Department designates the specific three days of the week Employees must work on-site.
U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available.
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We continue to look for opportunities to reflect the communities we serve, and welcome applicants with diverse thoughts, backgrounds, and experiences.
Model the Southwest Way
- Guide and lead team members using SWA talent management practices to coach, develop, and engage Employees
- Adhere to company values and competencies to foster a culture of inclusion, recognition, and support of a safe work environment
- Invest in leadership and self-growth through participating in continuous learning and development
Responsibilities
- Leads a staff of engineers and provides oversight and coordination of all work activities during designated shift
- Actively engages reporting staff of engineers through performance reviews and professional development for career growth
- Oversees projects to ensure success and timeliness of deliverables (e.g. scheduling, technical risk oversight, deliverables tracking)
- Acts as a mentor/leader of the assigned Engineers, including responsibility for the training of engineers
- Oversees reliability improvements through research, root-cause analysis, and implementation through corrective action plans
- Oversees activities related to OEM products, Supplemental Type Certificate Holder products, Regulatory agencies, etc.
- Team focal point for Maintenance Program requests and prioritization to ensure timely incorporation of Company projects and initiatives
- Provides positive Customer Service and maintains positive working relationships with all Internal and External Customers by working in a cooperative manner
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Engineering Manager and can assume the duties of the Engineering Manager as delegated
- May perform other job duties as directed by Employee&39;s Leaders
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to work well with others as part of a team, as well as lead others without direct positional authority
- Ability to communicate in a flexible and effective manner
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office applications - specifically Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams
- Ability to demonstrate self-motivation and initiative to achieve consistent results
- Ability to deliver feedback and coaching to develop and retain talent
- Ability to demonstrate organizational proficiency
- Ability to be conscientious and detail oriented, with an ability to work well under pressure and within scheduled timelines
Education
- Required: High School Diploma or GED
- Required: Bachelor&39;s Degree
Experience
- Fully functioning broad knowledge in:
- Airline/OEM/MRO Engineering
- Directly or indirectly leading Employees
Licensing/Certification
- Must be able to obtain a SIDA (Secured Identification Display Area) badge and meet all local airport requirements
Physical Abilities
- Ability to perform work duties from desk/office area for extended periods of time
- Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job
- Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job
- Ability to access areas of the aircraft where inspections, alterations, and repairs are being conducted
Other Qualifications
- Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
- Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
- Up to 10 travel based on departmental needs
Pay & Benefits:
Competitive market salary from $137,250.00 per year to $152,500.00 per year* depending on qualifications and experience. For eligible Leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the discretion of the company.
Benefits youll love:
- Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too)
- Up to a 9.3 401(k) Company match, dollar for dollar, of your eligible pay, per paycheck *
- Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution toward retirement - when Southwest profits, you profit**
- Explore more Benefits youll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits
*Pay amount does not guarantee employment for any particular period of time.
**401(k) match contributions are subject to the plans vesting schedule and applicable IRS limits
***ProfitSharing contributions are subject to plans vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company.
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please print/save this job description because it won&39;t be available after you apply.
Job Posting End Date
03/21/2024