at United Airlines in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
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 have some of the best aircraft in the world. Our Technical Operations team is full of aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers, planners, ground equipment and facilities professionals, and supply chain teams that help make sure they’re well taken care of and ready to get our customers to their desired destinations. If you’re ready to work on our planes, join our Tech Ops experts and help keep our fleet in tip-top shape.
Key Responsibilities:
The Technical Systems Manager is tasked with spearheading a broad range of projects within the Facilities (FX) and Ground Support Equipment (GX) Maintenance sectors. This role is designed for a versatile leader capable of driving innovation, overseeing continuous improvement processes, managing telemetry installations, conducting data analytics, and updating policies and procedures and safety programs. This position requires someone who thrives in a changing environment and is committed to excellence in maintenance management.
+ Leads diverse projects focused on innovation and continuous improvement to optimize operational efficiency
+ Develops and maintains policies and procedures, aligning them with industry standards and company objectives
+ Collaborates with other operational groups to ensure training schedules stay current
+ Manages telemetry program collaborating with cross functional project teams ensuring robust data collection
+ Analyzes data to make informed decisions on asset maintenance and keeps leadership appraised of project status
+ Curates and disseminate OEM manuals, ensuring that staff have the necessary resources for equipment maintenance and operation
+ Supports safety programs, ensuring safety and compliance with regulatory standards
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 or 4 years of relevant work experience in Maintenance management, engineering, or related field
+ 5+ years in maintenance program management or related role
+ Outstanding organization skills
+ Proven leadership in managing diverse and innovative projects
+ Strong analytical skills with a background in data analysis
+ Excellent communication and team management abilities
+ Proficiency with productivity software, such as MS Office Suite
+ Flexibility and adaptability in managing dynamic project requirements
+ A strong commitment to safety and operational excellence
+ 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
What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):
+ Master’s Degree in Data analytics
+ Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
+ Project Management
+ OSHA 10, OSHA 30
+ Experience with a broad range of projects in Ground Service Equipment and Facilities Maintenance
+ Spotfire, SharePoint
+ Experience working in airport facilities environment
+ Experience leading teams and suppliers in multiple locations
+ Proven capability to influence and manage change
+ Expertise in policy development and procedural compliance
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT
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