Technical Representative

Leonardo Helicopters; Broussard (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Leonardo Helicopters in Louisiana seeks a Technical Representative to coordinate and manage technical activities for AWPC Civil/Commercial/Military customers. Based in Louisiana, you will maintain fleet status, visit customers, provide on-site technical support, and coordinate with global teams.

You will need a BA/BS or higher, 10 years aviation experience with at least 5 years hands-on helicopter work, strong communication, and travel on short notice. SAP/CRM familiarity is preferred.

Qualifications

• 10 years of aviation experience with at least 5 years hands‑on helicopter experience.
• Civil / Commercial customer support experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities.
• Customer oriented.
• Negotiation skills.
• Inter‑cultural awareness and ability to build relationships.
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Able to travel on short notices (including overseas).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage all technical activities for the assigned area for AWPC Civil/Commercial/Military customers.
• Maintain updated status of the Leonardo fleet and customers within the area.
• Visit customers periodically and provide on‑site technical assistance.
• Provide classroom instruction upon request by Leonardo.
• Travel frequently to support customers and company requirements.
• Support warranty and spare parts departments on technical subjects.
• Ensure information flow within CS&S and related departments.

Skills

Aviation experience

Customer relationship

Inter-cultural communication

Negotiation skills

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Education

BA/BS degree or higher

High School diploma

Tools

SAP/CRM

Job description

LOCATION: Louisiana

Job Description

This role involves coordinating and managing all technical activities for the assigned area, supporting the AWPC Civil/Commercial/Military customers.

Responsibilities

• The Technical Representative (TR), is responsible in coordinating and managing all the technical activities in their assigned area for the AWPC supported Civil/Commercial/Military Customer, reporting directly to the Senior Manager, Technical Representatives.
• Maintain updated status of the Leonardo fleet and customers within the assigned area.
• Visit customers periodically or when needed, and maintain continuous contact to ensure the product is operated correctly and within the prescribed safety standard, and to ensure the confidence of the customer and Leonardo.
• Resolve all technical questions/issues raised by the customers, and provide technical advice and on‑the‑job training as requested/assigned.
• Bring the company product technical expertise and provide prompt technical on‑site assistance to technical issues directly at the assigned customers’ premises.
• Submit reports on customers’ activity periodically and make timely submittal of discrepancy, malfunction, trip and contact reports.
• Perform special hands‑on operations, such as inspections, modifications, Service Bulletins, etc. only on request from Leonardo.
• Coordinate with the international team of TR to share and analyze common problems, bring into the company functions the in‑service experience of our customers, and implement common solutions to solve common issues, standardize the interaction process and improve overall Customer Satisfaction.
• Provide continuous feedback on the accuracy of the company technical publications, continuous improvement.
• Support the Leonardo Warranty and Spare parts department on technical related subjects.
• Provide classroom instruction upon request by Leonardo.
• Assure information flow within CS&S, including interdepartmental activities across Product Support Engineering, Materials, CSM, Maintenance Service, ensuring delivery elements are meeting or exceeding Customer expectations.
• Ensure customers’ data stored in the Company ICT Systems are maintained and periodically updated, leveraging consistent use of the various web‑based system (e.g., SAP, CRM, Leonardo Customer Portal, B2B Systems).
• Assist Sales department in support of Demo activity in assigned geographical area.
• Support External Relations and Exhibits for all shows in our geographical region, including support on moving in/out of aircraft and assembly/disassembly of aircraft for exhibits.
• Provide support to P145 as needed to complete company objectives and goals.
• Travel frequently on short‑notice to support customers and company requirements, including weekends and holidays.
• Comply and execute any action program suggested by the immediate supervisor regarding intelligence gathering and the promotion of Leonardo programs throughout the assigned area.
• Perform other duties and fulfill other responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Qualification
  • High School diploma or equivalent, BA/BS degree highly desired.
• Experience Level
  • 10 years of aviation experience with at least 5 years of hands‑on helicopter experience.
  • Civil / Commercial customer support experience.
  • Excellent oral and written communication abilities.
  • Customer oriented.
  • Negotiation skills.
  • Inter‑cultural awareness, ability to create and maintain relationships.
  • Strong problem solving and troubleshooting abilities.
  • Tenacious and pro‑active.
  • Well organized and adaptable with a flexible approach.
  • Able to work in a dynamic environment.
  • Able to work under pressure, handling critical, and emergency situations to meet Customer deadlines.
  • Able and willing to travel on short notices (including overseas).
• Technical skills
  • Knowledge and experience on Leonardo helicopters preferred.
  • FAA Airframe and Powerplant License preferred.
• Languages
  • English.
• IT skills
  • Microsoft Office Suites (Outlook, Excel, Powerpoint, Word, etc.).
  • SAP/CRM.
• Soft Skills
  • Team player.
  • Customer orientated.
  • Excellent and effective communication skills.
  • Personable.