Flight Control Mechanic - 3rd Shift

Overview

Airbus US Manufacturing Facility is looking for a Flight Control Mechanic - 3rd Shift to join our team based in Mobile, AL.

This position is responsible for the systems installation of the aircraft for the final assembly line.

The team at the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing facilities assemble the finest aircraft in the world, along two (soon to be three) production lines for the A220 and A320 Family aircraft. On the shop floor you ll be surrounded by individuals who are passionate about aviation and skilled in areas like electrical, structure and quality. Join our team and help build the next generation of aircraft.

Nearby on  Airbus Way  you will find the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility for commercial aircraft. Opened at the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley in 2015, the facility produces A320 Family aircraft and added a second product line for the A220 in 2019. The facility, which strengthens the U.S. aerospace industry, is part of Airbus  strategy to enhance its global competitiveness by meeting the growing needs of its customers in the United States and beyond.

• Financial Rewards: Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan ("ESOP").
• Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program.
• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan ("EAP") and other supplemental benefit coverages.
• Individual Development: Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility.

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and accessibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

• Prepare mechanical components at the station/work place/aircraft parking space
• Installation and manufacture: mark, prepare, assemble, adapt, torque and secure mechanical components and parts
• Inspect bonding as per order/GTI, drawing and specifications
• Check system functions
• Specialized in the one Area mentioned below:
• VTP and HTP installation, Hydraulic lines installation
• Installation in the Area of the Belly fairing and Flap installation
• Installation concerning Air conditioning and Fuel system
• MLG & Tank Test
• Gauging Test

• Required: 2 years minimum experience in Aviation Production or equivalent required.
• Knowledge: System/Mechanical tasks
• LEAN: Good knowledge and experience in LEAN practices
• Flexibility: High degree of flexibility
• Pressure: Ability to work under high pressure
• Preferred: 5+ years hands-on experience in Aviation Production
• Education: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• Training after recruitment: Health & Safety, General aircraft familiarization, Quality trainings

• Communication: Must be able to read, write and communicate in English
• Physical requirements: Vision, Hearing, Speaking, Equipment Operation, Confined Space, Carrying, Lifting, Pushing/Pulling, Sitting, Squatting/Kneeling, Standing, Travel, Walking

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Company: Airbus Americas, Inc.

Employment Type: US - Direct Hire

Experience Level: Professional

Remote Type: On-site

Job Family: Systems Installation

Job Posting End Date: 10.08.2025

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