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STS Technical Services is hiring a Senior Aircraft Systems Engineer in Hebron, Kentucky. In this role, you’ll be responsible for ensuring the safety, airworthiness, and reliability of commercial aircraft by developing engineering data, documents, and technical instructions. You’ll also coordinate regulatory and non-regulatory projects while supporting corporate goals and objectives. Position Summary The Senior Aircraft Systems Engineer is responsible for engineering data, instructions, and technical support within ATA chapters 21, 24, 25, 27, 28, 29, 30, 32, 33, 35, 36, 38, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, 56, and 57. This role also coordinates engineering activities across multiple projects while upholding company standards of safety, compliance, and operational efficiency. Values and Behavioral Standards The Senior Aircraft Systems Engineer ensures effective communication and adherence to company values and behavioral standards as outlined in the corporate Code of Conduct policy. The position requires proper response and action in the event of any known policy departure. Job Responsibilities Prioritize Systems Engineering actions for Aircraft Systems Engineers. Guide and mentor the Aircraft Systems Engineers, providing technical support for large commercial fleets. Provide leadership and support to the Liaison Engineering Support Team for AOG/24/7 operations. Manage budgetary data for projects and issues as directed. Oversee Heavy Maintenance & Conversion MRO repair documentation. Issue instructions and documents to safely and economically return aircraft to service. Participate in the Project Systems Team and FAR/AD/NPRM compliance. Manage reviews, analyses, and responses to Fleet Team Idea Exchange (FIX) for commercial fleets. Participate in industry working groups, steering committees, and conferences. Review the work of consultant, contract, and MRO Systems Engineers. Evaluate FARs, NPRMs, ADs, SBs, SLs, and other service notifications. Develop approved and acceptable data, including AMOCs for repairs, modifications, and alterations. Update technical source documents for accuracy. Support integration of new and previously operated aircraft, including evaluation of repairs, ADs, STCs, and follow-on actions. Liaise with manufacturers, MROs, regulatory agencies, and outside engineering departments. Develop product improvement modifications based on reliability indicators. Establish component repair and build specifications to enhance dispatch reliability. Perform thorough analysis of fleet technical issues and reliability impact events. Submit recommendations for continuous improvement in safety, reliability, and cost control. Refine standard analysis methods to ensure consistent outcomes and responsible recommendations. Support continuous improvement of component reliability and fleet performance. Stay current with regulatory guidance and industry best practices. Organize and provide Systems Engineering documentation to complete modifications and repairs on schedule and within budget. Provide technical support to Technical Operations, Ground Operations, and Flight Operations. Review and initiate maintenance program changes and document updates. Report status of projects and issues as directed. Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Manager Aircraft Systems Engineering. Major Job Accountabilities: Management Provide guidance and mentoring to a multi-discipline Aircraft Systems Engineering team. Drive continuous improvement using process improvement methods and training. Standardize legacy processes and develop new innovative practices. Identify and remove barriers to project completion. Manage key customers for technical support and issue resolution. Ensure efficient closure of issues with high customer satisfaction. Balance customer needs with team requirements. Communicate technical concepts clearly to teams and stakeholders. Foster constructive dialogue, presenting data-driven solutions. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Minimum of 6 years in Aircraft Systems Engineering, including workforce management. Strong technical knowledge of aircraft systems and component design. Experience interfacing with manufacturers and regulatory agencies. Proven success in delivering results within an airline environment. Demonstrated ability to build and manage technical teams. Strategic and innovative mindset with a passion for continuous improvement. Effective collaboration with peers and senior leaders. Strong communication and presentation skills (up to two levels of leadership). Ability to enforce deadlines and hold teams accountable. Other Abilities Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Highly motivated, with initiative, ownership, and a positive attitude. Strong organizational and collaborative management style. Advanced problem-solving skills for complex technical issues. Financial analysis experience with clear understanding of financial systems. Strong technical background in systems engineering and management. Independent judgment and decision-making abilities. Ability to present technical briefings to internal and external stakeholders. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, M&E systems, and Document Management Systems. Preferred Qualifications FAA A&P Certificate (preferred). Airline or aerospace industry experience. About STS Technical Services STS Technical Services is a top provider of workforce management solutions to the aviation, defense, manufacturing, and industrial industries. We connect top-tier engineering and technical professionals with some of the largest organizations worldwide. #IndeedAM

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