Blades Aircraft Technician Trainee

About the role

Airbus Helicopters is seeking a Blades Aircraft Technician Trainee to join its Blades Repair team in Grand Prairie, Texas. The trainee will work under the supervision of the Blade Shop Supervisor, performing repairs on rotor blades and related components.

Key responsibilities

• Clean, dis‑assemble, sand and apply filler material to rotor blades in preparation for repair and painting.
• Follow technical manuals, work orders and inspection reports to execute repair tasks.
• Cut and prepare materials required for blade repairs.
• Move rotor blades safely within the Airbus Helicopters facility as needed.
• Assist other technicians in the blade shop and participate in team activities.

Required profile

• Willingness to learn and work under direct supervision.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards in an aerospace manufacturing environment.

Required skills

• Blade cleaning
• Dis‑assembly of rotor components
• Sanding and filler application
• Painting preparation
• Material cutting for repairs
• Ability to read and apply technical manuals and work orders

What we offer

• Competitive base salary with incentive compensation and profit‑sharing possibilities.
• Retirement savings plan and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) participation.
• Paid time off, holidays and generous parental leave.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance.
• Access to up‑to‑10,000 e‑learning courses and global leadership development programs.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work‑life balance.