Aircraft Engineer vacancy in Cathay Pacific, USA

Cathay Pacific Airways is looking for a full-time, licensed Aircraft Engineer to join the Los Angeles line maintenance station in California. The successful candidate will perform operational functions ensuring delivery of a safe and exceptionally reliable travel experience that supports our brand and business whilst meeting all compliance and regulatory requirements.

Location: Los Angeles, California, USA

Let your passion fly! At Cathay Pacific Airways, they are proud to be one of the world’s leading airlines. Their reputation is built on a long track record of success, an ongoing commitment to their home Hong Kong, and on the delivery of customer service that’s straight from the heart. All of this is possible due to their talented people who share their passion for aviation and their commitment to being the best. Their global family can open up a world of opportunities for you. This means that your first role at Cathay Pacific won’t be your last. It could take you anywhere. Join them and discover just how far you can go!

If you are applying as an internal candidate you may qualify for a priority USA immigration work-visa sponsorship, if you meet this criteria:

You have a 4 year Engineering degree

You have been employed at Cathay for at least one year in the last 3 years

You are a citizen of one of the following countries: China, Hong Kong, Australia, Taiwan, Singapore, Bahrain, United Kingdom, Canada, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand, United Arab Emirates and Vietnam

All other candidates may be considered on a case by case basis.

Key Responsibilities of Aircraft Engineer

Operational Accountabilities

Working on a shift basis, conduct and certify routine and non-routine maintenance for Cathay Group and third party customer aircraft (if applicable) in accordance with the appropriate national authority and customer requirements

Perform local or overseas operational relief duties or the duties of an Aircraft Technician / Aircraft Mechanic as required

Monitor any third party supplier performance (technical, ramp services, de-icing, refueling etc), follow up and rectify any operational issues in a timely manner

Execute the contingency plans and support ad hoc operational requirements such as diversions, charters, ad hoc aircraft type changes, major disruption recovery, etc.

Ensure the availability, serviceability and cleanliness of station ground equipment, vehicles and facilities

Perform station administration and ensure station documentations / passes are up-to-date and valid

Help to embrace a continuous improvement culture through quality innovation, teamwork, and lean processes to drive operational efficiency, productivity and commercial improvement

Any other reasonable task as requested including non-operational duties and projects

Emergency & Accident

Emergency and Accident and Crisis response responsibilities as required

Requirements for Aircraft Engineer

FAA A&P Certificate or any of the following licenses; HKAR-66 B1 license, EASA-66 B1 license or any equivalent foreign license

Minimum of one (1) current aircraft type authorisation, preferably on the type operated by Cathay

Priority will be given to applicants holding Level 3 training on B747-400F and B747-8F

Minimum five (5) years’ experience in an aircraft maintenance environment

Strong operation knowledge of aircraft maintenance and ground handling activities

Good communication skills

Must have the right to work and live in the United States

Must comply with Company’s mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination policy

Personal & Application Information

Cathay Pacific Airways is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veterans status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with our personal data policy and for recruitment purposes only. A copy of our Personal Information Collection Statement will be provided upon request by contacting our Data Protection Officer.

If you have the qualifications of Aircraft Engineer, do apply.

Application Deadline: 12 Jan 2023

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