Sr Helicopter Maintenance Support Technician (Remote)

Airbus•Grand Prairie, TX

1d•$34 - $57•Remote

About The Position

Join a mission-driven team as a Senior Remote Maintenance Support Technician (Govt Programs) performing advanced troubleshooting, inspections, and return-to-service certifications on BK117 C2/D3 and EC135 aircraft. We are looking for a seasoned professional who can operate independently at various customer sites across the U.S. Step into a leadership role where your technical expertise directly impacts flight safety and customer success every single day. This position is located at various customer locations throughout the United States. The assigned location changes per contract need. Generally, the person filling the role will work 4 weeks at the customer site and then work 2 weeks from their home (although, this arrangement may vary due to maintenance schedule needs). Additionally, the schedule is normally 4 ten hour days per week.

Requirements

Required Minimum eight (8) years of aviation maintenance experience on the BK117 C2/D3 or EC135 OR 12 years of rotary wing experience of which at least 6 months are on the BK117 C2/D3 or EC135.
Current FAA A&P license
Minimum two (2) years of Leadership Experience and/or equivalent education classes (i.e. served in a Lead position previously, attended leadership trainings, etc.)
Education above the minimum required can be considered as additional experience (i.e. bachelor’s aviation/ engineering/ aeronautics would be considered 2 additional years, master’s aviation/ engineering/ aeronautics would be considered 4 additional years, etc.)
Understand and be familiar with the FAA regulations 14 CFR Parts 27, 29, 39, 43, 91, 135, and 145 processes.
Must have complete understanding of the BK117 C2 with a high level of trouble shooting expertise on all aircraft systems.
Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form in English.
Ability to obtain a DoD CAC (Common Access Card).
US Person under ITAR definition required (FOR EXAMPLE: U.S. Citizen, green card holder or person covered under our existing ITAR license)

Responsibilities

Maintenance/Troubleshooting/Aircraft Inspections: 60%
Perform maintenance and inspections utilizing airframe and power plant (A&P) license outside of certified repair station (CRS).
Perform advanced troubleshooting to diagnose malfunctioning systems and components to determine corrective action required to assure safety and airworthiness of aircraft.
Conduct applicable airframe calendar/hourly inspections, hidden damage inspections of airframe structures and sub-assemblies.
Conduct operational and functional checks of structures, systems, and/or components as required verifying acceptability/airworthiness.
Responsible for ensuring physical security of aircraft, partner with fixed base operator (FBO) if needed.
Participate in flight tests on aircraft.
Perform track and balancing of rotor systems and vibration analysis.
Strictly observe foreign object damage/debris (FOD), tool control and calibrated tool policies.
Accept field assignments on request
Accomplish in-process and final inspections for maintenance, repair, modification, and rework of aircraft components and sub-assemblies.
Tasks will include "Clearance-to-close" inspections, torque check verifications, dimensional checks, flight control system installation verifications and flight control rigging checks of Airframe, Engine(s), hydraulic, pneumatic, and fuel systems for integrity and compliance with manufacturer’s and FAA requirements and regulations
Perform thorough receiving inspection of aircraft, determining overall airworthiness of aircraft through physical examination of aircraft and associated records.
Proficient in inspections to determine airworthiness impacts of any found discrepancies.
Lead Technician Responsibilities: 20%
Conduct daily “huddle” meetings
Assign maintenance tasks to the technicians
Identify / elevate work performance issues / safety concerns
On-Site Customer Support: 10%
Diagnose, troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, including highest level complex issues, identified by Airbus customers.
Perform on-site customer support and the tasks contracted by the customer.
Documentation/Compliance: 10%
Update applicable maintenance tracking program daily.
Monitor and forecast for upcoming maintenance and assure timely compliance with inspections.
Ensure compliance with production and repair station policies / procedures / forms and FAA Regulations.
Research, compile and document all applicable maintenance for airframe, engine, accessories and components in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved regulations and company procedures.
Ensure compliance with all applicable calendar/hourly inspections, life limited or cycle limited components, airworthiness directives and alert service bulletins.
Document and return airframe, engine, accessories or components to service after maintenance, repair or modification.
Review all 337s associated with the aircraft.
Tracks and coordinates forecasted removals, repairs and material requirements for all TBO (Time between Overhaul) and SLL (Service Life Limit) assets.
Compose and prepare all necessary Aircraft maintenance documentation in relation to qualifying the airworthiness or return to service of aircraft, engines, parts, components and systems.
Perform aircraft mass and balance record calculations in accordance with AC 43.13-1B, chapter 10 in conjunction with applicable Aircraft Maintenance Manuals.

Benefits

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

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