UH-72 Helicopter Mechanic

Location: Southwest Texas Region

Employment: contract to hire 

Job Overview

SkyBridge Aviation is seeking experienced UH-72 Helicopter Mechanics to support rotary-wing maintenance operations in the Southwest Texas region. This position plays a critical role in maintaining aircraft readiness and supporting daily mission requirements on the LUH-72 platform.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience performing aircraft maintenance, troubleshooting, structural repairs, and component replacement on Airbus rotary-wing aircraft. Candidates must be able to work independently in a fast-paced maintenance environment while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repair, and modification of aircraft structures, structural components, and engines
• Troubleshoot and repair aircraft mechanical systems including flight controls, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and related components
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions using technical manuals, blueprints, and maintenance documentation
• Perform aircraft structural repairs and sheet metal modifications as required
• Utilize precision measuring tools and aircraft-specific support equipment including torque wrenches, micrometers, dial indicators, cable tensiometers, and test equipment
• Make accurate entries in aircraft maintenance logs and records
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to lower-level technicians
• Support aircraft delivery schedules and maintenance deadlines through effective workload prioritization
• Ensure compliance with all applicable maintenance and safety procedures
• Apply proper FOD prevention and tool control practices at all times
• Support field maintenance requirements and travel as needed
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License required
• Minimum of 3–5 years of rotary-wing maintenance experience on the LUH-72, EC-145, or BK-117 platform required
• Airbus rotary-wing aircraft experience required
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain military base access
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office programs
• Strong understanding of Army aviation maintenance regulations and procedures including AR 95-20, DA PAM 738-751, and AR 700-138
• Must have own tools and meet minimum tool list requirements

Preferred Experience

• Aircraft structural modification and sheet metal repair experience
• Military aviation maintenance background
• Experience supporting operational Army aviation environments

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, crouch, and work in varying maintenance environments for extended periods
• Ability to work on ladders, maintenance stands, and elevated platforms using fall protection equipment
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to operate support equipment, power tools, forklifts, and ground support equipment
• Ability to read gauges, micrometers, and maintenance documentation
• Must possess normal color vision and depth perception
• Ability to communicate effectively in a maintenance environment

Additional Information

• Candidates must be able to travel in support of maintenance operations as required
• Must comply with all drug-free workplace requirements including pre-employment and random drug testing
• Tools required

Apply today to join SkyBridge Aviation and support critical rotary-wing aviation operations.