Title:	Senior Project Engineer
Department:	Engineering
Hours:	Full Time
Description:	The individual in this position must have a relevant (4 years) Bachelors degree or equivalent, with a minimum of 7 years experience as a Senior Project Engineer/Project Leader. This individual will be responsible for the generation and implementation of engineering, programatic and certification solutions for each assigned project. This individual will manage the planning and implementation of solutions to projects as directed by the Manager of System Engineering and is responsible for budget generation and subsequent budget management. The individual is expected to become a subject matter expert on the assigned project and provide guidance and mentoring to team members. Knowledge of 14CFR Part 29 certification regulations is a plus. This individual is also expected to consistently display the highest levels of job knowledge, professional integrity and work ethic.

Title:	Aircraft Mechanics
Department:	Overhaul
Hours:	Full Time
Description:	Currently looking for applicant(s) that have aircraft component overhaul experience. It is a plus if the applicant is familiar with the components on the S64 and/or CH54 model aircraft and specifically the following components: Main Gearbox, Main/Tail Rotor Head, Intermediate/Tall Gearbox, Turbine Engines, (P&W JT12 or JFTD12A). Fuel Components (FCU and Fuel Pumps), Main/Tail Rotor Blade repair, and Hydraulic Components and Landing Gear. Overhaul requires the ability to perform the following: disassembly, cleaning, detailed visual inspection, dimensional inspection, final assembly, and testing.

Title:	Technical Writer
Department:	Engineering
Hours:	Full Time
Description:	Prior technical writing experience required. The individual in the Technical Writer position must have experience in developing, writing, and editing aircraft, automotive, or other mechanical maintenance manuals or documents. Individual must be able to interpret aircraft drawings as well as aircraft or other electrical/hydraulic schematics to develop new aircraft manuals for in-house use. The individual must be a good communicator and coordinate with Technical Illustrators, Engineers, and other team members to provide correct configurations of parts and instructions to be included in the manuals. Prior aircraft overhaul or assembly experience is a plus. The individual must be computer literate.

Title:	Benching Technician (Part Bencher / Polisher)
Department:	Machine Shop
Hours:	Full Time
Description:	Erickson Air-Crane is looking for experienced Benching Technicians who will participate in our main rotor blade manufacturing process. The benching technicians will blend and polish our machined main rotor blade spars to finish while holding the dimensional integrity of the spar to drawing specifications. The successful candidates should have a minimum of 2 to 3 years experience with aviation part blending and polishing. Applicants with extensive auto body work will also be considered. Blueprint reading and math skills are a plus. Applicants must have excellent problem-solving skills and be able to perform duties with minimal supervision. We are looking for self-motivated individuals with high work ethics who are willing to perform in a team environment. Applicants must be willing to participate in on going company training programs.

Title:	Director of Human Resources
Department:	Human Resources
Hours:	Full Time
Description:	The Human Resources Director will report directly to the President and CEO of the company. The candidate will direct all aspects of human resources, with an emphasis on strategic HR programs. Primary areas of focus will include talent attraction and retention, leadership development, mentoring, succession planning, performance management, compensation and benefits, and organization design. The candidate must be comfortable working in an international environment; position will involve integration of international HR policy while allowing the international branches to maintain an appropriate degree of independence. The HR Director is a member of the Senior Leadership Team and will work closely with this team in planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating HR activities across the company. This position requires flexibility to travel when required throughout the United States and abroad. Position is based at the corporate headquarters in Portland, OR. The candidate must possess strong business acumen, initiative, sound leadership capabilities, an entrepreneurial and imaginative approach, outstanding communication skills (both verbal and written), excellent strategic thinking, and a sense of diplomacy. The candidate must be committed to the highest ethical standards. Job Requirements • Bachelor's degree required, MBA preferred 10 to 15 years in a Human Resources leadership management • PHR / SPHR Certification preferred • Global HR experience preferred • Candidate should be based in Portland, OR

Title:	Tooling Engineer
Department:	Estimating & Tooling
Hours:	Full Time
Description:	The individual in this position will evaluate tooling requirements for manufacturing operations and assists in developing tooling concepts and models. They will use and interpret engineering drawings for development of production tooling such as tool and dies for forming dies, fixtures, templates, gauges, drill jigs and assembly fixtures. Will estimate tooling costs and initiates tooling process documents for the movement of tools and materials through the tool manufacturing. This individual must have an AA degree in related discipline and 3 or more years of related experience, preferably in aerospace tooling or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be able to work with MS Word, Excel and Outlook. Auto Cad, Solid Works, and CATIA V5 (CATIA preferred but not required), 2D and 3D solid modeling. Advanced blueprint reading, Knowledge of GD&T and basic drafting skills.

Title:	Cost Estimator
Department:	Estimating & Tooling
Hours:	Full Time
Description:	The individual in this position will estimate labor, material, shop lead time and one-time costs such as part programming and tooling based on request for quote (RFQ) data submitted by customers. Must analyze engineering drawings, bills of material, material and process specifications and then calculate production costs using labor rates, material and processing price schedules and historical data. This individual must have 5 or more years of estimating experience in a machine shop environment with exposure to parts varying from simple to complex. Must also have a solid background in machining techniques and machining processes. Aerospace background highly desirable. This individual must have strong communication and organizational skill with knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Outlook. Would prefer but not required to have knowledge of MasterCam, Solidworks or similar CAM/CAD software and cost estimating software.

Title:	Machinist Programmer
Department:	Machine Shop
Hours:	Full Time
Description:	Minimum qualifications - 15 years CNC Machining/Set-up experience. 5 years CNC Programming using Mastercam Software 4 & 5-axis experience. Demonstrate ability to read and interpret blueprints. Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing. Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the processes necessary to machine complex parts to .0005 tolerances. Apply excellent problem-solving skills. Be able to work in a team environment. Have high work ethics, is self-motivated and can work with little supervision.

Title:	Machinist
Department:	Machine Shop
Hours:	Full Time
Description:	Minimum qualifications - 10 yrs. manual machining and 5 yrs. CNC machining / set-up with manual programming exp. Able to bore / hone holes to .0002" tolerances on CNC vertical mill. Demonstrate ability to read and interpret blueprints. Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing. Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the processes necessary to machine complex parts to .0005 tolerances. Apply excellent problem-solving skills. Be able to work in a team environment. Have high work ethics, is self-motivated and can work with little supervision.

Title:	Configuration Specialist
Department:	Engineering
Hours:	Full Time
Description:	The individual in the Engineering Configuration Specialist position must have prior Aerospace experience working in either Design, Engineering, Manufacture or Maintenance disciplines. Individual must be detail oriented to assure the proper application and entry of technical data and part/material requirements for design documentation related to Erickson product lines and publications. Good communication skills are important in working with Engineering and company personnel to resolve design documentation issues. Prior drawing check experience plus. The individual must be computer literate.

Title:	Structures Manager
Department:	Engineering
Hours:	Full Time
Description:	The individual supervises all stress and aircraft liaison engineers. Must be an expert in aircraft classical stress and fatigue analysis and have broad experience with Nastran/Ansys. Damage tolerance, composite structures, and certification expertise are pluses. Expert knowledge of FAA Part 21 and 29 regulations and working knowledge of other applicable regulations is highly desired. The applicant must have a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering or other related Engineering Discipline. Masters of Science degree is desired. Must have a minimum of 10 years in developmental aerospace engineering environment with a minimum of 5 years being in a lead engineer, engineering supervisor, engineering manager, or project manager position.

Title:	Production Scheduler
Department:	CCPM
Hours:	Full Time
Description:	Requirements: Expertise in data entry, proficiency in MS office Suite and MS Project software and Green Belt (or equivalent) in Lean principles & practices. The individual in this position will: lead network building strategy sessions, enter data into MS-Project, and coordinate with technical design leaders to define the scope of work for assigned projects, task estimates, specific tasks and milestones to implement projects. Facilitate the building of project networks, identifying assumptions and constraints for the project. Perform data entry of detailed project plans into project management software. Preferred: Formal training in Project Management methods and techniques.

Title:	Maintenance Engineering Technician
Department:	Engineering
Hours:	Full Time
Description:	The individual in this position will interpret, develop and revise maintenance operation instruction sheets, shop job aids and other maintenance documents for the fabrication, assembly and installation of parts and components to meet repair station requirements. This position may also include positions of project management/estimating. Must be detail orientated and be able to work in a variety of environments. It is highly recommended this individual have blueprint reading, computer training (to include Microsoft Office products, Corel Draw/Paint) and a minimum of three years aviation component/aircraft overhaul and/or repair experience. AA degree in Manufacturing Engineering and/or valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) mechanic with Airframe and/or Power Plant rating preferred.

Title:	Aircraft Mechanic (Rotary Wing Blade)
Department:	Maintenance
Hours:	Full Time
Description:	The individual in this position is responsible for the maintenance and manufacturing of S64-E and S64-F main rotor blades, tail rotor blades, and associated parts. The individual must be able to read and interpret blue prints, follow written instructions, and require little to no supervision. The individual must be able to understand and use documentation forms and paperwork in accordance with Company and FAA Standards. DOT-FAA Airframe license and Powerplant license a plus. The individual must be able to operate gas and electric forklifts. Must be able to read and write English. Good oral and writing skills required for information flow along with good computer skills. Individual must be able to work in a team environment and participate in continuous process improvement projects. Must be able to work swing shift as required to meet production requirements.

Title:	Aviation Painter
Department:	MRO / Manufacturing
Hours:	Full Time
Description:	he individual will perform all aspects of surface preparation, layout design, and painting of aircraft parts, components and aircraft. The individual must be able to work from designs, drawings, or verbal instruction while maintaining the highest quality of work and safety standards in a team environment. Experience in painting automotive/aircraft required. It is preferred the individual have an Associates Refinishing Technology Degree. The individual must be willing to work swing shift as required.