Early Careers Apprenticeship

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Job Description:

Airbus is an international pioneer in the aerospace industry. We are a leader in designing, manufacturing and delivering aerospace products, services and solutions to customers on a global scale. We aim for a better-connected, safer and more prosperous world.

A commercial aircraft manufacturer, with Space and Defence as well as Helicopters Divisions, Airbus is the largest aeronautics and space company in Europe and a worldwide leader .

Airbus has built on its strong European heritage to become truly international - with roughly 180 locations and 12,000 direct suppliers globally. The company has aircraft and helicopter final assembly lines across Asia, Europe and the Americas, and has achieved a more than sixfold order book increase since 2000.

Position Summary:

Education and occupational training program in four areas of manufacturing that combines on-the-job work experience with technical or classroom study. Designed to develop aviation manufacturing job skills to support entry into the workforce.

Primary Responsibilities:

Corrosion Protection Specialist

• Applies corrosion protection products to the aircraft throughout the assembly process.

• Identifies opportunities for process improvements and participates in LEAN activities.

• Performs cleaning of interior and exterior of aircraft including permit required confined spaces while using basic methods such as wiping and scraping of metal shavings, liquids, etc.

• Performs the duties of confined space attendant with responsibility to monitor activities inside and outside of a confined space, keep accurate count of entrants, ensure awareness of all hazards in the space and surrounding area, and summons rescue and other emergency services as soon as it is determined that entrants may need assistance to escape from the confined space.

• Performs installation of protection covers such as formal protective covers and alternate methods of protection.

• Use authorized chemicals to clean aircraft.

Structures Assembler

• Perform repair work (concessions/discrepancies).

• Positioning and assembly of components.

• Rework of external skin damage of the aircraft.

• Work in compliance with production orders, design documents, concessions and inspection procedures.

• Prepare and solve queries, ensure follow-up and give feedback.

• Examine and sort work orders and drawings.

• Prepare a job station for daily activity.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Cabin Installation

• Assemble interior furnishing and equipping parts, including cockpit, doors, galleys, toilets and floor covering.

• Install and test electrical units/components.

• Inspect work of other team members, determine ways to eliminate disruptions/rework, complete systems before customer acceptance, and deliver presentations to customers.

• Install and manufacture components/parts (i.e. marking, connecting, assembling, bundling, painting, fitting, torqueing, bonding, attaching, disassembling, positioning and repairs).

Electrical Installer

• Perform tests and inspections including but not limited to: the preparation and change of programs, checks system functions in compliance with work orders, inspects earth connections, performs continuity tests including GTI, start of operation, troubleshooting, debugging, entering of measured values and documenting same in the SAP system.

• Installs and produces electrical components at the station as per order including collecting, reading, comparing and set-up.

• Prepares electrical components at the station or workplace according to work order including marking, preparing, laying, connecting, assembling, bundling, painting and soldering of parts, assemblies and sub-assemblies.

• Adapts, torques and secures electrical components including: equipment panels, printed circuit boards, sections and the documentation of works and queries (e.g. PIR Book, outstanding work folio items).

• Responsible for the sequencing and performance of work and subsequent results
  

Qualified Experience / Skills / Training:

Education:

• Required: High school diploma or GED.

Experience:

• Use of drilling tools, templates, drilling machines, fasteners, and torquing tools.

Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities:

• Knowledge of station safety, quality (clean as you go/FOD) and OSHA regulations .

Communication Skills (Spoken, Written, Influencing, Proficiency in Other Languages):

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Technical Systems Proficiency:

• Able to enter, generate and retrieve information using a computer (SAP and Excel knowledge required)

Physical Requirements:

• Vision: adequate to enter and read material on computer screens. Able to identify markings and digital outputs on calibrated tools. Able to identify individuals to initiate greetings, the giving of directions and other business interactions

• Hearing: able to hear sufficiently to engage in conversation in office settings. Able to hear safety alerts and warning signals.

• Speaking: able to engage in conversations in person and via electronic means and deliver information to groups of varying size with or without amplification.

• Equipment Operation: Able to operate a wide range of tools and equipment including hydraulic lifts and arms.

• Carrying: able to occasionally carry up to 20lbs/9kg while engaging in training, addressing production issues or as part of continuous improvement projects.

• Lifting: able to occasionally lift up to 30lbs/14kg.

• Pushing/Pulling: able to push/pull items in office areas and on the shop floor.

• Sitting: able to sit for extended periods of time at the computer and in meetings.

• Squatting/Kneeling: able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items shelved on bottom shelves.

• Standing: able to stand for extended periods of time delivering information.

• Travel/Mobility: able to travel overseas and domestically sometimes for extended periods of time and on short notice. Able to work outside hangers in changing locations. Able to work on movable lifts at the aircraft at a height of approximately 40 ft. Able to enter a wing through a 9.8 inch by 17.7 inch oval opening, while sometimes working in a ventilated fuel tank with a respirator in a confined space.

• Walking: able to walk through office and production areas, around flight line and airstrips and sometimes on uneven indoor or outdoor surfaces other business interactions

Equal Opportunity:

Airbus is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Airbus is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

As a leader in our field, Airbus provides relocation assistance for qualified positions and a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered.

Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Americas, Inc.

Employment Type:

Apprenticeship

Experience Level:

Entry Level

Remote Type:

On-site

Job Family:

Support to Management

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Job Posting End Date: 03.30.2024

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