American Airlines

Sr Manager, IT Engineering

American Airlines • $120K — $145K *
Fort Worth, TX 76137In-Person
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience
  • 7+ years delivering solutions using ITIL / Agile / XP methodologies
  • 5+ years leading product teams
  • Master's degree in relevant technical discipline is preferred
  • Airline industry experience is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Engage hands-on in technical problem-solving and align solutions with business needs
  • Serve as escalation point for production issues and lead troubleshooting efforts
  • Participate in architecture, design, and code reviews to inspire engineering teams
  • Set and drive a clear technical vision in partnership with Business and IT leaders
  • Mentor engineers and leaders to foster the development of technical skills
  • Support self-governing teams, clear roadblocks, and facilitate cross-level relationships
  • Manage budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation for technical initiatives

Benefits

  • Travel perks covering 365 destinations with American Airlines
  • Immediate access to health, dental, prescription, and vision benefits
  • Comprehensive wellness programs to enhance personal health
  • 401(k) program with employer contributions after one year
  • Additional benefits including employee assistance and discounts on travel services
Full Job Description
8/6/26

Location: DFW Headquarters Building 7 (DFW-SV07)
Cities: Fort Worth - TX
Requisition ID: 87157

Job Description

What you'll do

As noted above, this list is intended to reflect the current job but there may be additional essential functions (and certainly non-essential job functions) that are not referenced. Management will modify the job or require other tasks be performed whenever it is deemed appropriate to do so, observing, of course, any legal obligations including any collective bargaining obligations.
  • Combines hands-on technical depth with strong business and leadership skills, personally engaging with the technical problem to understand and shape solutions rather than relying on the team to explain it, and communicates clearly with Engineers and Engineering Managers to align on business needs, objectives, and the technical requirements of products
  • Serves as a hands-on escalation point for production issues and off-hours support, able to dig into the technical problem directly, lead troubleshooting, and drive coordinated resolution
  • Personally engages in architecture, design, code reviews, and key technical decisions, going deep enough to understand the problem firsthand and inspire the engineering team through hands-on technical leadership
  • Partners with Business and IT leadership to set and drive a clear technical vision, strategic direction, and roadmaps across multiple engineering teams, ensuring alignment with business priorities and effective communication with stakeholders
  • Leads, develops, and mentors engineers and engineering leaders, driving technical upskilling across the organization to build the next generation of technical leaders
  • Supports self-governing engineering teams that are accountable for their own performance and delivery commitments, removing roadblocks and cultivating relationships across IT and at various levels of leadership
  • Responsible for budget management, forecasting, resource allocation, and long-term planning to drive alignment with business priorities


All you'll need for success

Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related technical discipline, or equivalent experience/training
  • 7+ years of experience participating in delivery of solutions using ITIL / Agile / XP, or similar methodologies
  • 5+ years of experience leading product teams


Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience
  • Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Technology, Information Systems (CIS/MIS), Engineering or related technical discipline, or equivalent experience/training
  • Airline industry experience, including engineering / business processes and supporting technology


Skills, Licenses & Certifications
  • Proven track record of hands-on technical execution: personally dives into complex engineering problems across the relevant technology stack, understands root causes, and drives them to resolution; able to reason about the technical problem directly rather than depending on others to explain it
  • Proven ability to inspire, motivate, and elevate a technical team through personal technical credibility and a consistently high engineering bar, leading engineers of varying experience levels through high-pressure production situations
  • Leads, influences, and upholds technology standards to ensure resiliency goals are met and continuously improved upon
  • Delivery leadership in an Agile environment: well organized, able to prioritize and run multiple technical work streams with minimal direction
  • Excellent communication skills to present to executive management and emphasize the intersection of business and technology
  • Project management skills to plan and deliver complex technical initiatives are valued, but secondary to hands-on technical execution


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


About American Airlines

US Airways provides international and domestic air transport in the United States. It is owned by the American Airlines Group. US Airways utilizes a fleet of 343 mainline jet aircrafts, along with 278 regional jet and turbo-prop aircrafts operated by contract and subsidiary airlines under the name US Airways Express. It was originally established as All American Aviation.It operates an airline network with 193 destinations in 24 countries in North America, South America, Europe, and the Middle East. It also operates the US Airways Shuttle, a US Airways brand which provides hourly service between Boston, New York City, and Washington, D.C.As of October 2013, US Airways employed 32,312 people worldwide and operated 3,028 daily flights.US Airways is a member of Oneworld, and it currently operates along with American Airlines as a result of a merge between the two holding companies of these airliners.US Airways was established in 1973. It operates hubs at Charlotte/Douglas International Airport, Philadelphia Inte...

American Airlines Careers

Join the dynamic team at American Airlines, a leader in global aviation and an innovator in the airline industry. With a wide range of job opportunities, American Airlines is the perfect place to advance your career, offering roles that cater to a variety of skills and professional interests. Work You’ll Do At American Airlines, you will be part of a team that is dedicated to providing world-class service and shaping the future of travel. Our employees enjoy a culture of collaboration and respect, where diversity and inclusion are celebrated. With American Airlines, you can contribute to a legacy of innovation and leadership in the skies. Transform Your Career American Airlines is not just a company; it's a community where you can grow your career through a robust suite of professional development and diversity training programs. Our leadership is committed to nurturing talent and recognizes the value of each individual’s growth. Join a team that leads with integrity and a passion for progress. At American Airlines, your career trajectory is bolstered by our commitment to innovation and excellence in the aviation industry. Internship Opportunities Kickstart your career with an internship at American Airlines. Gain invaluable industry experience, build your resume, and make connections that will propel your professional life. Our internships offer hands-on experience in a variety of departments, helping you discover your path in the aviation industry. Benefits of Working With Us American Airlines places immense value on the well-being of its team members. Employees enjoy competitive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, employee discounts, and flexible spending accounts. More than just perks, our benefits are designed to support your life, both at work and at home. Explore Job Opportunities Whether you’re looking to enhance your career in engineering, customer service, or leadership, American Airlines has a position that will match your skills and passions. We are continuously hiring and looking for motivated individuals who are ready to take their careers to new heights. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search open positions that align with your skills and interests. We are looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players. SEARCH AMERICAN AIRLINES JOBS Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. READ CAREERS BLOG Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding opportunities that await at American Airlines.
Learn more about American Airlines
Size
123,400 employees
Market Cap
$8 billion
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Net Income
-$8.8 billion
Founded
1930
5 Year Trend
-5.7%
Revenue
$17.3 billion
NASDAQ
AAL
* Ladders Estimates

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