Senior Aircraft Technician-MS (Mechanical_H125 FAL)

About the role

Airbus Helicopters is looking for a Sr Aircraft Tech (Mechanical H125 FAL) to join our team based in Columbus, MS. You will perform work on assigned aircraft or parts in the mechanical function, including fabrication, repair, and installation of aircraft parts, maintenance and repair of helicopters, and support of helicopter-specific programs.

Perform assembly, installation, repair, or replacement of aircraft mechanical/electronic 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

• Perform assembly, installation, repair, or replacement of aircraft mechanical/electronic components and systems (80% of role).
• Maintain close working relationship with assigned lead person regarding schedules, priorities, availability of parts, supplies, tools, and special instructions.
• 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.
• Ensure completed work complies with FAA regulations, customer requirements, and company specifications (10% of role).
• Coordinate with various departments regarding requirements for materials, supplies, equipment, and job schedules.
• Complete forms and records pertaining to completion of assigned work (5% of role).
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

This role is based at our facility in Columbus, MS, where we produce the UH-72A Lakota Helicopters for the U.S. Army and the H-125 aircraft for civil and commercial customers.

Benefits

• Financial Rewards: Competitive base salary, incentive compensation (including potential profit-sharing schemes), retirement savings plan, and participation in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Work/Life Balance: Paid time off (including personal time and holidays) and a generous paid parental leave program.
• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), and other supplemental benefits.
• Individual Development: Upskilling and development opportunities through Airbus’ global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses, certifications, career path development, accelerated development programs, and national/international mobility opportunities.

Airbus supports flexible working arrangements to foster innovative thinking and accommodate diverse working styles.