Job description
POSITION SUMMARY
The Field Technical Representative provides both remote and on-site technical and operational support for Embraer Executive Aircraft, ensuring fleet safety, availability, and performance. This role is based in the U.S. (Dallas, TX) and will act as a key technical member of Embraerโs Customer Care Center located in Brazil.
JOB RESPONSIBLITIES
- Provide technical support (troubleshooting and technical clarification) to customers remotely or on-site with a focus on returning the aircraft to service safely and on a timely manner.
- Coordinate resolution and be the point of contact for escalated customer issues, liaising across Embraer departments (CRM, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain) with urgency and precision.
- Manage and respond to AOG (Aircraft on Ground) and routine maintenance inquiries, ensuring timely solutions.
- Analyze and validate aircraft technical data, including CMC (Central Maintenance Computer), OMS (Onboard Maintenance System), FDR (Flight Data Recorder) and component-level NVM (Non-Volatile Memory), as applicable.
- Built strong partnerships with CAMs (Customer Account Managers) with a focus on Key Accounts (specially CFD โ Corporate Flight Departments).
- Provide 24⁄7 customer support via phone and email, including rotational shift and on-call availability.
- Be proactive with Key Account Customers (specially CFD) by understanding their operation and providing customized recommendations, such as service bulletins, manuals, technical documents, and maintenance publications to guide appropriate customer actions.
- Develop technical solutions for admissible repairs, temporary repairs, and ferry flights.
- Lead and support internal projects aimed at improving processes within the Customer Care Center.
- Monitor and drive improvements in key performance indicators (KPIs) for the Customer Care Center.
- Collaborate with internal teams to propose preventive or corrective solutions based on technical analysis.
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Education:
- BA degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline is preferred.
Experience:
- At least 5 years of experience in technical support within the aviation / aeronautical industry.
- Additional work experience in field service support, training and customer relations/ service functions is preferred.
- Technical knowledge of Embraer Executive aircraft is a differentiation for this role.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Solid technical knowledge in one or more aeronautical systems technologies (e.g. Avionics, Flight Controls, Fuel, Communications, Electrical, Hydraulics, Landing Gear, Propulsion).
- Ability to interpret and read technical standards and drawings.
- Experience on aircraft systems troubleshooting (root cause analysis), including CMC, OMS, FDR and/or NVM analysis.
- Experience in aircraft operation and maintenance.
- Knowledge of maintenance and operations manuals (AMM, FIM, WDM, SB, AIPC, MEL, etc.).
- Proficient with computer and mobile platforms (including the Office suite), Web and E-mail Tools.
- Good analytical and technical abilities.
- Effective verbal and written communication.
- Good presentation skills.
- Detail oriented and focused on customersโ needs.
- Flexible and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Team player, collaborative and able to listen to teamโs needs.
- Negotiation techniques.
- Ability to perform under pressure.
- Possess and applies knowledge of principles and practices in their work assignments which typically are moderately complex in nature.
Working Conditions / Environment/ Special Requirements
- Flexibility to work shifts, including on-call hours (during business days and weekends/holidays).
- Availability for short and long-term travel (planned or unplanned).
- Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including, OSHA, EPA, State and Federal regulations
- Ensure employment law, work security/safety rules, and company policy and procedures compliance.
GENERAL COMMITMENT FOR ALL EMPLOYEES
- Commitment to company values and complies with department norms, policies, directives, and procedures. ENS, company policies and procedures.
- Incorporates Lean and P3E (Embraer Business Excellence Program) processes and concepts into daily activities.
- Strive for continuous improvement to processes and procedures.
- Honors and protect confidential and proprietary documents and information.
- Satisfies work schedule requirements.
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by the employee. Performs other duties as assigned.
Embraer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.