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Associate Engineer - Structures

Southwest Airlines
401(k)
United States, Texas, Dallas
Dec 08, 2025
Department: Technical Operations Our Company Promise We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer. Job Description: Job Summary As an Associate Engineer on the Structures Engineering Team within Technical Operations, you'll provide critical expertise that keeps Southwest's fleet safe, reliable, and ready to serve our Customers. In this role, you'll support specialized aircraft, engine, and component repairs, modifications, and troubleshooting, focusing on structural integrity and component solutions that ensure operational excellence. Your work directly impacts the performance and safety of our aircraft, enabling Southwest to deliver on its promise of friendly, dependable, and low-cost air travel. This is your opportunity to grow your engineering skills while contributing to the heart of what makes Southwest fly. Additional details: The culture of Southwest Airlines means we value the camaraderie, collaboration, and innovation that occurs when we come together and interact face-to-face at our vibrant Corporate Campus. Due to the nature of this role, you would be required to work from our Dallas, TX headquarters facility during business hours. U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available. We're committed to fair hiring practices and to making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics. Responsibilities Evaluate and process manufacturer's service documents (Service Bulletins, Service Letters, etc.) and regulatory requirements (Airworthiness Directives, Notice of Proposed Rule Making, Code of Federal Regulations, etc.) Participate in the development and substantiation of in-house repairs and modifications for implementation into the SWA maintenance program Collaborate with other departments such as Planning, Supply Chain, Quality, Production and other Stakeholders for assigned projects to develop project implementation plans Participate in troubleshooting and resolution of in-service issues Participate in activities related to various types of cost/benefit analysis Develop Engineering documentation to support resolution of in-service issues Participate in activities related to OEM, Supplemental Type Certificate Holder, and PMA products May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various airline support services Knowledge of design techniques and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, drawings, and models Skilled in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems Ability to collect, organize, visualize, and assimilate data, including turning raw data into meaningful information, using data-oriented programs and visualization software Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite Ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong, however it does not necessarily involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem Ability to communicate effectively via telephone as well as within group settings Ability to work well with scheduled timelines Education Required: High School Diploma or GED Required: Bachelor of Science in an ABET accredited course of study in Engineering (May have anticipated graduation date within 6 months from posting date) Experience Entry level experience, developing skills and knowledge in: Airline/OEM/MRO Engineering Licensing/Certification N/A Physical Abilities Ability to perform work duties from [limited space work station/desk/office area] for extended periods of time Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job Other Qualifications Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 Must be at least 18 years of age Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines Pay & Benefits: Competitive market salary from $81,200 per year to $90,200 per year* depending on qualifications and experience. For eligible Leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the discretion of the Company. Benefits you'll love: * Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too) * Southwest will help fund your Retirement Savings Plan, which includes a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) Company match contribution of up to 9.3% of your eligible earnings** * Potential for annual profit-sharing contribution in the Southwest Retirement Savings Plan-when Southwest profits, you profit*** * Competitive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents * Southwest offers health plan coverage options that start from the very first day of employment. You'll have 30 days to select and enroll in your health plan, and coverage will be retroactively available to your first day of employment. * Explore more benefits you'll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits Pay amount doesn't guarantee employment for any particular period. 401(k) Company match contributions are subject to the plan's vesting schedule. Match contributions may vary based on the position. Profit-sharing contributions are subject to the Retirement Savings Plan vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.** Please print/save this job description because it won't be available after you apply.