AIRSHIP A60R GROUND CREW MEMBER

For its LCA60T program, FLYING WHALES is looking for a 

AIRSHIP A60R GROUND CREW 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 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.

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

• Assists airship mechanics in performing tasks as necessary

• 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

YOUR EDUCATION & EXPERIENCES :

In order to meet these missions, the expected profile is as follows:

• Degree in a technical profession

• Minimum one year experience in a technical profession or in airship operation

  • SP : Special driver licence, Truck Licence, Tools Licence

  • Experienced : Airship handling experience

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

• 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 :

• A stake in the capital

• The prospect of rapid development in a growing company

• Training

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: GCE2025

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!