Senior Aircraft Sheet Metal Tech – Helicopter Assembly

GTR Link; Columbus, Northern (MS, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Airbus Helicopters, Inc. in Columbus, MS is seeking a Senior Aircraft Sheetmetal Technician to join the New Helicopter Completions team. You will work on aircraft, assemblies and parts in the sheet metal area, conducting installation, fitting, and riveting of sub-assemblies for UH-72A Lakota and H-125 aircraft.

This temporary contract position is filled by a third-party vendor and may extend or shorten as needed. English reading/writing is required, and some A&P license experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six (6) years related experience; some experience may be substituted for education normally acquired in the attainment of an A&P license or a degree directly related to aircraft sheet metal or composite.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches and diagrams, and apply standard shop practices in fabrication and repair of aircraft structures and repairs.
• Current Airframe or Powerplant license is a plus but not required.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English

Responsibilities

• Read detailed plans/diagrams and inspect/measure parts before assembly for defects and correct size.
• Install sheet metal parts and assemblies in aircraft without compromising structure or systems operation.
• Fit and assemble skins, frames and sub-assemblies including tail booms and stabilizers.
• Work with inspectors to run tests ensuring proper assembly

Skills

Blueprints reading

English proficiency

Education

A&P license (preferred)

Job description

Airbus Helicopters, Inc. in Columbus, MS is seeking a Senior Aircraft Sheetmetal Technician to join the New Helicopter Completions team. You will work on aircraft, assemblies and parts in the sheet metal area, conducting installation, fitting, and riveting of sub-assemblies for UH-72A Lakota and H-125 aircraft.

This temporary contract position is filled by a third-party vendor and may extend or shorten as needed. English reading/writing is required, and some A&P license experience is a plus.