Aircraft Structure Expert - Working Party

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 "on-aircraft" complex repair and complex modification projects on all AIRBUS fleet worldwide within the Sheet Metal and Structural standard processes for Airlines and Maintenance Repair Organizations (MRO) outside their operating scope of work, technical ability and expertise, including but not limited to incidental and fleet wide repairs.

Primary Responsibilities: 70%

• Perform "on-aircraft" major and complex structural repair projects on all AIRBUS fleet within the sheet metal & structural standard processes for Airlines and MRO through Working Parties such as: Complex sheet metal repair layouts and repairs on seat tracks, floor beams and skin doublers; perform complex repairs requiring substantial disassembly such as wing spar and keel beam repairs fabricate clips, doublers, angles and brackets; corrosion removal and damage evaluation; identify damage limits and repairs; working knowledge of Roto Peen and Cold Working procedures.

Secondary Responsibilities: 20%

Implementation and accomplishment of:

• Airworthiness Directive (AD)
• Service Bulletin (SB)
• Work Order Technical Definition (WOTD)
• All Operators Telex (AOT)
• Airbus Procedure (AP)
• Repair instruction (RI)
• Technical adaptation (TA)
• Technical Disposition (TD)

Additional responsibilities: 10%

• Provide on-site technical assistance (Advisory) for scheduled or unscheduled (AOG) maintenance/repair activities in order to support, guide and assist customers taking advantage of Airbus's recognized and extensive expertise on all Airbus variants and legacy aircrafts.
• Composite skillset: able to perform structural Repairs & Modifications
• Support the Final Assembly Line activities in Mobile, AL when not on Working Party assignment
• Contribute to the development of the Working Party activities and the growth of the Maintenance Operations organization.

Qualified Experience / Skills / Training:

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant Certificate and/or EASA Part 66 B1 would be a plus.
• Type training or equivalent experience on the AIRBUS aircraft family. Additional experience on A300/A310 would be a plus.
• 5+ years minimum experience aviation in a repair environment PART 145 (MRO) under: FAA/EASA/TCCA Regulations.
• > 10 years of experience in the Aeronautical
• Solid experience in structure repair.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing to teams and business partners worldwide.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work with multidisciplinary teams in various locations.
• Knowledge of Airbus manuals as available in Airn@vX: AMM, IPC, SRM, TSM...

Unique Position Details:

• Requires high level of flexibility and availability due to launch of tasks for undetermined durations and on notice.
• Proven high motivation and flexibility skills to work in a highly demanding environment.
• Works well in a multicultural and multifunctional team environment.
• Ability to prepare and present issue resolution to internal and external business partners.
• Autonomous & ability to take initiatives.
• Must be willing to work in a shift pattern including evenings, week-ends and bank holidays.
• Must be able to attending On the Job Training Program abroad (Out of the United States)
• Must possess a valid passport which allows unrestricted travels.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment, post-accident/incident and random Drug/Alcohol screening (DOT/FAA).

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

• Ability to present and discuss with direct management level and with customers in case of advisory, reporting or escalation.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with a diverse international work force.
• Ability to understand and apply oral and/or written instructions or other information.
• Ability to read, understand and follow manual instructions to solve complex structural/mechanical/electrical problems.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft office
• Fluent English, Spanish would be a plus.
• Give feedback

Travel Required:

• +50% Domestic and International

Eligibility:

• Authorized to Work in the US

Physical Requirements:

Work demands moderate to strenuous effort and the job holder will have to be able to:

• Frequently lift items ranging from 20 to 50 pounds.
• Have the ability to stand for frequent periods of time.
• Travel overseas and domestically sometimes for extended periods of time and on short notice.
• Perform tasks that require frequent climbing, crawling, kneeling, stooping, bending, pulling, pushing and other related activities.
• Work outside hangars in changing locations.
• Work on aerial lifts at heights of 40 feet or more.
• Work for a period of time in confined spaces.

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

Airbus in America provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus in America complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits and training.

Airbus in America expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. Improper interference with the ability of Airbus' employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

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

Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person