Senior Electrical Aircraft Technician - H125 FAL (Contract)

Airbus Helicopters, Inc.; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus Helicopters, Inc. in Columbus, MS is seeking a Senior Electrical Aircraft Technician to join the H125 Final Assembly Line.

You will perform assembly, installation, repair and testing of electrical/electronic components on rotorcraft, ensuring quality, safety and compliance with FAA and customer requirements. This contract position is staffed by a third‑party vendor and may be extended or shortened as needed.

Qualifications

• At least six years of avionics work on aircraft, preferably rotorcraft.
• Ability to read blueprints, sketches and diagrams and apply standard shop practices in fabrication and repair of aircraft structures.
• Able to independently assess wiring issues and install components.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Familiarity with common aviation tooling.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, repair or replace aircraft electrical/electronic components.
• Maintain close working relationship with assigned lead regarding schedules, priorities, parts, supplies and tools.
• Read from blueprints, sketches and service manuals to meet specifications.
• Use standard and specialized hand tools, power equipment and test equipment.
• Ensure completed work complies with FAA regulations and company specs.
• Coordinate with departments regarding materials, equipment and job schedules.

Skills

Avionics experience

Blueprint interpretation

Wiring analysis

English proficiency

Tools

Aviation tooling

Job description

Job Description:

Airbus Helicopters is looking for an Senior Electrical Aircraft Technician to join our H125 Final Assembly Line 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.

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.

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:

On the eastern border of Mississippi you'll find Columbus, home to our Helicopter manufacturing and assembly lines and Center of Excellence for the entire North America region. It's here that we produce the UH-72A Lakota Helicopters for the U.S. Army in addition to the H-125 aircraft for civil and commercial customers.

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and accessibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

Your challenges:

• 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.

Your boarding pass:

• 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:

• Onsite or remote: 98% Onsite
• Vision: able to see and read computer screens and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings. Daily
• 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. Daily
• Speaking: able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications. Daily
• 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. Daily
• Carrying: able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 60lbs/27kgs. Daily
• Lifting: able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 60lbs/27kgs. Daily
• Pushing / Pulling: able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools. Daily
• Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on the computer. Daily
• 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. Daily
• Standing: able to stand for discussions in offices or on the production floor. Daily
• Travel: able to travel independently and at short notice. Several times yearly
• Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents): able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces. Daily
• 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)

A full job description will be provided to candidates who progress to the interview stage or any candidate upon request.

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 Helicopters, Inc.

Employment Type:

Agency / Temporary

Experience Level:

Professional

Remote Type:

On-site

Job Family:

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