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Airbus Group

Senior Aircraft Sheetmetal Technician - H125 FAL

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What they do

An Aircraft or A & P Mechanic maintains and repairs different types of aircraft such as planes, jets or helicopters. Provides scheduled maintenance and inspections. May specialize in working on the frame, engine, electrical systems or other parts of an aircraft, or specialize in certain types of aircraft.

$72,099 / year median in Ohio

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Description 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 [email protected]
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Job Description:
Airbus Helicopters is looking for a Senior Aircraft Sheetmetal Technician to join our H125 team based in Columbus, MS . You will be part of the team to perform detailed sheetmetal modifications and repairs on airframes or parts as assigned by the lead technician. Tasks include assembly, fabrication and installation of sheetmetal components or aircraft parts and composite /repair of helicopters to support the delivery schedule.
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. 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.
Installations/Modifications/Repairs:
90% Performs the sheet metal installations, modification, and repairs on Airbus Helicopters airframes Performs installations of major and minor modifications per STC instructions. Performs cutting, joining and clearance of sheet metal structure per design drawing and standard practices. Prepares patterns and/or templates to simplify installation processes and to assure proper dimensions. Ensures that installations are attached without endangering aircraft structure or systems operation and function. Makes adjustments to latches, windows, cowlings and covers. Using engineering blueprints, installs prototype parts and close tolerance materials to print for certification purposes. Performs sealing of installations. Sealant installations must meet quality guidelines for both form and function. Performs adjustments to ensure fit on new installations and modifications. Use a variety of standard and specialized hand tools, power equipment, measuring devices and test equipment in completing work assignments. Creates help tools and jigs to make installations repeatable and easier for lower level technicians. Manufactures doublers and small parts as necessary. 2.
Reporting/Cleanup:
10% Uses Fiche Techniques, Technical and associated Approved documentation, MES, and SAP • Ability to read blueprints, drawings, parts lists, fiche techniques, technical documentation as required Understand service bulletins, inspections reports and other technical data as required Refers to documentation (electronic/paper) for proper guidance to perform all tasks required Documents labor efforts in MES, SAP, and paper requirements as necessary.
Additional Responsibilities:
Other duties as assigned: Your boarding pass: Minimum (6) years of sheetmetal installation and/or sheetmetal repair experience on aircraft. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches and diagrams, and apply standard shop practices in the fabrication and repair modifications of aircraft structures and repairs. Current Airframe or Powerplant license or applicable trade school is a plus but not required. Must be able to read, write, and speak
English Citizenship:
Must be a US Person under ITAR definition (U.S. Citizen, green card holder or person covered under our existing ITAR license) Take your career to a new level and apply online now! A full job description will be provided to candidates who progress to the interview stage or any candidate upon request. 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:
•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. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits and training. Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus 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. Airbus 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. By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. 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. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to [email protected] .
What We Are Looking For 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.
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. 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.
Carrying:
able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.
Lifting:
able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs. Pushing /
Pulling:
able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools.
Sitting:
able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on the computer. 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. Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents): able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.
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 Administrative 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. This position is offered by the company. AeroSelect is not affiliated with the company, and your application is made directly with them. Job Details Function Aircraft Maintenance & Engineering (MRO) Sub-Function Mechanics & Technicians Level Professional Work Type Onsite Contract Full-Time Location Columbus, United States Job
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