Aviation Mechanic/A&P - Component Repair (Contract)

AIRBUS U.S. Space & Defense, Inc.•Mobile, AL

About The Position

Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc. is hiring an Aviation Mechanic/A&P for component repair. The position involves disassembling, cleaning, inspecting, reassembling, repairing, and testing aircraft components in accordance with applicable Component Maintenance Manuals, work instructions, and FAA requirements. The mechanic performs maintenance using FAA-approved data and standards of good workmanship, prioritizes flight safety, maintains a clean and hazard-free work area, follows safety precautions and OSHA regulations, and uses appropriate serviceable and calibrated tools. The role requires locating and applying technical data, accurately completing company and maintenance documentation, and knowledge of aircraft-parts painting, including preparation, application, and paint safety. The employee may also perform duties assigned by the Component Shop Lead Mechanic and participate in required on-the-job training. This is a safety-sensitive position requiring alertness and safe work practices. Regular attendance is required. The position requires English and eligibility as a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Potential domestic and international travel is less than 5%. Physical activities include sitting, standing, squatting or kneeling, walking, speaking, hearing, vision, manual dexterity, and working in somewhat confined spaces.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Three to five years of prior experience or training in aircraft component repair and overhaul.
English language proficiency.
U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status (Green Card Holder).
Ability to sit, stand, squat or kneel, walk, speak, hear, see, use manual dexterity, and work in somewhat confined spaces.

Nice To Haves

Training in Airframe and Power Plant with an emphasis on structures and composites.
Prior avionics experience.
Hydraulic experience.
Familiarity with turboprop aircraft.
Parts painting experience.
Current FAA Airframe and Power Plant Mechanic license.
Bilingual Spanish skills.

Responsibilities

Disassemble, clean, inspect, reassemble, repair, and test aircraft components in accordance with Component Maintenance Manuals, work instructions, and FAA requirements.
Perform maintenance using FAA-approved data and standards of good workmanship.
Prioritize safety of flight while producing an airworthy product.
Keep the assigned work area clean and free of hazards to personnel and aircraft components.
Follow safety precautions, including the use of hearing and eye protection and precautions related to chemicals, engine and propeller hazards, and fall protection.
Complete internal company forms and aircraft maintenance documents accurately and legibly in accordance with company, customer, and FAA requirements.
Use appropriate tools for each task and ensure tooling is serviceable and calibrated when necessary.
Locate, understand, and apply the appropriate technical data when performing maintenance.
Perform aircraft-parts painting tasks, including preparation, paint application, and paint safety practices.
Perform duties assigned by the Component Shop Lead Mechanic.
Comply with OSHA safety regulations and observe safety procedures and personnel policies.
Participate in on-the-job training as required.
Maintain regular attendance in accordance with company policy.