Test Bench Technician - LRUS

Safran Helicopter Engines Technician

Summary of

Job Purpose:

Operate a test bench to perform the calibration of the Arriel 1, Arriel 2 and Arrius 2 Safran Helicopter Engines family Fuel Control Unit (FCU and Hydro-Mechanical Unit (HMU).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Calibrate FCU and/or HMU per assigned Overhaul manual or Component Maintenance Manual.
• Perform trouble shooting when performance is not meet.
• Perform allowed repair on the test bench such as drive shaft sealing replacement.
• Replace sub-assemblies such as deltaP when trouble shooting required it.
• Perform investigation and warranty test following the Investigation Workscope and provide data/feedback to investigator.
• May be assigned responsibility for training of co-workers and ensures that they are properly trained for each task they are performing.
• Define and implement changes as necessary to improve processes.
• Ensure that safety is a priority.
• Ensure cleanliness of work area.
• May be assigned responsibility for maintenance performed during his/her shift.
• Supports Safran Helicopter Engines and management policies.

Scopes and Accountabilities:

• Quality, reliability, and safety of product are the primary focuses. Errors must be eliminated and reported immediately to the area supervisor.
• Selects appropriate procedures for activity being performed from several options.
• Must inform supervisor promptly of all deviation noted during work processes.
• Errors may lead to waste and the need to repeat most or all of the work.
• All work performed must be documented on the appropriate form when required and after completion of each step as required.
• Must work in a safe manner at all times.

Required Competencies;
Education / Knowledge /

Skills and Abilities:

• FCU and/or HMU assembly and repair qualification preferred.
• SAP Knowledge preferred.
• MyInd Knowledge preferred.
• Mechanical/technical/interpersonal – Advanced – Skills must be adapted to the unique requirements of the organization.
• Intermediate – Microsoft Office:
  Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Powerplant License preferred
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.

This position requires access to information and hardware subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The selected candidate must be a U.S. person or must meet eligibility requirements for access to export-controlled information and hardware.

Company Information:

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking. Safran Helicopter Engines is the world's leading manufacturer of helicopter engines, with more than 75,000 produced since being founded. It offers the widest range of helicopter turbo shafts in the world and has more than 2,500 customers in 155 countries.

Locate your future workplace:

2709 Forum Drive TX 75052

Grand Prairie

Texas United States