H135-F2 T3 Technician

• Perform all scheduled/unscheduled aircraft line maintenance and functional checks and testing activities as required in accordance with manuals and instructions including, but not limited to, the following: Aircraft Maintenance Manual; Aircraft Operations Management Manual; Component Maintenance Manual; Airbus Helicopters Service Letters; Airbus Helicopters Service Bulletins; Airbus Helicopters Alert Service Bulletin; Safran engine service manuals and bulletins; Corrosion and Erosion Control Guide; FAA Federal Aviation Regulations; and all applicable NASA and Kennedy Space Center manuals.
• Maintain hangar and ground support equipment.
• Fly onboard missions piloted by AHI and/or government personnel as may be required for maintenance activities and troubleshooting.
• Place spares orders to AHI and other vendors in a timely manner in order to efficiently support maintenance on the Aircraft.
• Ensure the Aircraft are mission-ready and perform day-to-day scheduled and any unscheduled emergency flight operations, diagnostic checks, unscheduled and preventative maintenance to ensure airworthiness and availability of the Aircraft.
• Support Sterling’s accounting department as needed in order to allow for preparation and submission of invoices.
• Perform installation, setup, and operational checks of helicopter mounted night vision equipment for missions requiring its use.
• Ensure AGE are safe and operable; perform calibration/certification of AGE in accordance with the Airbus calibration/certification plan and maintain related records; document the identification and removal of unserviceable AGE from use.
• Provide recommendations for standard and special tooling and any additional ground support equipment deemed required to ensure availability of the Aircraft for flights.
• Properly utilize all personal protective equipment (PPE) pursuant to instructions provided by Sterling.
• Track and maintain PPE calibration records in NAMIS and Traxxall as required.
• Identify and request any additional tools and equipment that may be required to properly maintain the Aircraft.
• Adhere to the applicable calibration/certification plan for tools and equipment utilized for maintenance operations that perform critical operations or final measurements.
• Ensure that records of maintenance, inspection, and alterations are maintained in accordance with FAA/Repair Station standards.
• Successfully complete training programs as instructed by Sterling. Training programs may include, but are not limited to, those offered by Sterling, AHI, and NASA, and maintain related training records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Current FAA A&P License 
• Current FAA IA Certificate - Will consider applicant who is willing to obtain certification
• 5 years prior experience  - H135 experience preferred
• Must live within 60 miles of KSC and be able to reliably commute 

• Working knowledge and understanding of the Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills to effectively interact with all levels of staff from different departments.
• Well‐developed interpersonal skills that promote and foster a team culture.
• Excellent time management, organizational, and problem‐solving skills to prioritize workload according to business demands.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Required Education and Experience: