Aircraft Structures Engineer
Posted 15 Oct 2026
Advertised as “Aircraft Structures Engineer BRA”
BranchFactor Summary
The original posting with the fluff stripped out
- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Visa sponsorship
- Not offered
No salary listed for this role.
CertificationsCREA
Field of studyEngineering (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
Field of studyAerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
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Description
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.
Job Overview and Responsibilities
Provide engineering technical support for the United Airlines worldwide fleet of aircraft based at GIG, with a focus on structural modifications, reliability, maintenance, repairs, and serviceability. Structures Engineers analyze and resolve complex technical issues related to aircraft design, operation, maintenance, performance, modification, and repair using a structured, logical, and analytical approach. The role supports the development and implementation of engineering solutions that maintain aircraft safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance. Engineers also help define aircraft configuration and serviceability criteria while ensuring applicable regulatory and United requirements are met. The role works closely with Maintenance, Engineering, Operations, and external partners to develop and implement effective structural solutions.
- Engineering Solutions & Projects – Develops and supports engineering solutions, implementation plans, technical evaluations, cost/benefit analyses, and project activities for modifications, repairs, and reliability improvements.
- Airworthiness & Regulatory Compliance – Evaluates structural issues and proposed solutions to ensure compliance with applicable FAA regulations, United requirements, engineering standards, and airworthiness criteria.
- Engineering Data & Documentation – Develops engineering substantiating data, technical documentation, specifications, and other engineering deliverables supporting aircraft modifications, repairs, and maintenance
- Cross-Functional Coordination – Coordinates with Maintenance, Engineering, Operations, OEMs, suppliers, and other stakeholders to investigate issues and implement technical solutions.
- Reliability & Continuous Improvement – Supports identification and resolution of recurring structural issues and opportunities to improve aircraft reliability, maintainability, and operational efficiency
- Workload & Deliverables – Manages assigned workload and priorities to meet project, maintenance program, and technical specification deliverables while following established engineering processes.