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Field Mechanic Aircraft Electrical Avionics Technician job at Columbia Helicopters in Aurora OR

Description, duties, responsibilities

Description
For over 60 years Columbia Helicopters have been a trusted provider of heavy-lift helicopter services. We create new aircraft fly heavy-lift helicopters around the world and provide maintenance support to ensure you are mission-ready for critical operations.
Our people sit at the core of what we do and we continue to invest in our people to support our customers to reach new heights. If you are passionate about aviation join our Columbia family!
The Field Mechanic-Aircraft Electrical / Avionics Technician is a key member of the maintenance team responsible for supporting the maintenance and repair of a large helicopter its components and the ground support equipment needed for operations. This role involves a blend of hands-on work addressing aircraft electrical and avionics systems as well as ensuring adherence to company maintenance procedures and Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs). The position requires specialized skills in aircraft maintenance with a focus on identifying airworthiness issues conducting inspections and reporting problems to the immediate supervisor. This position demands a detail-oriented safety-conscious professional with a strong understanding of aviation maintenance standards and compliance.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES -
+ Maintaining the aircraft to ensure airworthy condition.
+ All work is performed in a safe and approved manner.
+ Ensuring that all log books and forms recording the work performed are accurate and are maintained to FAA and CHI standards.
+ Gaining access to all portions of aircraft for maintenance and inspection purposes.
+ Give on the job training to other employees.
+ Performing maintenance on ground support equipment.
+ Driving company vehicles.
+ Crawling under working overhead and climbing onto the top of the helicopter.
+ Lifting aircraft components and support equipment.
+ Job location may be North America or an Overseas locations
+ This job is an even time rotation schedule
+ Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE -
+ FAA Airframe and Powerplant License valid driver’s license and able to receive DOT certification.
+ Minimum of 5 years of aircraft electrical / avionics experience preferably on BV 107-II and/or BV 234 type aircraft
+ Must be at least 21 years of age.
+ Must have thorough knowledge of aircraft electrical and avionics systems.
+ Must be proficient with aircraft wiring diagrams and maintenance manuals.
+ Be familiar with FAR part 135 maintenance program requirements (CAMP).
+ Be familiar with FAR part 43 Major/Minor determination repair criteria.
+ Must have knowledge of FAR Part 91.411 91.413 and FAR Part 43 Appendix E and F
+ Proficient with the use and care of specialized tooling and test equipment such as the IFR 4000 / 6000 test sets multi-meters meggers bird watt meter Transponder test sets ADSB Test set FDR/CVR download equipment flight following software wire repair and termination tooling wire and wire harness replacement and etc.
+ Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment create focus in areas of poor scope definition or where there are issues and be solution oriented but committed to consistency and process
+ Ability to work under minimal direction while keeping within the limitations of designated authorities and abilities while frequently exercising regular use of good judgment
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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Columbia Helicopters Company Overview

Since our founder purchased his first helicopter in 1957 weve been leading the way in heavy-lift helicopter operations. We are innovators of this industry always working to expand our capabilities and improve our level of service so when you do business with us you know youre getting the best. We operate a fleet of the most versatile helicopters in global operations supporting our aircraft out of our own full-service onsite facility in northwest Oregon. These capabilities and our operational experience allow us to confidently offer world-class maintenance and repair services to our customers onsite or on location.