Airbus is an international pioneer in the aerospace industry. We are a leader in designing, manufacturing and delivering aerospace products, services and solutions to customers on a global scale. We aim for a better-connected, safer and more prosperous world.

A commercial aircraft manufacturer, with Space and Defense as well as Helicopters Divisions, Airbus is the largest aeronautics and space company in Europe and a worldwide leader.

Airbus has built on its strong European heritage to become truly international with roughly 180 locations and 12,000 direct suppliers globally. The company has aircraft and helicopter final assembly lines across Asia, Europe and the Americas, and has achieved a more than sixfold order book increase since 2000.

Position Summary:

Perform work on assigned electronic components. Perform repair or replacement of electronic components and systems. Conduct operational checks to verify proper functioning of components. Diagnose malfunctions or failures and make adjustments, repairs or replacements of parts or circuitry.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Description: Assembly, Installation, Repair or Replacement 50%

• Perform work on assigned units from component maintenance manuals.
• Ensure repairs and completed work, are done in accordance with FAA regulations, customer requirements, and company processes.
• Complete maintenance orders pertaining to completion of assigned work.
• Coordinate with Business Office for required parts request, supplies, and AOG priority of job assignments.
• Ensure maintenance data being used is of the latest revision level.
• Subject to random drug and alcohol testing under DOT and FAA regulations.

2. Description: Test and repair: 40%

• Operate and set up auto test, bench test equipment in accordance with Component Maintenance Manuals.
• Diagnose faults by troubleshooting and isolating fault From LRU level to SRU level, and finally component level (transistor, Resistor, capacitor, Integrated Circuits, diodes, etc....)
• Use touch-up and through-hole soldering skills to remove and replace components on printed circuit board using component maintenance manual.
• Use computer systems (Windows, SAP, HTML, ZOC, RS232, and IEEE.) for testing and reporting.

3. Description: Conduct Final Test 10%

• Final test in accordance with Component Maintenance Manual
• Follow all OSHA, safety and environmental regulations
• Ensure Electrostatic Sensitive Devices (ESD) processes are adhered to at all phases of the repair process.
• Coordinate with warehouse for required piece parts or search bench stock.
• Ensure all test equipment and tools are in a serviceable condition and have up to date calibration sticker.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualified Experience / Skills / Training:

Education:

Required:

• High School Diploma

Preferred:

• Some trade school

Experience:

Required:

• Minimum of 6 years of bench technician/ component level repair in electronics.

Licensure/Certifications:

Preferred:

• FCC license
• Through hole-soldering certification

Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities:

Required:

• Ability to read and interpret electronic schematics
• Basic understanding of electronic circuits
• Ability to diagnose, identify and repair defective electronic components on printed circuit board (PCB).
• Ability to solder components to circuit boards
• Ability to do through-hole soldering

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

Required:

• Proficient in reading, writing, and communicating in English.

Technical Systems Proficiency:

Required:

• Basic computer proficiency.

Preferred:

• Basic knowledge and understanding of Micro-computer, Micro-controller concept, Bus interface, Discrete I/O, and Arinc-429 Avionics communication standard.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft office (Word, and Excel).
• ZOC, SAP, and RS232 test software experience

Travel Required:

• Less than 5% Domestic and International

Citizenship:

• Authorized to Work in the US

Clearance:

• None

Decision Making, Complexity:

• Able to independently assess issues in electronic components and make decisions necessary to repair them

Organizational information:

• Position reports to Avionics Supervisor

Job Dimensions, Contributions to Success:

• Works on electronic components for customers. Doing so successfully is the most important element for customer satisfaction. Additionally directly impacts schedule and cost

Nature of Contacts:

• Moderate Communication on a daily Basis with internal parties only

Physical Requirements:

• Onsite: 98%
• Vision: Ability to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings. Ability to see color as pertains to electronics components.
• Hearing: Ability to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on production floor including safety warnings or alarms.
• Speaking: Ability to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications.
• Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools.
• Carrying: Ability to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 10-15 lbs.
• Lifting: Ability to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 10-15 lbs.
• Pushing / Pulling: Ability to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools.
• Sitting: Ability to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on components or a computer.
• Squatting / Kneeling: Ability to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving.
• Standing: Ability to stand for discussions in offices or on production floor
• Travel: Ability to travel independently and at short notice.
• Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents): Ability to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.
• Personal Protective Equipment required: Required PPE includes, but is not limited to, Electro-Static Discharge Safe vest, Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Masks, and/or Protective Gloves as required

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.