MS - Flight Line Senior Aircraft Technician

Airbus Helicopters is looking for a Flightline Senior Aircraft Technician to join our Flightline team based in Columbus, MS.

About the role

You will be responsible for performing detailed assembly, installation, repair or replacement of aircraft components and systems in the manufacture, maintenance or refurbishing of aircraft and function check of components. Conduct operational checks of complete systems to verify proper functioning of components and systems. Diagnose malfunctions or failures and make adjustments, repairs or replacements of parts or components.

Responsibilities

• Aircraft Build-Up/Testing (70%)
  • Perform detailed assembly, installation, repair, replacement, adjustment, and alignment of parts and components
  • Conduct operational checks of complete systems to verify proper functioning of components and systems
• System Troubleshooting (20%)
  • Perform troubleshooting to diagnose malfunction or failures on the following aircraft systems: aircraft equipment furnishings, fire protection, fuel system, hydraulics, landing gear, doors, fuselage, stabilizer, rotor systems, power plant and engine controls
• Compliance (10%)
  • Assure that completed work complies with FAA regulations, customer requirements, and company specifications
  • Follow all OSHA, safety and environmental regulations
  • Complete forms and records pertaining to completion of assigned work

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum six (6) years of aviation maintenance experience
• 10% travel required

Preferred Qualifications

• Flight Line experience
• Helicopter maintenance experience
• Airbus Helicopter airframe experience
• Safran Turbomeca engine experience
• FAA A&P license

Benefits

• Financial Rewards: Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”)
• Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program
• Health & Welfare: 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 employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility

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