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Airbus Helicopters is looking for an Senior Aircraft Technician (Electrical) to join our H125 team based in Columbus, MS. You will be part of the team to perform work on assigned aircraft or parts in the avionics function. Tasks include fabrication, repair, and installation of aircraft parts, maintenance and repair of helicopters and support of helicopter specific programs. Also performing assembly, installation, repair or replacement of aircraft electrical/electronic components and systems in the manufacture, maintenance or refurbishing of aircraft and function check of components.
Job Responsibility:
Perform assembly, installation, repair or replacement of aircraft electrical/electronic components and systems in the manufacturing of aircraft
Maintain close working relationship with assigned lead person with regard to schedules, priorities, availability of parts, supplies and tools, and special instructions as required
Perform work from blueprints, sketches, vendor and service manuals, and other source data to obtain dimensions, locations, alignment, tolerances and other specification requirements
Use a variety of standard and specialized hand tools, power equipment, measuring devices and test equipment in completing work assignments
Assure that completed work complies with FAA regulations, customer requirements, and company specifications
Coordinate with various departments regarding requirements for materials, supplies, equipment and job schedules
Complete forms and records pertaining to completion of assigned work
Requirements:
Minimum of six (6) years of experience working on avionics in aircraft, preferably rotorcraft
Required Ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches and diagrams, and apply standard shop practices in the fabrication and repair modifications of aircraft structures and repairs
Able to independently assess wiring issues and install components
Must be able to read, write, and speak English
Familiarity with common aviation type tooling
Physical Requirements: 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 (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): 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 60lbs/27kgs
Lifting: able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 60lbs/27kgs
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: must be able to bend, stoop and squat. Must be able to move about freely in areas with moving aircraft and parts
work in areas where exposure to chemicals and fumes will occur
Standing: able to stand for discussions in offices or on the production floor
Travel: able to travel independently and at short notice
Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents): 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
Administrative position only PPE required: Steel-toed shoes are required for all shop floor visits, appropriate hearing/eye protection may also be required when visiting the shop floor
Citizenship: US Person under ITAR definition (U.S. Citizen, green card holder or person covered under our existing ITAR license)
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