Ground Support Technician

About the role

The Ground Support Technician joins Airbus' U.S. Manufacturing Facility in Mobile, AL, supporting the safe off‑loading and delivery of major component assemblies (MCA) to the Final Assembly Line. You will operate heavy lifting equipment and ensure components are positioned according to the production schedule.

Key responsibilities

• Safely off‑load MCAs from sea and road transport jigs onto Final Assembly Line (FAL) transportation trolleys.
• Deliver MCAs to designated FAL stations in line with the planning schedule.
• Operate overhead cranes with capacities ranging from 6.5 tons to 50 tons using multiple lifting configurations.
• Maintain compliance with all safety procedures and documentation.

Required profile

• Ability to follow detailed planning schedules and production directives.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and adherence to safety protocols.
• Physical capability to work in a manufacturing environment handling large components.

Required skills

• Overhead crane operation (6.5‑50 ton capacity) with multiple lifting configurations.
• Material handling of major component assemblies, including use of transport trolleys.

What we offer

• Competitive base salary with incentive compensation and profit‑sharing possibilities.
• Retirement savings plan, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) participation, and paid parental leave.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage.
• Access to unlimited e‑learning courses, leadership development programs, and opportunities for national and international mobility.
• Flexible working arrangements where feasible to support work‑life balance.