Senior Aircraft Technician - MAR (Contract)

Airbus Helicopters is looking for an experienced helicopter A&P mechanic to join its Maintenance & Repair (MAR) team based in Grand Prairie, TX. This is a temporary (contract) position with no specific time period, which could be extended or shortened as needed. Contractors are employed by a 3rd party vendor and placed on assignment to Airbus in America. Duties include performing detailed inspections, assemblies, installations, repairs or replacements of aircraft components and systems, maintenance or refurbishing of aircraft, and function checking of components.

Responsibilities

Perform detailed inspections, assembly, installation, repair, replacement, adjustment, and alignment of parts and components; conduct operational checks of complete systems to verify proper functioning; perform troubleshooting to diagnose malfunctions or failures on aircraft equipment furnishings, fire protection, fuel system, hydraulics, landing gear, doors, fuselage, stabilizer, rotor systems, power plant and engine controls; participate in flight tests and log work to be performed; interface with customer for delivery and prepare for delivery inspection

Requirements

Minimum six (6) years of aviation maintenance experience; some experience must be on helicopters; current FAA A&P license OR the ability to qualify for a Repairman Certificate; Repairman Certificate requires 18 months of maintenance experience on Airbus manufactured helicopters; general knowledge of standard practices and troubleshooting methods; ability to see and read computer screens, documents, reports and engineering drawings daily; ability to hear conversations and production floor sounds including safety warnings or alarms; ability to speak in conversations and meetings daily; ability to carry up to 30lbs/14kgs and lift up to 60lbs/28kgs daily; ability to walk on uneven surfaces, stand, squat or kneel daily; ability to sit for long periods weekly; ability to travel independently at short notice; ability to wear required PPE; US Person under ITAR definition (e.g., U.S. Citizen, green card holder, or person covered under Airbus's ITAR license)

Nice to have

Safran Turbomeca engine experience