Flight Line Mechanic (Contract)

Prestwick Aerosystems; Alabama; On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus Americas, Inc. in Mobile, AL is seeking a Flightline Mechanic to perform functional tests, pre/post-flight inspections and troubleshooting to prepare aircraft for test flights and delivery.

You will operate test equipment and interpret manuals to support tasks and ensure quality standards. The role requires a minimum of 3 years in aviation, a valid Airframe License, and willingness to work a rotation shift that includes evenings, weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• 3 years minimum aviation experience in manufacturing or MRO preferred.
• Valid Airframe License.
• Willingness to work a rotation shift including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Must possess or obtain a passport for travel to Canada.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot malfunctions, rigs, repairs, and replace aircraft structures and systems of moderate difficulty.
• Maintain and rework aircraft components including landing gear, flight surfaces, hydraulics, pneumatics and fuel systems.
• Perform daily aircraft maintenance and prepare documentation per procedures.

Skills

Aviation experience

Airframe license

Shift rotation

Passport for travel

Vocational/Technical credential

Education

Vocational/Technical School Credential

Job description

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Job Description

Airbus US Manufacturing Facility is looking for a Flightline Mechanic to join our Manufacturing department based in Mobile, AL The Flightline Mechanic is responsible for performing Functional Test Procedure, Pre & Post Flight inspection to prepare built aircraft for test flight and delivery readiness. This would include troubleshooting, repairing and inspecting aircraft systems using approved aircraft data. The Flightline Mechanic would proficiently operate and understand a wide variety of test equipment and tooling. The Mechanic must have the ability to interpret technical manuals, drawing and engineering data to support tasks.

Meet the team

From building to servicing the next generation of aerospace, our team focuses on quality, productivity and efficiency. We ensure the highest quality of care and safety is built into each aircraft we assemble and maintain. Our team members make it happen.

Your working environment

Nearby on 'Airbus Way' you will find the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility for commercial aircraft. Opened at the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley in 2015, the facility produces A320 Family aircraft and added a second product line for the A220 in 2019. The facility, which strengthens the U.S. aerospace industry, is part of Airbus' strategy to enhance its global competitiveness by meeting the growing needs of its customers in the United States and beyond.

Your challenges

• Troubleshoot malfunctions, rigs, repairs, replacement aircraft structures, components and aircraft systems of moderate difficulty.
• Maintain and rework Aircraft Components including but not limited to landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti-icing, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and ventilation.
• Servicing, repair cabin interior components.
• Prepare documentation in accordance with company procedure.
• Perform day to day aircraft maintenance.
• Experience with Refuel/Defuel, Aircraft Jack and Tow.

Your boarding pass

• 3 years minimum aviation experience, preferably in an aviation manufacturing or MRO environment.
• Valid Airframe License.
• Must be willing to work Rotation shift schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid passport which allows unrestricted travel to Canada.
• Vocational/Technical School Credential.

Physical Requirements

Vision: adequate to enter and read material on computer screens. Able to identify individuals to initiate greetings, the giving of directions and other business interactions. Hearing: able to hear sufficiently to engage in conversation in office settings Able to hear alerts and warning signals. Speaking: able to engage in conversations in person and via electronic means and deliver information to groups of varying size with or without amplification. Equipment Operation: Able to operate a wide range of personal and office electronic equipment. Carrying: able to occasionally carry up to 30lbs while engaging in training, addressing production issues or as part of continuous improvement projects. Lifting: able to occasionally lift up to 50lbs. Pushing/Pulling: able to push/pull items in office areas and on the shop floor. Sitting: able to sit for extended periods of time at the computer and in meetings. Squatting/Kneeling: able to occasionally squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items shelved on bottom shelves. Standing: able to stand for extended periods of time delivering information. Travel: able to travel domestically and internationally for short periods. Walking: able to walk through office and production areas, around flight lines and airstrip sometimes on uneven indoor and/or outdoor surfaces.

Citizenship Authorized to Work in the US without sponsorship

This position is a temporary (contract) position with no specific time period but could be extended or shortened as needed.

Contractors are employed by a 3rd party vendor and placed on assignment to Airbus in America.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company

Airbus Americas, Inc.

Employment Type

Agency / Temporary

Experience Level

Entry Level

Remote Type

On-site

Job Family

Flight line

Airbus provides equal opportunities to all individuals seeking assignment with Airbus without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status.

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Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world.

The Company constantly innovates to provide efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services.

In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers modern and fuel-efficient airliners and associated services.

Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses.

In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions and services worldwide.

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