Machining Shop Worker (100%, all genders)

Are you a skilled Machining Shop Worker with a passion for aviation? Join our dedicated team at Austrian Airlines, where your expertise will be essential in maintaining the highest standards of safety and performance for our aircraft.

Requirements:

• Completed technical education or apprenticeship (e.g., in aviation technology, mechanical engineering, metalworking, or similar)
• Hands-on experience in metalworking, including proficient use of lathes, milling, and tube-bending machines
• Proven welding skills with valid welding certificates
• Previous experience in the aviation industry is a strong advantage, particularly in structural repairs or component maintenance
• Ability to interpret and work from technical drawings and maintenance documentation (e.g., SRM, CMM)
• Flexibility and willingness to work in shifts, including weekends and holidays
• Resilience and ability to perform under pressure, especially in AOG situations
• Good command of English, both written and spoken (technical English is required)
• Basic computer skills; experience with maintenance management systems (e.g., AMOS) is a plus
• Team player with a strong sense of responsibility
• Category B driving license is an advantage
• You have unrestricted access to the Austrian labor market.
• Please apply online only.

Tasks:

• Perform metal structure repairs on aircraft and components following maintenance repair instructions with precision.
• Assess damages in accordance with manufacturer guidelines, including the Structural Repair Manual (SRM).
• Manufacture bushings and bearings using lathe machinery to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Create fuel tubes, hoses, and drain tubes on the tube-bending machine to meet operational requirements.
• Conduct welding and weld repairs on various aircraft components, ensuring structural integrity and compliance with safety standards.
• Produce specialized tools using lathe and milling machines to enhance maintenance capabilities.
• Ream bore lugs and install bushings and bearings as part of essential component maintenance.
• Execute maintenance and repairs on shop-related aircraft components according to the Component Maintenance Manual (CMM), including Yaw Dumpers, spring rods, and latches.
• Manage AOG (Aircraft on Ground) repairs effectively under time-sensitive conditions to minimize aircraft downtime.