Aircraft Mechanic / Inspector - Flightline and Delivery
Areas of operation
GermanyJob Description
About the Company Airbus is looking for an aircraft mechanic and inspector in Flightline & Delivery to support the A320 Family. The Airbus goal is to pioneer sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world, and the single-aisle programme is the most successful and versatile jetliner family ever built. Flightline & Delivery is a highly dynamic environment in which the aircraft passes through its final steps before handover to the customer, requiring a high degree of flexibility and independence. Your Location You work at the largest civil aircraft production site in Hamburg. Its position on the southern bank of the Elbe makes commuting by ferry possible, and Hamburg offers a lively metropolitan culture alongside nautical heritage. Key Responsibilities Prepare and secure the operational readiness of the aircraft during the production and flight test phases in line with the programme plan. Carry out system tests on the aircraft and replace mechanical components. Perform functional checks and precise leak tests on various systems in accordance with the AMM, RTI or work order. Carry out standard servicing work on the aircraft, including cleaning, air conditioning, draining and filling systems. Prepare and handle aircraft for engine tests, test flights, customer acceptance flights and delivery flights. Look after international customers during the flight test and delivery phase, resolve complaints in a solution-oriented way, and document all technical entries in the Airbus LogBook (ALB) and Customer LogBook (CLB). Licences & Qualifications Completed aviation-technical vocational training, for example as an aircraft mechanic, ideally supplemented by a valid CAT A (Mechanic) with the A320 type entered on the Aircraft Maintenance Licence (AML). Valid category B driving licence. Experience Several years of practical experience in aircraft manufacturing or maintenance. Confident handling of technical aircraft documentation and of modern test equipment and tools. Requirements Strong ability to cooperate with colleagues and a high level of service orientation in direct customer contact. Business-fluent German and technical English, given the international documentation and customer base. What We Offer Attractive remuneration and special payments. 30 days of paid annual leave plus additional days off for special occasions. Excellent further training options and international, group-wide development prospects. Additional benefits: employer-funded pension scheme, employee share options, discounted car leasing, bike leasing, special insurance rates, a public transport travel allowance and employee discounts with partner companies. On-site facilities: a nearby kindergarten, a doctor for check-ups and other health-related services, a canteen and a cafeteria. Support for combining family life and work through flexitime and additional time accounts for individual breaks. Work in a diverse environment with more than 140 nationalities where every voice is heard. Additional Information The work takes place in alternating shifts; willingness to work a two-shift system and occasional Saturday work is required. Applications should be submitted online with complete documents: a motivation letter including salary expectations and possible start date, a CV, the last two references and training certificates. Company: Airbus Operations GmbH. Employment type: permanent. Experience level: professional. Job family: Flight line. The role requires awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity.
Requirements
- Prepare and secure the operational readiness of the aircraft during the production and flight test phases in line with the programme plan.
- Carry out system tests on the aircraft and replace mechanical components.
- Perform functional checks and precise leak tests on various systems in accordance with the AMM, RTI or work order.
- Carry out standard servicing work on the aircraft, including cleaning, air conditioning, draining and filling systems.
- Prepare and handle aircraft for engine tests, test flights, customer acceptance flights and delivery flights.
- Look after international customers during the flight test and delivery phase, resolve complaints in a solution-oriented way, and document all technical entries in the Airbus LogBook (ALB) and Customer LogBook (CLB).
- Completed aviation-technical vocational training, for example as an aircraft mechanic, ideally supplemented by a valid CAT A (Mechanic) with the A320 type entered on the Aircraft Maintenance Licence (AML).
- Valid category B driving licence.
- Several years of practical experience in aircraft manufacturing or maintenance.
- Confident handling of technical aircraft documentation and of modern test equipment and tools.
- Strong ability to cooperate with colleagues and a high level of service orientation in direct customer contact.
- Business-fluent German and technical English, given the international documentation and customer base.
- Attractive remuneration and special payments.
- 30 days of paid annual leave plus additional days off for special occasions.
- Excellent further training options and international, group-wide development prospects.
- On-site facilities: a nearby kindergarten, a doctor for check-ups and other health-related services, a canteen and a cafeteria.
- Support for combining family life and work through flexitime and additional time accounts for individual breaks.
- Work in a diverse environment with more than 140 nationalities where every voice is heard.
Benefits
- Additional benefits: employer-funded pension scheme, employee share options, discounted car leasing, bike leasing, special insurance rates, a public transport travel allowance and employee discounts with partner companies.