Automatic Drilling Unit Technician - 2nd shift (Contract)

Airbus • Mobile, AL

12h • Onsite

About The Position

Airbus US Manufacturing Facility is looking for an Automatic Drilling Unit (ADU) Technician to join our Manufacturing department based in Mobile, AL. This is a 2nd shift position with a work schedule of Monday through Friday from 2:00pm to 10:30pm. However, flexibility to shift based on company needs is paramount. 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. The ADU Technician provides comprehensive technical and mechanical support for our Automatic Drilling Unit (ADU) systems. This specialized equipment automates high-precision drilling, which is critical to the aircraft assembly process. The role is responsible for the setup, repair, implementation, and calibration of all ADU equipment, fixtures, and templates to meet production requirements. The technician will collaborate directly with production teams, working both in the ADU shop and on the production line to ensure equipment uptime and manufacturing consistency.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the industrial maintenance, maintenance of ADU’s, maintenance of test equipment or equivalent mechanical or technical type vocation (for example; automotive transmission repair, engine overhauls, etc.)
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Must be able to work in the US without current or future need for visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred 5+ years minimum experience in with hands-on experience in the maintenance of ADU's, drilling templates, cutting tools and test equipment.
• A vocational/technical certificate will be considered in-lieu of experience for entry level positions.

Responsibilities

• Perform the complete setup, calibration, and implementation of all Automatic Drilling Unit (ADU) equipment, cutting tools, and drilling templates.
• Conduct ongoing preventative maintenance and execute timely technical repairs on ADU systems to ensure maximum uptime for the A220/A320 Final Assembly Line (FAL).
• Oversee the full qualification process for new ADU systems and support their successful entry into service.
• Provide technical oversight and on-the-job instruction to FAL employees, ensuring safe and efficient use of ADU equipment.
• Champion Airbus best practices, actively advise teams on process optimization, and meticulously record lessons learned to drive continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees