Senior Aircraft Avionics Technician - NHC (Contract)

Airbus • Columbus, MS

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Airbus Helicopters is seeking a Senior Aircraft Avionics Technician to join its New Helicopter Completions team in Columbus, Mississippi. This temporary contract assignment is placed with Airbus by a third-party vendor; it has no specified duration and may be extended or shortened as needed. The technician performs assembly, installation, repair, or replacement of aircraft electrical and electronic components and systems, along with function checks, in aircraft manufacturing, maintenance, or refurbishment.

The role is onsite and supports Airbus helicopter manufacturing and assembly operations. The technician works in coordination with an assigned lead person and performs work using technical source materials, tools, equipment, and test devices. Completed work must comply with FAA regulations, customer requirements, and company specifications. Candidates must be able to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

Requirements

• At least six years of experience working on aircraft avionics; rotorcraft experience is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and diagrams, and apply standard shop practices to aircraft structure fabrication, repair, and modifications.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Must be able to work in the United States without current or future need for visa sponsorship.
• Able to meet the stated physical requirements, including carrying and lifting items up to 60 pounds, bending, stooping, squatting, standing, walking, and working around aircraft, parts, chemicals, and fumes.
• Able to travel independently and at short notice.

Nice To Haves

• A current A&P license is a plus.
• Experience working on rotorcraft.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a close working relationship with the assigned lead person regarding schedules, priorities, parts and supplies availability, tools, and special instructions.
• Perform work from blueprints, sketches, vendor and service manuals, and other source data to meet dimensional, location, alignment, tolerance, and other specification requirements.
• Use standard and specialized hand tools, power equipment, measuring devices, and test equipment to complete assignments.
• Ensure completed work complies with FAA regulations, customer requirements, and company specifications.
• Assemble, install, repair, or replace aircraft electrical and electronic components and systems, and perform component function checks.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed