Aircraft Electrical Technician A - H145 FAL (2nd shift)

About the role

Airbus Helicopters is seeking an Aircraft Electrical Technician A to join the H145 Final Assembly Line team based in Columbus, MS. The role involves performing work as an Electrical installer in the build-up and fabrication, repair, replacement of aircraft electrical/electronic components and systems in the manufacture, maintenance or refurbishing of aircraft and function check of components to verify proper functioning of components and systems.

Responsibilities

• Apply basic techniques and procedures of electrical installation.
• Read and follow detailed plans, diagrams and different standards in the fabrication of wire harnesses and electrical components.
• Lay-in route wires on form board, tying, lacing and apply appropriate anti-chaff protection.
• Install solder shields, splices, daisy chains and different electronic components such as resistors, capacitors and diodes etc...
• Soldering of connectors, contacts and components.
• Completing forms and records pertaining to completion of assigned work.

Requirements

• Minimum of four (4) years of aircraft electrical or related experience.
• Avionics and Cabling Class (like offered by East Mississippi Community College) is desirable.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Familiarity with common aviation type tooling.

Qualifications

• US Person under ITAR definition (U.S. Citizen, green card holder or person covered under our existing ITAR license).

Skills

• Basic knowledge of electrical installation techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Proficiency in using common aviation type tooling.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary.
• Incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”).
• Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program.
• Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages.
• Individual Development: Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility.

Pay

Competitive base salary with potential for incentive compensation.

Schedule

On-site or remote work, depending on the needs of the project.

Physical Requirements

• Onsite or remote: 95%
• Vision: able to see and read computer screens and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings.
• DailyHearing: 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.
• DailySpeaking: able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications.
• DailyEquipment 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.
• DailyCarrying: able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.
• DailyLifting: able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.
• DailyPushing / Pulling: able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools.
• DailySitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on the computer.
• AnnuallySquatting / Kneeling: able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving.
• DailyStanding: able to stand for discussions in offices or on the production floor.
• DailyTravel: able to travel independently and at short notice.
• Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents): able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.
• DailyPersonal 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.
• DailyAdministrative 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.

Company

Airbus Helicopters, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.