Senior Aircraft Sheetmetal Tech – Contract, On-site

Airbus Helicopters; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus Helicopters is seeking a Senior Aircraft Sheetmetal Technician to join the New Helicopter Completions team in Columbus, MS. This temporary contract role involves performing work on aircraft, assemblies and parts in the sheet metal area, with potential extension by a third-party vendor.

Candidates should have at least six years of related experience and a potential A&P license or related degree. Proficiency in reading blueprints and English is required or strongly preferred.

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 the fabrication and repair modifications 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 and diagrams and inspect and measure parts prior to assembly, making sure parts are free of defects and are the right size.
• Install Sheet metal parts and assemblies in aircraft; assure that installations are attached without endangering aircraft structure or systems operations and functions.
• Fitting and assembling skins, frames, and other components. Work will consist of drilling, fitting, and riveting of the many sub-assemblies of the helicopter, including such items as tail booms and stabilizers.
• Work with inspectors to run tests to determine whether the parts are assembled properly.

Skills

Blueprint reading

English proficiency

Inspect and measure parts

Education

A&P license or related degree

Job description

Airbus Helicopters is seeking a Senior Aircraft Sheetmetal Technician to join the New Helicopter Completions team in Columbus, MS. This temporary contract role involves performing work on aircraft, assemblies and parts in the sheet metal area, with potential extension by a third-party vendor.

Candidates should have at least six years of related experience and a potential A&P license or related degree. Proficiency in reading blueprints and English is required or strongly preferred.