Sr Helicopter Maintenance Support Technician (Remote)

Airbus•Grand Prairie, TX

18h•Remote

About The Position

Airbus Helicopters, Inc. is hiring a Senior Helicopter Maintenance Support Technician to provide advanced maintenance, troubleshooting, inspections, and return-to-service support for BK117 C2/D3 and EC135 aircraft. The technician works independently at customer locations throughout the United States, with the assigned location varying according to contract needs. The typical arrangement is four weeks at a customer site followed by two weeks working from home, although maintenance schedules may change this arrangement. Shifts are generally 4x10, except in California, where they are 5x8. The role requires approximately 65% domestic and international travel and does not report to an Airbus location. The position combines hands-on aircraft maintenance and airworthiness work with lead technician duties, customer support, and maintenance documentation and compliance. The technician performs advanced diagnostics and inspections, supports flight tests and rotor balancing, leads daily technician huddles and task assignments, resolves complex customer issues, and ensures maintenance activities comply with applicable FAA regulations and company procedures. Candidates must have a current FAA A&P license, qualifying rotary-wing and relevant aircraft maintenance experience, and at least two years of leadership experience or equivalent leadership education. The role also requires familiarity with specified FAA regulations, strong BK117 C2 troubleshooting expertise, effective English communication, the ability to obtain a DoD CAC, and eligibility as a U.S. Person under ITAR. The stated pay range is $34–$57 per hour, subject to geographic differential and individual qualifications. The role is a direct-hire professional position with flexible remote designation; work is performed at customer sites or remotely as assigned.

Requirements

At least eight years of aviation maintenance experience on the BK117 C2/D3 or EC135; alternatively, 12 years of rotary-wing experience, including at least six months on the BK117 C2/D3 or EC135.
Current FAA A&P license.
At least two years of leadership experience or equivalent education/classes, such as prior lead experience or leadership training.
Understanding and familiarity with FAA regulations and processes under 14 CFR Parts 27, 29, 39, 43, 91, 135, and 145.
Complete understanding of the BK117 C2 and advanced troubleshooting expertise across its aircraft systems.
Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written English.
Ability to obtain a DoD CAC (Common Access Card).
Must qualify as a U.S. Person under the ITAR definition.
Ability to travel independently, including at short notice, and fly in the aircraft daily as required.
Ability to perform the stated physical activities, including handling tools and equipment, climbing around helicopters, and working around moving aircraft.

Responsibilities

Perform aircraft maintenance and inspections using an A&P license outside of a certified repair station.
Troubleshoot aircraft systems and components, determine corrective actions, and support aircraft safety and airworthiness.
Conduct airframe calendar and hourly inspections, hidden-damage inspections, and operational and functional checks.
Participate in aircraft flight tests; perform rotor track and balancing and vibration analysis.
Accept field assignments as requested and conduct receiving inspections of aircraft and associated records to assess airworthiness.
Lead technicians by conducting daily huddle meetings, assigning maintenance tasks, and identifying or elevating performance issues and safety concerns.
Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve customer technical issues, including complex issues, and perform contracted on-site customer support.
Update maintenance tracking programs daily and forecast upcoming maintenance to ensure timely inspection compliance.
Ensure compliance with production and repair-station policies, procedures, forms, and FAA regulations.
Track and coordinate forecasted removals, repairs, and material requirements for TBO and SLL assets.
Prepare aircraft maintenance documentation needed to qualify airworthiness or return aircraft, engines, parts, components, and systems to service.
Calculate aircraft mass and balance records in accordance with AC 43.13-1B, chapter 10, and applicable aircraft maintenance manuals.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Prescription insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
Basic and voluntary life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
401(k)
Paid time off, including paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Tuition assistance
Performance-based bonuses
Incentive compensation, which may include profit sharing
Retirement savings plan
Employee Stock Ownership Plan participation
Upskilling and development opportunities, including access to e-learning courses, certifications, career paths, accelerated development programs, and national and international mobility