Blade Technician

• 309966

We are pioneers. We were the first to break the sound barrier and design the first functional jetpack. We were aboard NASA’s first lunar mission and brought advanced tiltrotor systems to market. Today, we are defining the future of on demand mobility. At Bell, we are proud to be an iconic company with superb talent, rapidly creating novel and coveted vertical lift experiences.

JOB SUMMARY:

At Bell, thinking above and beyond is what we do best. For more than 80 years, we’ve been reimagining the experience of flight – and where it can take us.

We are pioneers. We were the first to break the sound barrier and to certify a commercial helicopter. We were aboard NASA’s first lunar mission and brought advanced tiltrotor systems to market. And today, we’re defining the future of on demand mobility.

Bell is currently looking for a Blade Technician for a facility in Broussard, Louisiana. This site is responsible for blade repair activities.

This position may be assigned to work overtime, depending on production needs. This position works under direction of Production and Quality management.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

The primary responsibilities include the following:

• Perform composite repairs on aircraft components in accordance with FAA and OEM requirements
• Rotor blade repair activities include sanding, cleaning, and blade specific maintenance
• Minor repairs and balancing of main and tail rotor blades
• Read and interpret repair instructions, make accurate measurements, and read blueprints
• Apply sealants as required for blade repairs
• Demonstrate safe work habits, and always wear proper PPE
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Position Requirements:

• General mechanical or similar work experience
• Effective communication skills, both verbally and written
• Knowledge of personal computers
• Attention to detail and follow directions, both written and verbal
• Ability to maintain good eye-hand coordination
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior blade repair experience may be a plus, and may qualify selected candidate for a higher level/pay grade

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Safely move parts and tools onto and off of the work areas
• Ability to use/manipulate objects – such as tools and parts – with a high degree of precision
• Safely access and/or work in all parts of the production floor
• Stand for long periods of time as needed

Don’t miss the chance to join a diverse, inclusive environment that embodies one of our core values, Lift Each Other Up. As a member of our global workforce, you will collaborate with dedicated, enthusiastic teams where differences in experiences, backgrounds and ideas combined with a strong passion for our products take us above and beyond flight.

EEO Statement

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Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including US Citizenship, for access to classified information. This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)., Non-U.S. persons selected must meet eligibility requirements for access to export-restricted information. , The ITAR/EAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Recruiting Company Bell Textron Inc.

Primary Location US-Louisiana-Broussard

Job Field Manufacturing

Schedule Full-time

Job Level Individual Contributor

Shift First Shift

Job Posting 04/24/2023, 1:57:37 PM

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