Mechanical Aircraft Completions Technician
About The Position
Modify and repair aircraft systems and structures. This role involves completing structural modifications to helicopters, installing medical support systems and avionics systems with STC kits, and accomplishing airframe structural repairs. The technician will also replace and repair components, perform operational checks of helicopter systems, and conduct track and balance operations on rotor systems. Additionally, the role includes fabricating detail sheet metal parts from blueprints, developing custom installations for medical and avionics equipment, and traveling to base locations for repairs or modifications. Maintaining shop equipment and areas, performing maintenance on rotating components (Engines, Transmission, and Drive Shafts), and training new employees on processes and procedures are also key responsibilities. Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.
Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- Five to seven years’ related aircraft sheet metal repair and modification experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience in reading and interpreting blue prints
- Experience reading precision measuring equipment
- Experience in use of sheet metal related shop equipment
- Proficient in using manufacturer’s maintenance manuals
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook
- FAA Airframe & Power Plant Certification
- Subject to drug and/or alcohol testing per the DOT/FAA requirements (pre-employment, random, reasonable cause/suspicion, post-accident)
Responsibilities
- Complete structural modifications to helicopters
- Install medical support systems into helicopters
- Install avionics systems and STC kits into helicopters
- Accomplish airframe structural repairs
- Replace and repair components in accordance with aircraft maintenance manuals
- Perform operational checks of helicopter systems
- Perform track and balance operations on helicopter rotor systems
- Fabricate detail sheet metal parts from blueprints
- Develop custom installations for medical and avionics equipment
- Travel to base locations to accomplish repairs or modifications
- Maintain shop equipment and areas
- Perform maintenance on rotating components of helicopters, i.e. Engines, Transmission, and Drive Shafts
- Train new employees on United Rotorcraft processes & procedures
- Other Duties as assigned
Benefits
- Industry-leading benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
