Sr. Aircraft Tech(Retrofit) - Avionics(Contract)

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• Job Description :

Airbus Helicopters

You will perform work on assigned aircraft or parts in the avionics function. Tasks included fabrication, repair, and installation of aircraft parts, maintenance and repair of helicopters and support of helicopter specific programs. Perform assembly, installation, repair or replacement of aircraft electrical / electronic components and systems in the manufacture, maintenance or refurbishing of aircraft and function check of components. Conduct operational checks of complete systems to verify proper functioning of components and systems. Diagnose malfunctions or failures and make adjustments, repairs or replacements of parts or components.

From building to servicing the next generation of aerospace, our team focuses on quality, productivity and efficiency. We ensure the highest quality of care and safety is built into each aircraft we assemble and maintain. Our team members make it happen.

On the eastern border of Mississippi you’ll find Columbus, home to our Helicopter manufacturing and assembly lines and Center of Excellence for the entire North America region. It’s here that we produce the UH-72A Lakota Helicopters for the U.S. Army in addition to the H-125 aircraft for civil and commercial customers.

Your challenges :

Maintain close working relationship with assigned lead person with regard to schedules, priorities, availability of parts, supplies and tools, and special instructions as required.

Perform work from blueprints, sketches, vendor and service manuals, and other source data to obtain dimensions, locations, alignment, tolerances and other specification requirements.

Use a variety of standard and specialized hand tools, power equipment, measuring devices and test equipment in completing work assignments.

Assure that completed work complies with FAA regulations, customer requirements, and company specifications.

Coordinate with various departments regarding requirements for materials, supplies, equipment and job schedules.

Complete forms and records pertaining to completion of assigned work.

Diagnose the cause of malfunctions, identifies failures and determines corrective action to restore systems to required operating specifications and standards.

Perform required corrective action by making repairs, adjustments or replacements.

Perform operational power on checks of equipment to include but not limited to; instruments, radios, navigation, pitot / static systems, displays, ICS / audio, and lighting.

Should be familiar with test equipment used for operational checks of the above systems.

Maintain responsibility to keep scrap at minimum levels.

Follow all OSHA, safety and environmental regulations.

Your boarding pass : Required :

Minimum of six (6) years of experience working on avionics in aircraft, preferably rotorcraft.

Licensure / Certifications :

Require :

Preferred :

Current A & P license

Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities :

Required Ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches and diagrams, and apply standard shop practices in the fabrication and repair modifications of aircraft structures and repairs.

Communication Skills (Spoken, Written, Influencing, Proficiency in Other Languages) :

Strong written and verbal skills in the English

Technical Systems Proficiency :

Required :

Preferred :

Physical Requirements :

This position is a temporary (contract) position with no specific time period but could be extended or shortened as needed. Contractors are employed by a 3rd party vendor and placed on assignment to Airbus in America.

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Equal Opportunity :

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status

As a leader in our field, Airbus Helicopters, Inc. provides relocation assistance for qualified positions and a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

As a matter of policy, Airbus Helicopters, Inc. does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered.

Airbus Helicopters, Inc. does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice.

NOTE : Airbus Helicopters, Inc. reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Airbus Helicopters, Inc.

Agency / Temporary

Professional

On-site

Systems Installation

Job Posting End Date : 10.31.2025

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