Aircraft Electrical Technician A (H145 Final Assembly Line)

About the role

Airbus Helicopters is seeking an Aircraft Electrical Technician A to join the H145 Final Assembly Line team in Columbus, MS. You will install, fabricate, repair, and test aircraft electrical and electronic components and systems.

Key responsibilities

• Install and route wires, fabricate wire harnesses, and apply anti‑chaff protection according to detailed plans and diagrams.
• Solder shields, splices, daisy chains, and electronic components such as resistors, capacitors, diodes, and connectors.
• Perform functional checks of components and systems to verify proper operation.
• Complete required forms and records for all assigned work.

Required profile

• Minimum four years of aircraft electrical or related experience.
• US Person status under ITAR (U.S. citizen, green‑card holder, or eligible under existing ITAR license).
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Physical ability to lift, carry, and work on production floor with required PPE.

Required skills

• Electrical installation techniques for aircraft.
• Wire harness fabrication and routing.
• Soldering of connectors, contacts, and electronic components.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Familiarity with common aviation tooling.

What we offer

• Competitive base salary with incentive compensation and profit‑sharing possibilities.
• Retirement savings plan and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) participation.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance.
• Paid time off, holidays, parental leave and flexible working arrangements.
• Access to up‑skilling programs, e‑learning courses and mobility opportunities.