Controller Minimum Equipment List

Job Description:

Position Summary:

The Minimum Equipment List Controller reports to the Manager – MEL Standards and is responsible for assisting the Manager - MEL Standards to ensure that the JetBlue A220/A320/A321 Minimum Equipment List (MEL), Configuration Deviation List (CDL) and Non-Essential Equipment and Furnishings List (NEF) manuals are in compliance with the latest FAA and manufacturer documents.

The MEL Controller is considered supervising in an executive capacity the airworthiness of aircraft per 14CFR 65.83 for recent experience requirements. The MEL Controller ensures JetBlue Airways MEL is conforming to “14CFR 121.628 Inoperable instruments and equipment”, and the “Minimum Equipment List preamble” while in the position capacity

Essential Responsibilities:

Assist the Manager – MEL Standards to review and categorize revision requests from the internal customers and the FAA.
Revise the MEL/CDL/NEF documents based on inputs received from internal customers and FAA.
Ensure MEL/CDL/NEF changes meet regulatory requirements that include the Maintenance & Operational functions, Aircraft Flight Manual Limitations, Emergency Procedures or Airworthiness Directives. Ensuring compliance with FAA MMEL, Operations Specifications, ICAO and internal manual standards.
Develop / apply suitable conditions and limitations in the form of placard, maintenance procedures, crew operating procedures and other restrictions as necessary are specified in the MEL/CDL/NEF manuals to ensure that an acceptable level of safety is maintained.
Address internal MEL/CDL revision requests submitted through the MEL/CDL/NEF Request log.
Review all proposed Master MELs issued by the FAA that affect the A320.
Central point of contact for all MEL & CDL internal manual issues and SME for resolving MEL Dispatch considerations when interpretation/clarification is required.
Liaison with the FAA regarding MEL, CDL & NEF work.
Provide technical support to the MEL review board, when considering the interrelationships between multiple inoperative items, the effect on aircraft operation and crew workload.
Schedule a MEL/CDL Revision Review Board Meeting to review and approve the changes to the MEL/CDL, NEF documents.
Correct any discrepancies noted during the Revision Review Board Meeting.
Create a “Summary of Changes” and “Revision Notice” documenting revisions made to the MEL/CDL/NEF at this revision level and maintain a record of revisions.
Forward MEL/CDL/NEF revision along with the Revision Notice to Corporate Publication. Corporate Publications will forward the revised document(s) to the FAA for review and approval
Correct any discrepancies noted by the FAA, then return the document(s) to the FAA for their final review and approval.
Coordinate MEL/CDL/NEF revision updates with TRAX and Sabre support teams.
Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:
:

High School Diploma/General Education Diploma with a Valid Federal Aviation Administration Airframe and Powerplant license, or Dispatch license OR Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation Engineering
Five (5) years Airline or Transport Category Aircraft
Maintain FAA Airman (A&P) ATMS Certification and Training Qualifications through JB
Available for occasional overnight travel (10%)
Must pass pre-employment drug test
Must be legally eligible to work in the country in which the position is located
Authorization to work in the US is required. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Preferred Experience and Qualifications:

Seven (7) years Airline or Transport Category Aircraft
A320/321 Family, Bombardier C Series and Embraer 170/190 Family Aircraft System Familiarization
Technical Writing, Typing/ Word Processing
Experience in the following software products; Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat (professional version)
Knowledge of XML applications desirable
Strong attention to detail and written and verbal communications skills

Crewmember Expectations:

Regular attendance and punctuality
Potential need to work flexible hours and be available to respond on short-notice
Well groomed and able to maintain a professional appearance
When working or traveling on JetBlue flights, and if time permits, all capable crewmembers are asked to assist with light cleaning of the aircraft
Must be an appropriate organizational fit for the JetBlue culture, that is, exhibit the JetBlue values of Safety, Caring, Integrity, Passion and Fun
Must fulfill safety accountabilities as prescribed by JetBlue’s Safety Management System
Promote JetBlue’s #1 value of safety as a Safety Ambassador, supporting JetBlue’s Safety Management System (SMS) components, Safety Policy and behavioral standards
Identify safety and/or security concerns, issues, incidents or hazards that should be reported and report them whenever possible and by any means necessary including JetBlue’s confidential reporting systems (Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) or Safety Action Report(SAR))
Responsible for adhering to all applicable laws, regulations (FAA, OSHA, DOT, etc.) and Company policies, procedures and risk controls
Uphold JetBlue’s safety performance metric goals and understand how they relate to their duties and responsibilities
The use of ChatGPT or any other automated tool during the interview process will disqualify a candidate from being considered for the position.

Equipment:

Computer and other office equipment
Occasionally evaluate Minimum Equipment List (MEL/CDL/NEF) procedures on aircraft or simulator.

Work Environment:

Traditional office environment

Physical Effort:

Generally not required, or up to 10 pounds occasionally, 0 pounds frequently. (Sedentary)

Compensation:

The base pay range for this position is between $72,000.00 and $118,400.00 per year. Base pay is one component of JetBlue’s total compensation package, which may also include access to healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan and company match, crewmember stock purchase plan, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, free space available travel on JetBlue, and more.

Job Ident #: 57524

Company Details

jetBlue Airways

27-01 Queens Plaza North
Long Island City, New York 11101 USA
www.jetblue.com

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Benefits:
Competitive Medical, Dental, Life Insurance. Excellent flight benefits.

Supported Manufacturers:
Airbus Embraer

Supported Models:
A320 E190

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Job Info

Location

Long Island City, New York, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

jetBlue Airways

27-01 Queens Plaza North
Long Island City, New York 11101 USA
www.jetblue.com