À propos de nous
For its LCA60T program, FLYING WHALES is looking for a
AIRSHIP A60R GROUND CREW JUNIOR MEMBER
for FLYING WHALES SERVICES
FLYING WHALES is an extraordinary industrial adventure.
We are developing an air transport solution to support the economic development of landlocked regions and significantly reduce the environmental footprint of cargo transport.
FLYING WHALES has formed a consortium to design, build on three continents and operate worldwide a fleet of LCA60T airships capable of loading and unloading up to 60 tons of cargo (wood, wind turbine blades, containers, mobile hospital, etc.) in hover flight, with a particularly low environmental footprint. This transport system is unique in the world. FLYING WHALES is also developing FLYING
WHALES SERVICES, the operating company for this fleet, which will combine the skills of an airline and an airport company.
Within FLYING WHALES SERVICES, we are opening the Approved Training Organisation. This entity is in charge of training our futur pilots and mechanics, that will operate our LCA60Ts.
Would you like to help us write one of the pages of aeronautics history? Here is the pioneer we are looking for:
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
We are looking for a GROUND CREW JUNIOR MEMBER who will work at the flight school of FLYING WHALES SERVICES and will ensure in teamwork the ground operations of the training blimps under the supervision of the Ground Crew Chief and maintains the operational capability of the ATO.
Mission
YOUR MISSIONS :
Within the Training Department, the Ground Crew members working under the direction of the Crew Chief and assigned team leads, performing duties necessary to maintain safe, efficient operation of the airship and participating in airship launching and landing activities, as well as the ground handling of the airship during hangar exit and entry.
Your main missions will be:
Performs airship and ground support systems management when the airship is moored on the mast
Drives ground support vehicles pertinent to mission objectives
Follows all safety regulations in accordance with company policy
Performs hangar operations and maintenance support functions as directed
Performs ground support equipment (GSE) cleaning and maintenance duties as directed by the Crew Chief and assigned team leads
Travels in support of airship operations
Represents the company and airship operations in a professional and appropriate manner in all aspects on and off the job
Profil
YOUR EDUCATION & EXPERIENCES :
In order to meet these missions, the expected profile is as follows:
Degree in a technical profession
YOUR COMPETENCIES :
Theoretical understanding and practical handling of mechanical and electrical systems able to read and communicate in English / A-level or equivalent
French driving licence B
As a plus :
French driving licences (BE, C)
CACES : R489 CAT 3 (Forklift)
CACES : R486 CAT A (SCISSOR LIFT)
CACES : R486 CAT B (BOOM LIFT)
HAZMAT/ ADR
YOUR QUALITIES:
A strong team member with very good communication skills and distinctive team spirit
High sense of responsibility
Ability to work with an international team
Passionate and enthusiastic.
Willingness to work a variable schedule , which include day- and nightshifts, holidays and weekends
Willingness to travel
Physical fitness
Able to work in outdoor-type weather conditions year-round
WHAT WE OFFER:
Contribution to your success from day 1 with our WHALECOME ONBOARDING and your Buddy.
Friendliness of a dynamic, young but experienced team (common activities, internal evenings, seminars, weekly breakfast, etc.),
Multicultural environment where diversity and work ethic are very valuable.
HIRING PROCESS:
First interview with Human Resources
Second Interview with the head of Ground Training
Third interview with the Training Rulemaking & Regulation compliance Director
PRACTICAL INFORMATION:
CDI contract
Place of work: BORDEAUX (33) in a radius of 150 km around
Position available: between 15/11/2025 to 01/02/2026 at the latest
Department: Training
Reference: GCCB2025
FLYING WHALES is committed to creating an inclusive workspace where employees are valued for their skills and experiences.
If you are passionate, if you are convinced by the project, if this position seems like a great opportunity for you, we will be happy to meet you