Sr Helicopter Maintenance Support Technician (Remote)

Airbus•Grand Prairie, TX

2d•$34 - $57•Remote

About The Position

Airbus Helicopters, Inc. is hiring a Senior Remote Helicopter Maintenance Support Technician for government programs. The technician performs advanced troubleshooting, inspections, maintenance, and return-to-service certifications on BK117 C2/D3 and EC135 aircraft, working independently at customer sites across the United States. The assigned customer location may change based on contract needs. The typical arrangement is four weeks at a customer site followed by two weeks working from home, although the schedule may vary with maintenance needs. Shifts are generally four 10-hour days, except in California, where they are five 8-hour days. The role requires 65% domestic and international travel. The position includes hands-on aircraft maintenance and inspection, technical support for customers, leadership of technicians, and maintenance documentation and regulatory compliance. It reports to customer locations or is performed remotely, rather than at an Airbus location. The position requires the ability to obtain a DoD Common Access Card and to meet the stated physical, travel, and aircraft-operation demands. Applicants must qualify as a U.S. Person under the ITAR definition. The stated pay range is $34 to $57 per hour, with actual pay dependent on geographic differential, skills, experience, and other relevant factors. Airbus describes the employment type as US direct hire.

Requirements

At least 8 years of aviation maintenance experience on BK117 C2/D3 or EC135 aircraft, or 12 years of rotary-wing experience including at least 6 months on BK117 C2/D3 or EC135 aircraft.
Current FAA A&P license.
At least 2 years of leadership experience or equivalent leadership education, such as prior lead experience or leadership training.
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 a high level of troubleshooting expertise across aircraft systems.
Effective verbal and written communication in English.
Ability to obtain a DoD Common Access Card.
Must be a U.S. Person under the ITAR definition, such as a U.S. citizen, green-card holder, or person covered under an existing ITAR license.
Ability to travel independently, including at short notice, and fly in the aircraft as required.
Ability to meet the physical and functional requirements described, including carrying items up to 30 lb, lifting up to 60 lb, pushing and pulling equipment, climbing around helicopters, and using required personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Education beyond the minimum requirement may be counted as additional experience: a bachelor's degree in aviation, engineering, or aeronautics may count as 2 additional years; a master's degree in those fields may count as 4 additional years.

Responsibilities

Perform aircraft maintenance and inspections using an airframe and power plant (A&P) license outside of a certified repair station.
Troubleshoot aircraft systems and components, determine corrective actions, and help ensure aircraft safety and airworthiness.
Conduct applicable airframe calendar and hourly inspections, hidden-damage inspections, and operational and functional checks of structures, systems, and components.
Participate in aircraft flight tests; perform rotor-system tracking and balancing and vibration analysis.
Accept field assignments when requested.
Conduct thorough aircraft receiving inspections, including physical examination of the aircraft and associated records, and assess airworthiness impacts of discrepancies.
Conduct daily technician huddle meetings, assign maintenance tasks, and identify or elevate work-performance issues and safety concerns.
Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve customer technical issues, including highly complex issues, and perform contracted on-site customer support.
Update the maintenance tracking program daily, forecast upcoming maintenance, and ensure timely completion of inspections.
Ensure compliance with production and repair-station policies, procedures, forms, and FAA regulations.
Track and coordinate forecasted removals, repairs, and material requirements for Time Between Overhaul (TBO) and Service Life Limit (SLL) assets.
Prepare aircraft maintenance documentation related to qualifying airworthiness or returning 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

Competitive base salary and incentive compensation, which may include profit-sharing schemes.
Retirement savings plan and ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Paid time off, including personal time and holidays.
Paid parental leave.
Medical insurance, including traditional and high-deductible health plans.
Prescription insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
Disability insurance, including short- and long-term disability.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts.
Tuition assistance.
Performance-based bonuses.
Development and upskilling opportunities through Leadership University, including access to more than 10,000 e-learning courses, certifications, career-path development, accelerated development programs, and national and international mobility.