Accessory Maintenance Technician

For over 65 years, Columbia Helicopters has been a trusted provider of heavy-lift helicopter services. We create new aircraft, fly heavy-lift helicopters around the world, and provide maintenance support to ensure you are mission-ready for critical operations. If you are passionate about aviation, join our Columbia Family!

About the role

The Accessory Maintenance Technician performs overhaul, repair, and testing of turbine engine accessories.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret maintenance manuals or other technical data to determine the feasibility and method to perform the assigned tasks.
• Clean and inspect engine components and component parts for damage and wear using visual examination and special tooling and equipment.
• Follow shop standard work procedures for clean up and equipment preventive maintenance.
• Replace or repair damaged or worn accessory component parts using general hand tools, special tools, pneumatic tools, and precision measuring equipment. Assemble components with same tools and equipment.
• Utilize special tools and/or equipment to perform tests and/or checks as required to confirm engine component serviceability.
• Properly document all inspection findings and work performed/corrective action in the appropriate maintenance records to meet established standards.
• Maintain work areas and tools in a clean and organized manner, practice proper tool and FOD control.
• Perform work safely and utilize the appropriate technical data for the assigned task.
• Monitor and support continuous improvement activities by utilizing Lean and continuous improvement tools striving to identify and eliminate waste in all its forms in an effort to improve quality and safety, decrease lead time, and reduce cost.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; further education or technical training is preferred.
• 3+ years’ mechanical experience and a strong aptitude for acquiring new mechanical skills and knowledge.
• Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license preferred (Airframe license is equivalent to 1 year experience; Powerplant license is equivalent to 1 year experience; A&P license is equivalent to 2 years’ experience).
• Experience in turbine engine overhaul or engine component overhaul preferred.
• Documented military or commercial turbine engine maintenance and/or component maintenance training preferred.
• Training and experience utilizing Lean methods in a production environment.
• Ability to locate, read, and follow the technical data appropriate for the assigned task.
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment and hand tools appropriate to the assigned tasks.
• Ability to work overtime and/or weekends as assigned dependent on production needs.
• Ability to work in a shop environment or work outdoors locally or in remote locations as needed for customer support.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

At Columbia, we believe great people do their best work when they feel supported, challenged, and valued. We’re more than a workplace, we’re a team built on trust, collaboration, and a shared commitment to doing meaningful work.

• Competitive Pay & Strong Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial wellness, and work–life balance. Depending on your role, this may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plans with company contributions, paid time off, and employee wellness resources.
• Growth & Career Development: We invest in our people. From training and development opportunities to internal mobility and leadership support, Columbia encourages continuous learning and long-term career growth.
• Purpose-Driven Culture: Your work matters here. Every role contributes to our broader mission, and we believe in empowering employees to make an impact, share ideas, and help shape the future of the company.
• A Team That Has Your Back: We foster a collaborative, inclusive environment where people are respected, encouraged, and supported. You’ll work alongside talented teammates who care about doing great work, and doing it together.