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Airbus Helicopters is looking for Lead Composite Technician A to join our Mechanical and Paint team based in Columbus, MS. You will be one of the eads assigned sections and performs assigned work in support of the aircraft production line. This position is responsible for the execution of all composite activity within assigned area. Delegates and performs inspection of delegated composite work. Drives work performance of the technicians in the assigned area to ensure schedule and hour’s goals are met. Raises issues and communicates/works to resolve daily challenges with all other departments.
Job Responsibility:
Team Leadership: 50%
Ensure compliance with FAA, company policy, OSHA, safety and environmental regulations
Assess schedule dates taking into account parts, technician availability and collaborate with the supervisor accordingly
Assist with planning and prioritize the workload of the assigned section to ensure on time delivery of aircraft according with the delivery schedules
Control, assign workforce and monitor workflow according to schedules
Assist supervisor in drumbeating the section activity in order to reach (OTD) On Time Delivery
Raise any identified risk of not meeting a delivery date for an order of the assigned section supervisor following the defined communication process
Identify missing components that could prevent to meet a delivery date and work on solutions
Define when is the latest day we could receive the latest part in order to still meet the committed date
Technical : 30%
Provide Technical Expertise and Recommendations in support of all aircraft composite installations
Perform composite aircraft work
Inspect completed composite work
Perform rework as required
Documentation/Compliance: 20%
Use and interpret various forms of Aircraft Documentation in order to complete electrical work
Engineering Drawings
Fiche Technique
Work Orders
Vendor drawings and documentation
Aircraft Maintenance Manual
Part certification paperwork (EASA/FAA)
Testing Procedures
Support management (Manager and Supervisor) in providing feedback on workload/capacity adequacy
Support management (Manager and Supervisor) in identifying training needs in order to adjust capacity to workload
Guide aircraft technicians and provide performance expectations within assigned area
Train assigned technicians regarding techniques of work performance within assigned area
Make sure training Matrix is updated for the technicians in their section
Attend regular routine meetings and report relevant section activity or issues
Approve timecards when required
Perform supervisor functions in absence when required
Requirements:
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Minimum eight (8) years of composite experience with two (2) of the eight (8) as a senior technician or equivalent
US Person under ITAR definition (U.S. Citizen, green card holder or person covered under our existing ITAR license)
Physical Requirements: Onsite: 90%
Vision: able to see and read computer screens and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings
Hearing: able to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on the production floor including safety warnings or alarms
Speaking: able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications
Equipment Operation: able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts
Carrying: able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs
Lifting: able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs
Pushing / Pulling: able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools
Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on the computer
Squatting / Kneeling: able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving
Standing: able to stand for discussions in offices or on the production floor
Travel: able to travel independently and at short notice
Walking: able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces
Personal Protective Equipment required: Required PPE includes, but is not limited to, Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Respirators/Masks, and/or Protective Gloves as required by site and/or customer site
Nice to have:
Some trade school
Minimum ten (10) years composite experience
FAA Power plant or Airframe and Power plant certificate or equivalent
What we offer:
Financial Rewards: Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”)
Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program
Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages
Individual Development: Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility