Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME)

1w1 week ago

Qantas

Los Angeles, US · Full-time · $124,000 – $134,000

About this role

Founded in 1920, Qantas is Australia’s largest airline operating regional, domestic, and international services with Qantas and Jetstar brands. Qantas Engineering in Los Angeles features a state-of-the-art facility opened in 2017 for critical scheduled maintenance on A380 and B787 fleet. The team conducts ‘A’ checks, engine changes, and daily line maintenance for flights connecting North America to Australia.

As a Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (B1 or B2), you will perform maintenance, rectification, and modification on Qantas and client aircraft components per manufacturer and company specifications. You will supervise and manage aircraft maintenance staff in the North America Engineering hub. Tasks ensure the highest standards of safety and reliability.

Join a supportive team passionate about safety, valuing work-life balance in a dynamic environment. Demonstrate leadership by supervising, coaching, and motivating team members while working unsupervised. Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement is essential amid daily operations.

Prepare for expansion with the arrival of the first A350 to the Qantas fleet, enhancing maintenance capabilities in North America. Enjoy a culture that challenges and excites while providing respect and support. Sponsorship may be available for the preferred candidate.

Requirements

CASA/EASA (or equivalent) B1 or B2 licence with a B787-9 and/or A380 type rating
Proven leadership capabilities and demonstrated ability to effectively supervise, coach and motivate team members
Extensive experience in either Line, Intermediate or Heavy Maintenance
Excellent time management skills with the ability to effectively implement and manage change
Ability to work unsupervised in a dynamic team environment
Commitment to quality, safety and continuous improvement principles
Proven problem-solving skills, particularly when under pressure
Sound communications skills, both written and verbal as well as highly developed attention to detail

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance, rectification, and modification on Qantas and client aircraft components as per manufacturer and company specifications
Supervise and manage aircraft maintenance staff
Conduct ‘A’ checks on wide-body aircraft
Perform engine changes
Carry out day-to-day line maintenance requirements
Ensure conformance with practices and procedures covering aircraft maintenance
Complete tasks in accordance with the procedures manual and aircraft manufacturers maintenance manual