AW169 NVG A&P Mechanic/Hoist Operator Texas

AW169 NVG A&P Mechanic/Hoist Operator Texas

Position: Flight Engineer (Hoist Operator / A&P Mechanic) Aircraft: Leonardo AW169 Location: Sabine Pass, Texas Schedule: Rotational, 14 days on/14 days off

HeliService USA is seeking an experienced and dedicated hoist operator to join our team in Sabine Pass, Texas. As part of our dynamic team, you will work and fly on a fleet of AW169 helicopters, ensuring their maintenance and operational readiness for challenging and essential missions. You will conduct offshore hoist operations both day and night to facilitate marine pilot transfers to vessels. Join a team committed to excellence, safety, and mission success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform daily and periodic inspections, repair and maintenance of engines, and airframes as required by manufacturer guidance, industry best practices, FAA regulations, and company directives.
• Be well versed in a variety of hoisting situations day and night, to include but not limited to high hoists, confined area, elevated platform, and vessel operations.
• Be responsible in the cabin for passengers and inform the pilots when cabin is ready, ensuring harbor pilots and any other passengers are seated within CG limits and that equipment is stowed and secured.
• Maintain flight currency and training minimums as applicable.
• Ensure cleanliness of company equipment such as aircraft, vehicles, offices, hanger, and living quarters.
• Other tasks as assigned by the Chief Aircrewman or Base Lead.

Qualifications:

• Required:
• A&P Certificate required.
• Prior hoist and/or aircrew experience.
• Annual "fit for duty" physical required.
• Work Authorization/Sponsorship: Applicants must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
• Preferred:
• Three (3) to five (5) years of helicopter maintenance experience.
• Three (3) years' previous experience on a dedicated rotary-wing SAR or hoist aircraft serving as a Helicopter Hoist Operator (Winch Operator).
• Night SAR unaided and/or NVG Operational experience.
• Familiarity with Leonardo family of aircraft (AW169/AW139).

Why Join HeliService USA?

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Salary (contingent on experience) $80,000 to $100,000/year
• Per Diem $60 per day
• Structured rotational schedule providing work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• State-of-the-art equipment and a commitment to operational excellence.

HeliService USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining a safe and inclusive workplace. We value professionalism, skill, and dedication in all our team members. Apply today to join a leading team in rotorcraft aviation!