Senior Aircraft Technician - Sheetmetal (MAR/Retrofit) (Contract)

Job Description Airbus Helicopters is looking for a Senior Aircraft Technician - Sheetmetal (Contract) to join our Retrofit team based in Columbus, MS. This position is a temporary (contract) position with no specific time period but could be extended or shortened as needed. Contractors are employed by a 3rd party vendor and placed on assignment to Airbus in America. You will be part of the team to install Sheet metal parts and assemblies in aircraft; assure that installations are attached without endangering aircraft structure or systems operations and functions.

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:

Install Sheet metal parts and assemblies in aircraft; assure that installations are attached without endangering aircraft structure or systems operations and functions. Fitting and assembling skins, frames, and other components. Work will consist of drilling, fitting, and riveting of the many sub-assemblies of the helicopter, including such items as tail booms and stabilizers. Assist in the development of patterns or templates to simplify manufacturing processes and to assure proper dimensions.

Your boarding pass:

Minimum of six (6) years of experience working on aircraft sheetmetal, preferably rotorcraft. 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 A&P license is a plus. Must be able to read, write, and speak English.

Physical Requirements:

Onsite:

95%

Vision:

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

Daily Hearing:

able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on 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:

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 computer. At least once a month Squatting /

Kneeling:

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

Daily Standing:

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

Daily Travel:

able to travel independently and at short notice. 5%

Walking:

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.

Citizenship:

Authorized to Work in the U.S. Take your career to a new level and apply online now! A full job description will be provided to candidates whom progress to 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. Your Responsibilities Install Sheet metal parts and assemblies in aircraft. Assure that installations are attached without endangering aircraft structure or systems operations and functions. Fitting and assembling skins, frames, and other components. Work will consist of drilling, fitting, and riveting of the many sub-assemblies of the helicopter, including such items as tail booms and stabilizers. Assist in the development of patterns or templates to simplify manufacturing processes and to assure proper dimensions. What We Offer Flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking. Opportunity to work in a team focused on quality, productivity, and efficiency. Job Details Function Aircraft Maintenance & Engineering (MRO) Sub-Function Mechanics & Technicians Work Type onsite Contract Full-Time Location Columbus, United States Job

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