--- title: 'Structures Repair Engineer at Allegiant' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/structures-repair-engineer-allegiant-las-vegas-kvtwhs3kes0p' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-10' --- # Structures Repair Engineer at Allegiant - **Company:** Allegiant - **Location:** Las Vegas, NV - **Compensation:** $80k–$100k - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** onsite - **Posted:** 2026-08-05 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-10 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/allegiantair/4d2269d4-cc93-446b-897d-4c3e0634e8c9 ## Job description Summary The Structures Engineer is responsible for maintaining the structural health and continued airworthiness of the airline’s in-service fleet. The Structures Engineer accomplishes this through supporting fleet projects, Major and Minor structural repairs, reliability initiatives, and Major and Minor alterations to support company initiatives and regulatory requirements. The Structures Engineer develops and maintains engineering documentation, reviews proposed modifications and repairs for regulatory and company compliance, coordinates alterations and repairs with OEM and FAA representatives, provides support to line and heavy maintenance personnel. Visa Sponsorship Available: No ## Minimum Requirements Combination of Education and Experience will be considered. Must be authorized to work in the US as defined by the Immigration Act of 1986. Must pass a Criminal Background Check. Education: Bachelor’s Degree Education Details: In a related field. Years of Experience: Minimum five (5) years of experience in the following: Airline Engineering, MRO engineering or OEM MRB environment. •Experience in developing structural repairs on Airbus and/or Boeing aircraft. •Experience with Airbus and/or Boeing Drawing system, SRM, CMM, CML, PMS, OEM Service Bulletins, Airworthiness Directives and Airbusworld and/or MyBoeingFleet. •Experience performing general stress analysis to determine faster bearing, shear out, Joint Strength, repair splice and doubler sizing. •Experience contacting OEM for support. This includes: Creating damage reports using photos, drawings, and SRM sections, clearly communicating the issue to the OEM, developing a suitable repair process, clearly stating the process to the OEM and requesting approval, communicating all relevant information to the OEM to reduce number of messages and obtain an approval in the shortest amount of time. •Experience in the preparation of engineering modification and repair documentations to provide to technicians at various Line and MRO facilities. •Experience in assisting maintenance technicians to evaluate damage accurately per the SRM. •Experience in making a correct major/minor determination and identifying what is being classified as major or minor. •Experience in developing substantiation reports to justify modification and repair designs. ## Preferred Requirements •A319/A320 Structural repair and alteration development experience. •B737 Max Structural repair and alteration development experience. •Prior experience in Liaison Engineering at a Commercial Airline. •Experience developing Engineering documentation from FAA and OEM documents. Job Duties •Ensures that all structural repairs/alterations performed to the aircraft are properly classified and supported by appropriate documentation. •Ensures that structural repairs/alterations accomplished are appropriate and necessary. •Ensures that the type of repairs accomplished to the aircraft align with Allegiant standards for repair. •Ensures that repairs/alterations accomplished during a maintenance visit have negligible to zero impact to the in-service fleet. •Ensures that any follow up actions are properly documented on engineering paperwork and captured in the Allegiant system. •Creates Engineering Documentation to capture repairs/alteration accomplishment instructions. •Creates Substantiation Reports to justify alterations and repairs accomplished. •Obtains OEM or FAA approvals for alterations and repairs accomplished. •Travels to MRO’s and Allegiant maintenance bases to train personnel on the Allegiant Engineering processes and documentation. •Travels to MRO’s to survey aircraft for repetitive repairs, development of typical repairs, review structural reliability issues. •Communicates with OEM to obtain alteration and repair approvals, seek advice for new issues, and provide damage reports and data. •Other duties as assigned. Physical Requirements The Physical Demands and Work Environment described here are a representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role. Office - While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, see, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, keyboard, printer, and phone. May be required to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 20 lbs. May be required to work various shifts/days in a 24-hour situation. Regular attendance is a requirement of the role. Exposure to moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones, printers, and foot traffic), temperature and light fluctuations. Ability to work in a confined area as well as the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. Some travel may be a requirement of the role. Essential Services Provider Allegiant as a national air carrier is deemed an essential service provider during declared national and state emergencies. Team Members will be required to report to their assigned trip or work location during national and state emergencies unless prohibited by local, state or federal order. ## EEO Statement We welcome all individuals from varied backgrounds and experiences to apply. Our company values the unique perspectives and talents that each person brings to our team. Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran For more information, see https://allegiantair.jobs Full Time Benefits: Profit Sharing Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/ Disability Insurance Medical Travel Reimbursement Legal, Identity and Pet Insurance 401K with an employer match Employee Stock Purchase Plan Employee Assistance Program Flight Benefits Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time Part Time Benefits: Profit Sharing Medical Travel Reimbursement Legal, Identity and Pet Insurance 401K with an employer match Employee Stock Purchase Plan Employee Assistance Program Flight Benefits Sick time ## About Allegiant ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Allegiant Air is a U.S. ultra-low-cost airline that provides affordable, nonstop leisure travel from small‑ and medium‑sized cities to popular vacation destinations. - **Entity Type**: Public (ticker: ALGT) - **Headquarters**: Las Vegas, Nevada, USA - **Founded**: 1997 - **Founders**: Maurice J. Gallagher Jr. (Chairman/CEO) and others ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Commercial aviation (airline operations) - **Target customers**: B2C leisure travelers, especially those in underserved smaller cities looking for affordable vacations - **Mission or purpose statement**: “Making leisure travel affordable and convenient” – low‑fares, nonstop all‑jet service with a complete travel experience. ## Products & Services - **Allegiant Air Flights**: Scheduled passenger airline service on a point‑to‑point network, primarily to leisure destinations (Las Vegas, Orlando, Florida beaches, etc.). All‑jet fleet including Airbus A319, A320, and A320neo. - **Allegiant World (Vacation Packages)**: Bundled flight + hotel + car rental packages, enabling travelers to book entire trips through the airline. - **Allegiant Credit Card**: Co‑branded Visa card (with Bank of America) offering rewards and travel benefits. - **Ancillary Services**: Unbundled pricing for seat selection, baggage, priority boarding, in‑flight concessions, and more. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Approximately **$2.2 billion** (as of September 2025). (Market cap fluctuates; check latest for exact figure.) - **Key Metric (Public)**: **Annual Revenue** – $2.61 billion (FY 2024); net income of $122 million. - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Public shareholders; no single lead investor (public company). Industry partners include Airbus, GE, and major airport authorities. - **Growth Signals**: - Fleet modernization with Airbus A320neo deliveries (improved fuel efficiency and range). - Expansion of route network into new smaller cities (e.g., added 20+ new routes in 2024). - Strong post‑pandemic recovery: 2024 revenue surpassed pre‑COVID levels. - Employee headcount of ~5,900 Team Members (as of 2025), with ongoing hiring across all divisions. ## Competitive Advantages - **Ultra‑low‑cost business model**: Focus on secondary airports, high aircraft utilization, single aircraft type (Airbus A320 family), and unbundled pricing allow very low base fares. - **Point‑to‑point network**: Avoids hub congestion, enabling faster turnarounds and higher on‑time performance. - **Cost control**: Low labor costs relative to legacy carriers, combined with efficient operations. - **Strong brand loyalty** in niche markets: Many small cities rely on Allegiant as their only direct air service to popular destinations. ## Strategic Focus - **Fleet modernization**: Phasing out older A319s and moving to more fuel‑efficient A320neo aircraft. - **Ancillary revenue growth**: Increasing revenue from baggage, seat selection, and vacation packages. - **Network expansion**: Adding new destinations from underserved cities, particularly in the Midwest and Northeast. - **Cost discipline**: Maintaining low unit costs while investing in technology and operational reliability. - **Sustainability initiatives**: Exploring SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) and carbon offset programs, though not yet a major focus. ## Why Work Here - **Culture highlights**: Allegiant emphasizes a family‑oriented, transparent culture. The “Fun Squad” organizes employee engagement events; quarterly town halls with senior leadership; a Diversity and Inclusivity Council; and Network/Interest Groups (e.g., Women in Aviation, Veterans). - **Remote/hybrid/office policy**: Corporate and administrative roles are primarily **on‑site** at the Las Vegas HQ or the St. Paul, MN office. Some remote opportunities exist for certain corporate positions. Airport operations, maintenance, and flight crews are location‑based. - **Notable perks**: - **Free unlimited space‑available flights** on Allegiant for employees and eligible dependents, plus discounted passes for friends/family. - **Profit sharing** and **company‑matched 401(k)** with immediate vesting. - **Employee Stock Purchase Program**. - **Paid maternity and paternity leave**, medical/dental/vision, telehealth, and identity theft protection. - **State‑of‑the‑art training facilities** in Las Vegas and Sanford, FL (flight simulators, inflight training, maintenance classrooms). - **Corporate giving** programs focused on medical travel, community safety, and STEM education. - **Engineering/tech culture**: The airline uses AI tools in hiring (e.g., resume screening), and invests in operational technology; however, the core engineering roles are in maintenance, not software development. Data analytics and customer intelligence teams exist (e.g., Manager, Customer Intelligence & Analytics). ## Sources 1. [Allegiant Air Careers – About Us](https://www.allegiantair.jobs/about-us/) 2. [Allegiant Air – Corporate Overview](https://www.allegiantair.com/about-allegiant) 3. [Allegiant Air – All Jobs / Lever Careers](https://jobs.lever.co/allegiantair) 4. [Allegiant Air – Just the Facts (Investor Relations)](https://ir.allegiantair.com/overview/default.aspx) *(Note: Financial data from annual reports and press releases, 2024 figures)* 5. [Yahoo Finance – Allegiant Travel Co. 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