Sr Specialist, Minimum Equipment List (MEL) Programs

Job Description

Intro

Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your time off? Join our American Airlines family, and you’ll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you’ll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board!

Why you'll love this job

• ​This job is a member of the Maintenance Operations Control Team within the Integrated Operations Division.
• ​Responsible for the administration of the various fleet deferral and tracking programs.
  
  

What you'll do

• ​Develops MMEL, AFM, NEF list and TAC list proposed changes for input into the associated AA manuals, in compliance with FAA and Company requirements
• Coordinates the in-house review of proposed revisions to the AA MEL, CDL, NEF and TAC lists with Flight Operations, Dispatch, Inflight Service and Engineering; other internal workgroups as necessary
• Prepares and submits the internally approved MEL revision to the FAA; when applicable coordinate additional change(s) when required throughout the FAA review and approval process
• Prepares the FAA approved MEL revision, the in-house approved CDL revision, and/or the revision to the NEF or TAC into the appropriate electronic format. Coordinate the distribution, installation, and effective date and time with all applicable departments
• Revises and maintains the MEL, CDL, NEF and TAC databases in the applicable SABRE and SCEPTRE system(s); accomplishes periodic audits of the databases for accuracy of content
• Represents the Company at Industry, FAA, A4A and FOEB Meetings when appropriate

All you'll need for success

Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

• ​High School diploma or GED equivalency
• FAA A&P License
• 5 years experience working with MOC, FOEB/ MMEL processes and/or Regulatory Affairs
• 5-10 years of aviation/industry experience 

Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

• ​Associate's degree in related field

Skills, Licenses & Certifications

• ​Knowledge of Service Bulletins, Airworthiness Directives and modification configurations
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.

What you'll get

Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer: 

• Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
• Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more. 
• Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
• 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
• Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more

Feel free to be yourself at American

From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Team Member Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.

Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life’s journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.