Powerplant Engineering

The Powerplant Engineering Teams work within the Technical Operations Department
and coordinate engine and Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) maintenance requirements with
pertinent Departments and Field Service Engineers. In addition, they coordinate with
powerplant manufacturers, like CFM, as well as engine Maintenance Service
Providers concerning technical, maintenance, and operational problems. Engineers
also evaluate engineering document policies and procedures to determine if changes
are needed. All engine maintenance, both on-wing and off-wing, is directed and
authorized by Powerplant Engineering.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Engineer Intern may assist this Department with a variety of responsibilities
including, but not limited to:
 Work on various size engineering projects in a maintenance or operations
environment.
 The Intern will be utilized as an entry-level engineer and may get hands on
experience with aircraft under supervision.
 Assist with special projects and events as requested.
 Perform some research projects.
 Update and maintain aircraft performance calculations.
 Support operation through airport capability analysis and market studies.
 Develop IOS applications to support Flight Ops and NOC.
 Develop and maintain data structure to support analytics projects.
 Support timely communication and updates related to initiatives in assigned
areas.
 Must possess the confidence to work with all levels of the department, from the
frontline Employees to the Department Vice President.
 Confident and effective presentation to department Leadership.
 Light travel may be required to gain hands-on experience.
 Create an Engineering Document (EA or EO) and ad hoc maintenance tasks.
 May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders.
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Education:
 Progress towards degree with a major/minor in Aerospace Engineering,
Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aviation Maintenance
Science, or other Engineering related degree.
 Minimum Sophomore status. May not have an undergraduate graduation date
of May 2024 or prior, unless already enrolled in a full-time graduate degree
program at time of application.
 To be eligible you must be currently enrolled as a full-time student as defined
by your university at the time of application.
 Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA at the time of application.
Experience:
 Work experience in an Aviation/Aerospace environment a plus.
 Previous Work or Internship experience in an engineering related role is a plus.
 Participation in Aviation/Aerospace organizations and clubs a plus.
 Completion of 9 hours of Engineering-related coursework is preferred.
 Proficiency in Microsoft applications is required.
 Understanding how to write technical documents/reports is required.
 A basic knowledge and understanding of current Engineering drawings and
software to create them is a plus.
 Basic understanding and knowledge of maintaining the aircraft structure,
avionics, aircraft performance, systems, avionics, interiors, and powerplant is
preferred.
 Basic understanding of how to create software is a plus.
 Basic understanding of data analytics is a plus.
Knowledge, Skills, Work Style & Abilities:
 Must possess excellent organizational and time management skills.
 Ability to work independently and the willingness to function as part of a team.
 Ability to multi-task and complete assignments with tight deadlines.
 Ability to be flexible and adapt assignments and projects as needed.
 Good oral and written communication skills required.
Time Commitment and Pay
 Required: Full time 40hrs a week
 Must maintain a consistent weekly schedule during normal business hours at a
max of 8hrs per day.
 You must reside in Dallas, TX during the internship and work a hybrid schedule
of at least 50% in office and be onsite for applicable intern events.
 Program Dates: May 21st - August 9th, 2024
 $25 per hour + $1,000 stipend paid one time on first paycheck