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 wide 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 support 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 make sure they’re well taken care of and ready to get our customers to their desired destinations. If you’re ready to work on our planes, join our Tech Ops experts and help keep our fleet in tip-top shape.

Job overview and key Responsibilities:

As a Senior Staff Representative – Fuel Technician Specialist, you will develop policies, oversee compliance, and drive operational improvements that enhance fuel efficiency, safety, and performance across our global network.

Develop and manage policies to ensure jet fuel quality, facility integrity, and equipment reliability.Author and update United’s Fueling Manuals, issuing variances as necessary.Design and implement system-wide fuel operations procedures.Monitor the performance of service providers and airport operations, driving improvements in compliance, safety, and efficiency.Conduct audits to ensure contract compliance and lead training programs for service provider staff.Investigate and resolve regulatory or procedural non-compliance issues.Represent United in industry and regulatory meetings, maintaining liaison with agencies such as the FAA.Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance reliability and cost efficiency.

NOTE: This position is considered fully remote, and it requires up to 50% travel for business needs, including domestic and international travel.

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 wide 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 support 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 make sure they’re well taken care of and ready to get our customers to their desired destinations. If you’re ready to work on our planes, join our Tech Ops experts and help keep our fleet in tip-top shape.

Job overview and key Responsibilities:

As a Senior Staff Representative – Fuel Technician Specialist, you will develop policies, oversee compliance, and drive operational improvements that enhance fuel efficiency, safety, and performance across our global network.

Develop and manage policies to ensure jet fuel quality, facility integrity, and equipment reliability.Author and update United’s Fueling Manuals, issuing variances as necessary.Design and implement system-wide fuel operations procedures.Monitor the performance of service providers and airport operations, driving improvements in compliance, safety, and efficiency.Conduct audits to ensure contract compliance and lead training programs for service provider staff.Investigate and resolve regulatory or procedural non-compliance issues.Represent United in industry and regulatory meetings, maintaining liaison with agencies such as the FAA.Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance reliability and cost efficiency.

NOTE: This position is considered fully remote, and it requires up to 50% travel for business needs, including domestic and international travel.

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.3 years of experience in Fuel Management, airport fuel operations, aircraft maintenance, inspection, or engineering.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.Ability to plan, innovate, and collaborate effectively.Ability to travel up to 50% internationally and domestically.Must have a valid passport.Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.Reliable and punctual attendance is essential.

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

Bachelor’s or advanced degree.FAA Airframe and/or Powerplant certification.IFQP certification.Experience in fuel systems management, quality assurance, and auditing.Proven collaboration skills with peers, suppliers, and operational teams.

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.3 years of experience in Fuel Management, airport fuel operations, aircraft maintenance, inspection, or engineering.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.Ability to plan, innovate, and collaborate effectively.Ability to travel up to 50% internationally and domestically.Must have a valid passport.Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.Reliable and punctual attendance is essential.

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

Bachelor’s or advanced degree.FAA Airframe and/or Powerplant certification.IFQP certification.Experience in fuel systems management, quality assurance, and auditing.Proven collaboration skills with peers, suppliers, and operational teams.