Aircraft Technician A

• Flightline Airbus Helicopters, Inc.

parental leave, paid time off, profit sharing, relocation assistance United States, Mississippi, Columbus 1782 Airport Rd (Show on map) Aug 16, 2026 Airbus is committed to providing reasonable accommodations as an Equal Opportunity Employer to applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation to complete your application, please contact us at USCareers@airbus.com

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Job Description:

Airbus Helicopters is looking for an Aircraft Tech A

• Flightline to join our Flightline team based in Columbus, MS.

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

Meet the team:

From building to servicing the next generation of aerospace, our team focuses on quality, productivity and efficiency. We ensure the highest quality of care and safety is built into each aircraft we assemble and maintain. Our team members make it happen.

Your working environment:

On the eastern border of Mississippi you'll find Columbus, home to our Helicopter manufacturing and assembly lines and Center of Excellence for the entire North America region. It's here that we produce the UH-72A Lakota Helicopters for the U.S. Army in addition to the H-125 aircraft for civil and commercial customers.

How we care for you:

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 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. At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and accessibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

Your challenges:

1.

Aircraft Build-up/Testing:

70%

• Perform basic assembly, installation, repair, replacement, adjustment, and alignment of parts and components
• Assist in the operational checks of complete systems to verify proper functioning of components and systems.

2.

System Troubleshooting:

20%

• Assist in the 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.

3.

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.

Additional Responsibilities:

Other duties as assigned: Participate in flight tests on aircraft and log work to be performed, as required. Interface with customer for delivery; prepare for delivery inspection and any problems customer may discover.

Your boarding pass:

Education:

Required

• H/S diploma or equivalent. Preferred
• None

Experience:

• Minimum Four (4) years or more aviation maintenance experience Preferred
• Flight Line experience
• Helicopter maintenance experience
• Airbus Helicopter airframe experience
• Safran engine experience

Licensure/Certifications:

Required None Preferred Current FAA A&P license

Travel Required:

• 10% Domestic and International

Citizenship:

• US Person under ITAR definition (U.

S. Citizen, green card holder or person covered under our existing ITAR license)

Clearance:

• None

Qualified Skills:

Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities:

Required

• Background in aviation maintenance.

Physical Requirements:

Onsite or remote: 90%

Onsite Vision:

able to see and read computer screens and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings.

Daily Hearing:

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.

Daily Speaking:

able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications. Daily Equipment 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.

Daily Carrying:

able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.

Daily Lifting:

able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs. Daily Pushing /

Pulling:

able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools.

Daily Sitting:

able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on the computer. Daily Squatting /

Kneeling:

able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving.

Standing:

able to stand for discussions in offices or on the production floor.

Daily Travel:

able to travel independently and at short notice. Bi-monthly Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents): able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.

Daily Personal 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

Equal Opportunity:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status As a leader in our field, Airbus Helicopters, Inc. provides relocation assistance for qualified positions and a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. As a matter of policy, Airbus Helicopters, Inc. does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus Helicopters, Inc. does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice.

NOTE:

Airbus Helicopters, Inc. reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Helicopters, Inc.

Employment Type:

US•

Direct Hire Experience Level:

Professional Remote Type:

On-site Job Family:

Flight line

• Airbus provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status.

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