Job Summary
As an Assembly Back Shop Technician 1 at United Rotorcraft, you are responsible for assembling, installing, testing, troubleshooting electrical systems, wiring harnesses, and components. You are also responsible for Fabricating, assembling and repairing composite components. This role ensures that all electrical assemblies and composite parts meet industry standards, company quality specifications, and regulatory requirements.
Assembly Back Shop Technician 1 will work closely with manufacturing engineers, quality control, and production teams to ensure timely and accurate completion of work. This role may require training or supervision to complete more complex tasks.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:
- Fabricate, assemble, repair, modify, test, operate, and troubleshoot of avionics/electrical modules, components, and wire harnesses
- Fabricate, assemble or repair composite production and aircraft parts.
- Design and construct composite and wood molds, fabricates plastic and composite parts from respective molds, constructs small sheet metal or wood parts as needed
- Perform electrical testing and troubleshooting to ensure proper functionality of components and assemblies
- Mark wires, assemble lay-ups, terminate (crimp, solder, and splice) to engineering blueprint specifications and/or work instructions
- Install wires and electrical components into electrical modules and assemblies
- Perform electrical continuity checks, operational tests, and acceptance test procedures per engineering and manufacturing instructions on harnesses and wired components
- Maintain accurate records of work performed, including test results, material usage, and certifications per company standards and procedures
- Collaborate with manufacturing engineers on deviations from stand procedures and quality defect root cause and corrective actions
- Assist in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, flow, quality, safety, and cost in the electrical assembly and wire harness processes
- Maintain shop and work area cleanliness
- Other duties as assigned
Additional Job Requirements
- Regular scheduled attendance
- Flexibility to work extended hours as needed to meet business demands
- Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling < 5%
Subject to applicable laws and Air Method’s policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods’ employment practices and policies.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position.
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and 0- 3 years’ related Electronics/Avionics experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Technical certification or associate degree in electrical/avionics trade, electronics, or related field preferred
- Basic knowledge of safety protocols, quality standards, and process awareness related to electrical component and wire harness manufacturing
- Basic understanding of blueprint reading an interpretation
Skills
To perform the job successfully, a candidate should be able to demonstrate the following competencies.
- Electrical Assembly/Wire Harness Assembly: proficient in assembling, wiring, and installing electrical components to ensure safety, quality, and adherence to specifications
- Technical Troubleshooting: ability to diagnose and resolve issues in electrical systems, including identifying faulty components and correcting wiring errors
- Safety Awareness: Knowledge of safety protocols related to electrical systems and a commitment to maintaining a safe working environment
- Collaboration: Effective communicator with the ability to work well with cross-functional teams, contributing to the overall success of the cell
- Attention to Detail: Meticulous in verifying the accuracy of work and paperwork, ensuring all components are correctly installed and meet quality standards
- Blueprint and Work Instruction Interpretation: Skilled in reading and understanding complex technical drawings, blueprints, and work instructions
Computer Skills
- Demonstrates ability to perform basic computer skills
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
- FAA Repairman Certificate or FCC License preferred
This position is subject to drug and/or alcohol testing per the DOT/FAA requirements (pre-employment, random, reasonable cause/suspicion, post-accident).
Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position.
Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
