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About Leonardo Helicopters

About Leonardo Helicopters

Leonardo is a global leader in aerospace, defense and security. This is a truly exciting opportunity to join a world-class company and industry leader that not only manufactures helicopters for commercial use, but proudly serves the U.S. Military.

Based in Philadelphia's Northeast neighborhood since 1980, Leonardo Helicopters US is home to an AW119, AW139 and AW609 Part 21 production facility; Part 145 maintenance center delivering top-rated customer support across North and South America; and modern training academy featuring all new Full Flight Simulators, Maintenance Trainers, classrooms, and lounges.


Leonardo helicopters are flown by EMS, Search and Rescue, law enforcement, firefighters, energy, government agencies and private citizens across the globe. Additionally, they supply the TH-73 training helicopter to the U.S Navy and the MH-139 with Boeing to the U.S. Air Force.


Pro Pilot magazine's Helicopter Product Support Survey ranked Leonardo #1 for five consecutive years!

Leonardo Helicopters US is home to an AW119, AW139 and AW609 Part 21 production facility; Part 145 maintenance center delivering top-rated customer support across North and South America; and modern training academy featuring all new Full Flight Simulators, Maintenance Trainers, classrooms, and lounges.
This is a truly exciting opportunity to join a world-class company and industry leader that not only manufactures helicopters for commercial use, but proudly serves the U.S. Military. When you walk through Leonardo's Philadelphia operations, it is immediately evident how strong their ties are with the military and how proud they are of their former military employees.

Why Leonardo?

This is a truly exciting opportunity to join a world-class company and industry leader that not only manufactures helicopters for commercial use, but proudly serves the U.S. Military. When you walk through Leonardo's Philadelphia operations, it is immediately evident how strong their ties are with the military and how proud they are of their former military employees. Most recently, Leonardo was awarded a $110.5M contract to deliver 26 TH-73A training helicopters to the U.S. Navy. As well, Leonardo is constantly innovating, and is in the process of obtaining FAA approval of its AW609 TiltRotor aircraft.

Joining Leonardo is an opportunity to start a rewarding long-term career within a dynamic, cutting-edge and growing organization in the Aerospace industry, where you can grow professionally, build and maintain the best helicopters in the world, and continue to serve our military.


Benefits:

Comprehensive benefit package includes a fully paid medical, dental and vision plan (no monthly premium!), 401K with up to 6% Match, Paid Time Off (19 days for 0-3yrs employment), an Employee Assistance Program, Health Advocacy Services, Employee Discounts Program, Credit Union Membership, College Tuition Benefit, College Loan Services, Adoption Assistance Program, Scholarship Program, and a Tuition Reimbursement Benefit.

Careers With Leonardo Helicopters

Location:
Philadelphia, PA


Shifts:


Part 21 (Production) runs two shifts - you will start on 1st shift, flexibility to work 2nd shift is a plus:

  • 1st Shift: Mon-Fri 7am-3:30pm - may be asked to work weekends and/or holidays.
  • 2nd Shift: Mon-Fri 3:30pm-12am - may be asked to work weekends and/or holidays.


Part 145 (Maintenance) runs two shifts:

  • 1st Shift: Mon-Fri 7am-3:30pm - may be asked to work weekends and/or holidays
  • 2nd Shift: Mon-Thu 1pm-11:30pm (4x10 schedule)


Compensation: Depends on position and experience:

  • Jr Completions Mechanical Technician: $27.74/hr - $30.00/hr
  • Mechanical FAL Technician: $30.18/hr - $32.98/hr
  • Sr Mechancal FAL / FL Mech Tech: $33.05/hr - $36.30/hr
  • Completions Mechanical Technician: $33.05/hr - $36.30/hr
  • Sr FL Mech Tech / Sr Completions Mech: $37.16/hr - $40.67/hr


Requirements:


Leonardo is seeking Mechanical Technicians with skills in Technical documentation, Work instructions, Assembly instructions, Maintenance manuals, Engineering drawings, Manufacturing, Bolt torquing, Tightening specifications, Tool operation, Engine installation, Powertrain assembly, Transmission installation, Fuel system installation, A/C installation and maintenance (Refrigeration systems, Compressor installation), Precision measurement and Hydraulic system overhaul.


Mechanical Final Assembly Line (FAL) Technician (Part 21):

  • Accurately install all mechanical parts for helicopter assembly, such as rotor head, transmissions, engines, hydraulic lines and flight controls.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of mechanical aviation production required.
  • Knowledge of rotor or fixed wing aircraft.
  • General overall knowledge of aviation mechanics.
  • Able to perform standard assembly operations and fitting of major assemblies.
    • Crimp pipe, fit hydraulic systems, fit fuel bags, use torque wrenches and overhead cranes.
    • Fit landing gear, engines, tail assembly, MGB, TGB, IGB, shafts, flight controls, aesthetics sealing
  • Able to work through obstacles and know the best method to perform the job.


Mechanical Flight Line (FL) Technician (Part 21):

  • Assist in the transfer of helicopters from the Production line to Flight Line.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • A&P certificate a plus but not necessary.
  • 5 years of aviation mechanical maintenance training/experience.
  • Rotor wing experience preferred.
  • Able to perform standard assembly operations, fitting of major assemblies and ATP operating tests.
    • Crimp pipe, fit hydraulic systems, fit fuel bags, use torque wrenches and overhead cranes.
    • Fit landing gear, engines, tail assembly, MGB, TGB, IGB, shafts, flight controls, aesthetics sealing.
    • Pressure testing on hydraulic pipes, fuel, ECS system, mechanical components, hydraulic benches


Completions Mechanical Technician (Part 145):

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • FAA A&P Certificate
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul environment or P145.
  • Experience on repairs of Helicopter Dynamic Components is a plus.
  • Knowledge on computer system and able to handle electronic information including but not limited to IETP's, FAA information, BT's, and/or company drawings.
  • Able to log information on computers for work performed.
  • Follow AS9100 regulations.
  • Knowledge of mechanical and electrical principals as applied to aviation and must be able to use / interpret diagrams, blueprints and technical publications.

Location:
Philadelphia, PA


Shifts:


Part 21 (Production) runs two shifts - you will start on 1st shift, flexibility to work 2nd shift is a plus:

  • 1st Shift: Mon-Fri 7am-3:30pm - may be asked to work weekends and/or holidays.
  • 2nd Shift: Mon-Fri 3:30pm-12am - may be asked to work weekends and/or holidays.


Part 145 (Maintenance) runs two shifts:

  • 1st Shift: Mon-Fri 7am-3:30pm - may be asked to work weekends and/or holidays
  • 2nd Shift: Mon-Thu 1pm-11:30pm (4x10 schedule)


Compensation: Depends on position and experience:

  • Completions Avionics Tech (Jr): $27.74/hr - $30.00/hr
  • FAL Technician: $30.18/hr - $32.98/hr
  • Sr Mechancal FAL / FL Mech Tech: $33.05/hr - $36.30/hr
  • Completions Mechanical Technician: $33.05/hr - $36.30/hr
  • Sr FL Mech Tech / Sr Completions Mech: $37.16/hr - $40.67/hr

*2nd Shift earns $1.50/hr Shift Differential


Requirements:


Avionics Final Assembly Line (FAL) Technician (Part 21):

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of Electrical/Avionics aviation production required.
  • Knowledge of rotor or fixed wing aircraft
  • General overall knowledge of aviation electrical/avionics components.
  • Able to use a variety of manual hand tools such as crimpers, strippers, wire cutters, heat shrink gun, complex, specialized aircraft test equipment, etc.


Avionics Flight Line (FL) Technician (Part 21):

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • 5 years of aviation maintenance training/experience.
  • Rotor wing experience preferred.
  • Ability to assemble, modify and install wire bundles, conductors, and other electrical components.
  • Ability to run wires, crimp and solder wires, pin wires and connectors, terminate wires, read schematics, (blueprints/job cards).


Completions Avionics Technician (Part 145):

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • FAA A&P Certificate* *Avionics Technicians with ample experience may be eligible to earn a Repairman's License, in lieu of A&P Certificate.
  • Minimum of 3 years of aircraft maintenance experience (I-level maintenance). Helicopter experience is desired.
  • Knowledge of mechanical and electrical principals as applied to aviation and must be able to use / interpret diagrams, blueprints and technical publications.

*2nd Shift earns $1.50/hr Shift Differential

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