Propulsion Technician

Job Description

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Job Description:

Aerovel (the Airbus Helicopters Flexrotor Program) is looking for a Propulsion Technician to join our Manufacturing Production Team based in Bingen, WA .

Meet the Team:
The Airbus Helicopters Flexrotor Program offers one of the most sophisticated small tactical unmanned aerial systems (STUAS) with vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). It can be used day or night by US and allied forces for a diverse range of intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition and reconnaissance (ISTAR) on land and at sea.

Your Working Environment:
Nestled in the heart of the spectacular Columbia River Gorge in Bingen, WA, our workplace offers innovation and the ability to contribute to game-changing solutions while enjoying the flexibility to spread your wings. Whether it's solving complex challenges, or celebrating victories, you’ll be part of a cohesive crew that thrives on innovation and the beauty that the Northwest has to offer!

How We Care for You:

• 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.
  

Your Challenges:

• Assemble and test production engines, fuel tanks, and ignition systems.
• Assemble, test and calibrate production rotor systems and related components.
• Perform propulsion systems development, fabrication, and assembly.
• Troubleshoot failure modes and provide photo documentation.
• Operate manual machine tools, rill, lathe, mill, dyno etc.
• Align, fit or assemble propulsion system component parts, using hand or
  power tools.
• Maintain part inventory and order replacement inventory as needed.
• Review of documentations including drawing, schematics, and Bill of materials.
• Assisting with manufacturing/ production / quality process improvement.
• Develop work instructions, test procedures and quality documentation.

Your Boarding Pass:

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience designing test setups related to mechanical systems.
• Understanding of electro-mechanical systems, such as engine test stands, etc.
• Experience with data acquisition systems.
• Fundamental understanding of two stroke engines and fuel systems.
• Experience with tools and equipment related to engines.

Physical Requirements:

• Onsite: 100% - onsite in Bingen, Washington.
  
• Vision: able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings daily
  
• Hearing: able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds including safety warnings or alarms daily
  
• Speaking: able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications daily
  
• Equipment Operation: able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment daily
  
• Carrying: able to carry documents, drawings, electronic equipment up to 10lbs daily
  
• Lifting: able to lift documents, drawings, electronic equipment up to 10lbs daily
  
• Pushing / Pulling: able to push and pull small office furniture occasionally
  
• Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on computer daily
  
• Squatting / Kneeling: able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving occasionally
  
• Standing: able to stand for discussions in offices daily
  
• Travel: able to travel independently and at short notice rarely
  
• Walking: able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces daily
  
• Personal Protective Equipment required: Steel-toed shoes are required for all shop floor visits, appropriate hearing/eye protection may also be required when visiting the shop floor.
  
• Ability to work in the US without current, or future, need for visa sponsorship/work authorization is required for this opportunity.
  

Ability to work in the US without current, or future need of visa sponsorship/work authorization is required for this position.

Hourly range:

Hourly range based on the required profile: $17.24 - 27.44/hour. Actual minimum and maximum may vary based on geographic differential. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors. This position offers the following benefits: Medical insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Prescription insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Basic & Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance, Short and Long-term Disability insurance, 401(k), Paid time off including paid holidays, Tuition Assistance, Bonus(es) subject to performance criteria. These are our current benefit offerings for the current plan year and are subject to change without notice..

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A full job description will be provided to candidates who progress to the interview stage or any candidate upon request.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:
Aerovel Corporation

Employment Type:
US - Direct Hire

Experience Level:
Professional

Remote Type:
On-site

Job Family:
Assembly & Integration
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Job Posting End Date: 02.27.2026

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