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Sr Ground Support Engineering Consultant

Sr Ground Support Engineering Consultant

CompanySouthwest Airlines
LocationDallas, TX, USA
Salary$122200 – $135800
TypeFull-Time
Degrees
Experience LevelSenior, Expert or higher

Requirements

  • Knowledge and proficiency in data analysis tools, CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems), and reporting software
  • Knowledge of automotive-type maintenance
  • Ability to display expert-level depth of knowledge around GSE Employee roles and responsibilities
  • Skilled and persuasive communicator who can effectively manage relationships internally and externally
  • Skilled in demonstrating initiative, entrepreneurialism, and creativity
  • Skilled in using business intelligence tools such as SQL, Tableau, Alteryx, QuickBase, Microsoft PowerApps, and equipment telematics software
  • Ability to take ownership and accountability; able to make decisions in an ambiguous environment and view problems as an opportunity for improvement
  • Ability to lead on projects and serve as a subject matter expert
  • Ability to work well under pressure while performing multiple concurrent tasks with frequent interruptions
  • Ability to perform job functions independently with limited supervision
  • Ability to assume a high level of responsibility and to provide direction in a cross-functional, team-oriented environment
  • Ability to interpret data, draw implications, and modify the approach required
  • Ability to communicate effectively with individuals and groups
  • Demonstrated willingness to take a position when rewards outweigh the risk
  • Required: High School Diploma or GED
  • Expert-level experience, expansive and far-reaching knowledge in: Building and or managing a preventative maintenance program, Consulting, corporate strategy, technology, product, or service design, Meeting and workshop development and management, deck writing, storyboarding, inductive/deductive reasoning, interviewing, issue analysis, data analysis, process design, and change management, Technical acumen and expertise with an understanding of designing, building, and prototyping applications/services.

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and maintain a standardized GSE Maintenance Program for the airline’s GSE fleet, including preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance schedules; using maintenance records to continually strengthen the program
  • Coordinate maintenance activities across multiple stations to ensure consistency and operational efficiency
  • Suggest additional maintenance intervals of equipment subsystems based on root cause failure analysis, mean time to repairs (MTTR), and collaborating with engineers
  • Implement predictive maintenance strategies to reduce downtime and extend equipment life
  • Work closely with manufacturers to ensure equipment warranty remains intact while pursuing new and better ways of maintaining the equipment
  • Develop parts catalog based on OEM manuals and collaborate with engineers to develop standard PMA parts in substitute of OEM parts
  • Monitor and prioritize maintenance tasks based on fleet condition, usage trends, and operational demands
  • Be the driver of internal and external teams to consolidate different viewpoints, devise a strategy, and develop a plan with tangible milestones via an emphasis on front-line engagement and prototype development
  • Design and champion new innovative solutions that empower frontline Employees and bring clarity to challenging situations within the operation
  • Organize, structure, and lead service research, test, and design sessions using a variety of tools/techniques that allow participants to validate service components and define detailed requirements
  • Create, maintain, and assist the Team in the use of project and product frameworks that maintain organized and well-communicated plans across blended teams within operations, commercial, and technology groups
  • Foster a collaborative relationship with partner teams and be established as a thought leader within the broader Operations space in a manner that inspires action and casts a shared vision of change
  • May perform other job duties as directed by Employee’s Leaders

Preferred Qualifications

    No preferred qualifications provided.