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Airline roles at United Airlines span flight operations, ground services, cabin crew support, and aviation management across a major U.S. carrier. United has a structured approach to work authorization for operational and professional roles, making it a viable target for international candidates pursuing airline careers in the United States.
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Achieving our goals starts with supporting yours. Grow your career, access top-tier health and wellness benefits, build lasting connections with your team and our customers, and travel the world using our extensive route network.
Come join us to create what’s next. Let’s define tomorrow, together.
DESCRIPTION
Find your future at United!
We’re reinventing what our industry looks like and what an airline can be – from the planes we fly to the people who fly them. When you join us, you’re joining a global team of 100,000+ connected by a shared passion with a broad spectrum of experience and skills to lead the way forward.
Achieving our ambitions starts with supporting yours. Evolve your career and find your next opportunity. Get the care you need with industry-leading health plans and best-in-class programs to help your emotional, physical, and financial wellness. Expand your horizons with travel across the world’s biggest route network. Connect outside your team through employee-led Business Resource Groups.
Create what’s next with us. Let’s define tomorrow together!
At United, we have some of the best aircraft in the world. Our Technical Operations team is full of aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers, planners, ground equipment and facilities professionals, and supply chain teams that help ensure our planes are well taken care of and ready to get our customers to their desired destinations. If you’re ready to work on our aircraft, join our Tech Ops experts and help keep our fleet in tip-top shape.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
As an Engineer—Powerplant, Thrust Reverser, you’ll be key in optimizing aircraft performance, reliability, and compliance. You’ll troubleshoot, analyze, and develop Thrust Reverser systems and component solutions while ensuring operational efficiency and regulatory adherence.
- Investigate and resolve Thrust Reverser design, operation, maintenance, and repair issues.
- Lead repairs of nacelle components (inlet cowls, fan cowls, exhaust nozzles, and acoustic panels).
- Define maintenance programs and serviceability criteria to ensure safe & compliant operations.
- Evaluate regulatory requirements and fleet modifications for impact on reliability, cost, and performance.
- Develop technical documentation, oversee testing, and support FAA approvals.
- Provide on-site technical support for maintenance operations and collaborate with internal and external teams.
LOCATION & SCHEDULE: This role is based at the CSC – Willis Tower in Chicago, IL, and follows a hybrid work schedule with three days per week in-office (subject to change).
QUALIFICATIONS
What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent work experience).
- Ability to interpret sophisticated technical documents, including OEM drawings, Structural Repair Manuals, and Component Maintenance Manuals.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
- Strong project management skills for regulatory compliance modifications and technical specification revisions.
- Effective interpersonal skills for working with shop technicians, supervisors, and managers.
- Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
- Reliable attendance and ability to travel up to 20%.
What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):
- Experience working with ATA airline systems chapters.
- Training in Boeing or Airbus structures and composites.
- Experience working with the FAA on regulatory activity.
- Proficiency in reverse engineering, including 3D scanning and printing.
- Proven experience in aircraft structures and related disciplines.
- Proficiency in 3D modeling software (CATIA, SolidWorks, Siemens NX, or equivalent).
The base pay range for this role is $83,695.00 to $109,004.00.
The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.
You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.
United Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation, contact JobAccommodations@united.com.
INTRODUCTION
Achieving our goals starts with supporting yours. Grow your career, access top-tier health and wellness benefits, build lasting connections with your team and our customers, and travel the world using our extensive route network.
Come join us to create what’s next. Let’s define tomorrow, together.
DESCRIPTION
Find your future at United!
We’re reinventing what our industry looks like and what an airline can be – from the planes we fly to the people who fly them. When you join us, you’re joining a global team of 100,000+ connected by a shared passion with a broad spectrum of experience and skills to lead the way forward.
Achieving our ambitions starts with supporting yours. Evolve your career and find your next opportunity. Get the care you need with industry-leading health plans and best-in-class programs to help your emotional, physical, and financial wellness. Expand your horizons with travel across the world’s biggest route network. Connect outside your team through employee-led Business Resource Groups.
Create what’s next with us. Let’s define tomorrow together!
At United, we have some of the best aircraft in the world. Our Technical Operations team is full of aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers, planners, ground equipment and facilities professionals, and supply chain teams that help ensure our planes are well taken care of and ready to get our customers to their desired destinations. If you’re ready to work on our aircraft, join our Tech Ops experts and help keep our fleet in tip-top shape.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
As an Engineer—Powerplant, Thrust Reverser, you’ll be key in optimizing aircraft performance, reliability, and compliance. You’ll troubleshoot, analyze, and develop Thrust Reverser systems and component solutions while ensuring operational efficiency and regulatory adherence.
- Investigate and resolve Thrust Reverser design, operation, maintenance, and repair issues.
- Lead repairs of nacelle components (inlet cowls, fan cowls, exhaust nozzles, and acoustic panels).
- Define maintenance programs and serviceability criteria to ensure safe & compliant operations.
- Evaluate regulatory requirements and fleet modifications for impact on reliability, cost, and performance.
- Develop technical documentation, oversee testing, and support FAA approvals.
- Provide on-site technical support for maintenance operations and collaborate with internal and external teams.
LOCATION & SCHEDULE: This role is based at the CSC – Willis Tower in Chicago, IL, and follows a hybrid work schedule with three days per week in-office (subject to change).
QUALIFICATIONS
What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent work experience).
- Ability to interpret sophisticated technical documents, including OEM drawings, Structural Repair Manuals, and Component Maintenance Manuals.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
- Strong project management skills for regulatory compliance modifications and technical specification revisions.
- Effective interpersonal skills for working with shop technicians, supervisors, and managers.
- Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
- Reliable attendance and ability to travel up to 20%.
What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):
- Experience working with ATA airline systems chapters.
- Training in Boeing or Airbus structures and composites.
- Experience working with the FAA on regulatory activity.
- Proficiency in reverse engineering, including 3D scanning and printing.
- Proven experience in aircraft structures and related disciplines.
- Proficiency in 3D modeling software (CATIA, SolidWorks, Siemens NX, or equivalent).
The base pay range for this role is $83,695.00 to $109,004.00.
The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.
You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.
United Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation, contact JobAccommodations@united.com.
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Many airline roles at United require FAA certificates, ratings, or medical clearances before a sponsorship conversation even begins. Confirm your foreign credentials translate to U.S. equivalents through the FAA's foreign pilot validation process before applying.
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United recruits heavily for technical operations, ramp, and corporate aviation roles in hubs like Chicago O'Hare, Houston, and Newark. Focusing applications on hub cities where United has the deepest workforce needs improves your chances of landing a sponsorship-eligible offer.
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Find Airline at United Airlines JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does United Airlines sponsor H-1B visas for Airline roles?
Yes, United Airlines sponsors H-1B visas for qualifying airline roles, particularly those classified as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Corporate, technical operations, and engineering positions are the most common H-1B pathways. Direct flight crew roles have different regulatory structures, so the sponsorship pathway depends heavily on the specific position.
How do I apply for Airline jobs at United Airlines?
Applications go through United's careers portal, but not all posted roles are open to candidates needing sponsorship. The most efficient approach is to use Migrate Mate to identify United Airlines airline openings that are actively sponsoring, then apply directly through United's site. Tailoring your application to FAA or aviation-specific requirements strengthens your candidacy significantly.
Which visa types are commonly used for Airline roles at United Airlines?
United Airlines has sponsored H-1B, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, and employment-based Green Cards (EB-2 and EB-3) for various roles. H-1B is most common for corporate and technical specialty occupations. TN is a faster option for Canadians and Mexicans in qualifying roles. F-1 OPT is frequently used as a bridge to H-1B for recent graduates entering airline operations or corporate functions.
What qualifications does United Airlines expect for sponsored Airline positions?
Requirements vary significantly by role. Technical and corporate airline positions typically require a relevant bachelor's degree and industry experience. Aviation operations roles may require FAA certificates, type ratings, or specific flight hours. United generally expects candidates to demonstrate that their foreign credentials and experience meet U.S. equivalency standards, particularly for roles where USCIS or DOL scrutinizes specialty occupation classification.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for a United Airlines offer?
For H-1B, the standard USCIS processing timeline runs several months after the April lottery, with an October 1 start date. Premium processing can shorten adjudication to around 15 business days. TN processing is faster and can sometimes happen at the border. PERM-based Green Card sponsorship runs considerably longer given current DOL backlogs, often exceeding 18 months before I-140 filing.
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