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Job Description:

Airbus US Manufacturing Facility is looking for an Manufacturing and Maintenance Technician to join our Manufacturing team based in Mobile, AL.

The Manufacturing and Maintenance Technician is responsible for providing technical and mechanical support to the back shop and production line. The technician will set, repair and implement Automatic Drilling Units in collaboration with production needs.

Airbus is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner (per DoDI 1322.29). This 180-day program allows transitioning service members to leverage their military technical expertise in a high-precision aerospace environment.

SkillBridge Eligibility:

• Active-duty service member within 180 days of separation.

• Written Commander (O-4 or above) authorization.

• Must have current work authorization for U.S. positions.

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.

Meet the team:

Mobile, AL

U.S. Assembly Facility
On 'Airbus Way' you will find the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility for commercial aircraft. Opened at the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley in 2015, the facility produces A320 Family aircraft and added a second product line for the A220 in 2019. The facility, which strengthens the U.S. aerospace industry, is part of Airbus' strategy to enhance its global competitiveness by meeting the growing needs of its customers in the United States and beyond.

Your challenges:

Primary Responsibilities:

• Set-up and implement equipment for the Back Shop and Production in Final Assembly Lines. Advises on best practices utilized for floor setup and traffic strategy at other Final Assembly Lines.

• Oversee the qualification of ADU (Automated Drilling Unit) and support their entry into service at the supplier site: FAL-USA.

• Responsible for the adjustment of ADUs, cutting tools and drilling templates.

• Responsible for the ongoing maintenance and repair of ADUs.

• Provide oversight and limited instruction to employees using equipment for the first time(s).

• Support the Head of Back Shops and the production line in technical problem solving, regarding ADU's, cutting tools, drilling templates and test equipment.

• Must be able to demonstrate extensive knowledge of the type of mechanical work performed in the FAL Back Shop.

• Maintains a high level of skills and is generally perceived as an authority regarding ADU maintenance and adjustment.

• Perform other duties as assigned

Your boarding pass:

Required Education:

• High School Diploma, GED or an equivalent combination of training/experience.

• The ability to successfully complete the following trainings provided by Airbus after recruitment:

  • Health & Safety

  • General aircraft familiarization

  • Quality trainings

Preferred:

• Training from a vocational school, military training or previous employer in the use of application tools and in application techniques.

Required Experience:

• 2 years minimum experience with hands-on experience in the maintenance of industrial equipment, ADU's, drilling templates, cutting tools or test equipment.

Preferred:

• 5+ years minimum experience in with hands-on experience in the maintenance of industrial equipment, ADU's, drilling templates, cutting tools and test equipment.

Physical Requirements:

• Vision: adequate to enter and read material on computer screens. Able to identify individuals to initiate greetings, the giving of directions and other business interactions

• Hearing: able to hear sufficiently to engage in conversation in office settings. Able to hear safety alerts and warning signals.

• Speaking: able to engage in conversations in person and via electronic means and deliver information to groups of varying size with or without amplification.

• Equipment Operation: Able to operate a wide range of personal and office electronic equipment. Working on jigs at the fuselage at a height of 15 feet. Able to work on hydraulic lifts sometimes at a height of up to 40 feet.

• Confined Space: able to enter and exit a 12" x 22" passage and work through a 9.7" x 17.7" opening while using a respirator within a confined space for various lengths of time

• Carrying: able to occasionally carry up to 55lbs/25kg while engaging in training, addressing production issues or as part of continuous improvement projects.

• Lifting: able to occasionally lift up to 55lbs/25kg.

• Pushing/Pulling: able to push/pull items in office areas.

• Sitting: able to sit for extended periods of time at the computer and in meetings.

• Squatting/Kneeling: able to occasionally squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items shelved on bottom shelves.

• Standing: able to stand for extended periods of time delivering information.

• Travel: able to travel overseas and domestically sometimes for extended periods of time.

• Walking: able to walk through office and production areas, around flight line and airstrips and sometimes on uneven indoor and/or outdoor surfaces.

Mandatory Disclaimer:

SkillBridge participants continue to receive military pay and benefits from the DoD. No salary or financial compensation is provided by Airbus during the program.

Career Transition Pathway

Upon successful completion of the program and military separation, candidates may be considered for a permanent position. Full-time benefits include competitive base salaries, incentive compensation, a retirement savings plan, and comprehensive health and welfare coverage.

Targeted Military Backgrounds:

Coast Guard: MK (Machinery Technician), AET (Avionics Electrical Technician)

Army: 94Y (Automatic Test Systems Operator/Maintainer), 91L (Construction Equipment Repairer)
Airforce: 2A6X2 (Aerospace Ground Equipment - AGE)
Navy: MR (Machinery Repairman), AS (Aviation Support Equipment Technician)
Marine Corps: 13XX (Engineer, Construction, Facilities, & Equipment)

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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.

Company:

Airbus Americas, Inc.

Employment Type:

Agency / Temporary

Experience Level:

Professional

Remote Type:

Job Family:

Production means/Maintenance

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