Description

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 a 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?

At United, we fly into airports around the entire world. And we need a whole team of people to keep things running in tip-top shape! From the exceptional service at the check-in counter to the departure gate, and even behind the scenes making sure your checked bags arrive with you, our Airport Operations team keeps operations at our airports running smoothly every single day.

Technical Operations

Technical Operations is the maintenance, repair and overhaul division of United. The department includes aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers, planners, ground equipment and facilities teams, supply chain teams and more.

• Starting hourly rate is $54.80 p/h, subject to a collective bargaining agreement.
• At United, we offer a competitive compensation package, with benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, accident and disability, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, pension, and flight privileges. Benefits are subject to a collective bargaining agreement.

NDT Instructor - Maintenance

***Please Note: The successful candidate will have the option to work in EWR, ORD, SFO, IAH or DEN.***

Job overview and responsibilities

• Maintenance Instructors conduct classroom and practical training at maintenance bases, line stations, supplier base stations, and other facilities including but not limited to, providing technical knowledge and practical instruction for the safe maintenance, repair and operation of aircraft and aircraft systems as related to maintenance, ground equipment, tools, and test equipment according to established procedures.
• Maintenance Instructors also analyzes technical information, develops training programs to meet established objectives, writes, edits and produces materials for technical instruction, and develops and administers technical examinations where appropriate
• Instructors provide technical leadership and guidance to various Technical Operations group
• Conduct formal aircraft systems classroom training
• Review technical data and manual revisions to stay current with procedures

Will be using training aids such as IPads, computer based training aids and Virtual Maintenance Training (VMT) simulationKey

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):

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
• FAA A&P License
• Extensive technical knowledge of Inspection and NDT processes, procedures, and regulations, including Eddy Current, Ultrasound, Dye Penetrant, Thermography, Boroscope.
• Technical knowledge of aircraft systems
• Training content development skills
• Minimum of five (5) years aircraft inspection/maintenance background with a part 121 carrier or equivalent military experience
• Must be 18 years old
• Valid US driver's license (revoked, suspended, or expired are not considered valid)
• Must pass a 10-year background check
• Must be willing to take a pre-placement physical abilities test, hearing and vision tests, and drug screen
• Must be flexible to work an occasional off-shift (swings/mids, weekends) in a 24/7 operation.
• Candidate must be able to clear a fingerprint-based criminal history check in order to obtain and retain credentials necessary for the position
• Position-specific clearances include but are not limited to FAA, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs, and U.S. Postal service clearances
• Approx. 10-30% travel required of the time-traveling domestic and occasionally international.

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

• Level 2 qualified for all or several of the following: Eddy Current, Ultrasound, Dye Penetrant, Thermography, Boroscope
• College degree (Engineering)
• FCC License
• Familiarity with FAA-H-8083-9 Rev.A Aviation Instructors Handbook.
• Formal aircraft maintenance instruction, or technical instruction experience

Other

• 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
• United will consider applicants with criminal histories consistent with the Fair Chance Ordinance

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.