Aircraft Maintenance Strategist

Pacific Crown Helicopters is a leading helicopter sales and maintenance facility.

**Job Overview**: We are seeking an experienced Aircraft Maintenance Strategist to join our team. The successful candidate will provide high-level engineering support, technical interpretation, and strategic development of our Safran Approved Maintenance Centre Approval.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high level engineering support, technical interpretation on Safran Arriel and Arrius series engines
• Strategically develop the PCH / Safran Approved Maintenance Centre Approval with the General Manager, Sales Manager - Engines, QASM and the DOM with a view to attaining approval up to and beyond level 3 compliance
• Undertake all necessary module maintenance, replacements, service bulletin, AD, TU and accessory maintenance as required to assure the operational integrity and compliance of the engines
• Facilitate continual improvement & updating for all engine series tooling and GSE
• Maintain a level of facility husbandry with regards to access, security, cleanliness & control to assure the integrity of the assigned tasking products
• Monitor, draft, file and update as required, all Safran online, PCH proprietary & CASA regulatory documentation to assure the integrity and recording of the product
• Interpreting plans, drawings and specifications, and providing advice on engine procedures, construction and maintenance requirements
• Manage the Engine Shop budget and Schedule, being sure to liaise with Customers & the DOM
• Undertake necessary business development plans and procedures to achieve government funding & private equity investment
• Determine, implement and monitor engine shop strategies, policies & plans in concert with Sales & Quality Manager
• Present training and mentorship with regard to the Safran product line for the benefit of all technical employees
• Ensure Airworthiness integrity and continued reliability of the Safran product range for the elimination of defects, rework & warranty rectifications
• Retrain significant Safran Engine familiarity & technical competence as proportionate to everyday interventions and interactions. This will include all online publication access, familiarity & regulatory control
• Travel interstate/international to gain further training and/or attend events - Covid 19 vaccine compliance is required

Requirements:

• Aircraft LAME, A&P (or equivalent B1.3) maintenance Authority vested from a National Aviation Authority
• Significant Arriel & Arrius Series engine module maintenance experience to level 2 (minimum) & Level 3 (preferred). It will be expected that associated familiarity with all relevant TU, SB, & AD assignments to these engine serials will be known
• Airbus H125, H130, H120, EC 135 series aircraft maintenance approvals and/or maintenance experience exposure as they relate to the operation and installation of the engine series
• EASA / FAA or equivalent maintenance management exposure with regards to a Safran Service Centre tasking levels 1 and 2 (minimum)
• Safran Arrius and Arriel series Engine level 1-2 & 3 Certified Maintenance Approval and OEM Training Credit
• NDT Training (radiographic, Eddy Current, or ultrasonic) as applicable
• Second Language Skills
• Training or Certification in Risk Management, Auditing, Health & Safety, Planning, Scheduling
• ISO9001, Safety or Quality Management Training and/or Accreditation
• Qualification as a Cert IV Trainer or Train the Trainer qualification
• Tertiary Qualifications in an Engineering or Science Discipline

**What We Offer:**

We offer a competitive salary package and opportunities for professional growth and development.

About Us:

Our company specialises in helicopter sales, parts, completion, modification, refurbishment and heavy maintenance.