Helicopter A&P Mechanic — Rotary-Wing Expert

Axxeum, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Axxeum, Inc. in Huntsville, AL seeks an A&P Mechanic specialized in helicopter maintenance. The role covers inspections, repairs and alterations in Part 145/135 settings, focusing on medium-lift helicopters from MD, Bell and Leonardo/Augusta.

You will work Monday-Friday with surge hours when needed, mentor junior technicians, and ensure FAA-compliant records. Requires 5+ years rotary-wing experience and an A&P certificate.

Qualifications

• Must have five (5) years of experience in rotary wing maintenance, civil and or military.
• Must have Aviation mechanic certificate with Airframe and Power Plant (AandP) ratings.
• Must have experience returning aircraft to service IAW part 43 using OEM logbooks or aftermarket maintenance software.
• MD 500 experience highly desired.
• Inspection Authorization is a plus.
• At least one (1) year of experience working in a part 145 Repair Station.
• Avionics installation and troubleshooting experience including autopilots, GPS, Radios, and communication equipment desired.
• Experience performing with 411 and 91.413 inspections desired.
• Should have High School Diploma or equivalent; Technical or Military School is desired.
• Must be capable of passing a drug screen and is subject to random drug tests under Axxeum's Air Carrier and Air Agency Certificate.
• Must have working knowledge of aviation publications including electronic manuals, drawings, blueprints, diagrams, and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Inspects and repairs aircraft, components, and systems per FAA regulations, OEM manuals, and Axxeum's Part 145 RSQCM.
• Provides lower-level technicians guidance in aircraft repair and technical inspection techniques and procedures, according to directives, technical manuals, work standards, and operational policies.
• Prepares evaluations, special reports, and records pertaining to aircraft maintenance repair and related activities.
• Troubleshoots malfunctions in aircraft systems and subsystems including but not limited to instrumentation, avionics, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti-icing, hydraulics, engines, auxiliary power unit, ventilation, and heating systems.
• Update and maintain maintenance manuals, service bulletins, parts books, regulatory updates, and other technical directives.
• Assist in coordinating, ordering, shipping, receiving of parts, supplies, tools, and warranty claims parts.
• Clean and maintain interior and exterior of aircraft.
• Assist in coordination of aircraft maintenance schedules.
• Maintain upkeep of work area, materials, and tools.
• Prepare and maintain documentation related to work activities in accordance with regulations and policy.
• Ensure all maintenance is accomplished and documented correctly IAW FAA regulations.
• Regularly utilizes hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment.
• Work may require international travel.
• Performs other tasks as needed.

Education

Aviation mechanic certificate with Airframe and Power Plant (A&P) ratings

Job description

Axxeum, Inc. in Huntsville, AL seeks an A&P Mechanic specialized in helicopter maintenance. The role covers inspections, repairs and alterations in Part 145/135 settings, focusing on medium-lift helicopters from MD, Bell and Leonardo/Augusta.

You will work Monday-Friday with surge hours when needed, mentor junior technicians, and ensure FAA-compliant records. Requires 5+ years rotary-wing experience and an A&P certificate.