Lead Aircraft Technician - H125 FAL

Airbus•Columbus, MS

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Airbus Helicopters is looking for a Lead Aircraft Technician to join our H125 FAL team based in Columbus, MS. You will be part of the team to lead assigned sections and performs assigned work in support of the aircraft production line. This position is responsible for the execution of all activity within assigned area. Delegates and performs inspection of delegated work. Drives work performance of the technicians in the assigned area to ensure schedule and hour’s goals are met. Raises issues and communicates/works to resolve daily challenges with all other departments.

Requirements

Minimum eight (8) years of rotary aircraft experience, with two(2) of the eight (8) as a senior technician or equivalent
Helicopter maintenance experience
Assesses aircraft status and prioritize people to meet schedule.
Evaluates lower level technician capabilities.
Inspects work of lower level technician and identifies discrepancies.
Determine usability of parts and material.
Make complex decisions as it relates to aircraft installations.
Must be a US Person under ITAR definition (U.S. Citizen, green card holder or person covered under our existing ITAR license)

Responsibilities

Assist with planning and prioritize the workload of the assigned section to ensure on time delivery of aircraft according with the delivery schedules.
Assess schedule dates taking into account parts, technician availability and collaborate with the supervisor accordingly.
Control, assign workforce and monitor workflow according to schedules.
Assist supervisor in drumbeating the section activity in order to reach (OTD) On Time Delivery.
Provide Technical Expertise and Recommendations in support of all aircraft installations.
Perform electrical and mechanical aircraft work.
Inspect completed electrical and mechanical work.
Use and interpret various forms of Aircraft Documentation in order to complete electrical work.

Benefits

Competitive base salary
incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes
retirement savings plan
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”)
Paid time off including personal time
holidays
generous paid parental leave program
Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans)
prescription
dental
vision
life
disability
Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”)
other supplemental benefit coverages
Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University
unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path
opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes
national and international mobility