Avionics Technician

Key Responsibilities

Perform avionics maintenance in accordance with FCC, FAA, and company policies and regulations
Install, test, troubleshoot, and repair avionics systems and components
Route wiring and install avionics systems according to technical drawings and schematics
Maintain and properly use test equipment, tools, and technical manuals
Inspect avionics systems, structures, and related aircraft equipment
Support aviation operations involving safety-sensitive equipment and systems


Skills

Must own personal tools in good working condition
Ability to read and interpret technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and publications
Experience routing wires and installing avionics systems from technical drawings
Advanced skills with:
Avionics installation tooling
Wiring installation and repair
Soldering and crimping techniques


Preferred

Familiarity with FCC regulations or FCC GROL
Basic understanding of avionics testing equipment such as:
Spectrometers
Oscilloscopes
Pitot-static equipment
Background in Aerospace & Defense, U.S. Department of Defense, or U.S. Military
Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance


Qualifications

Required

High School Diploma or GED
Typically 5+ years of relevant avionics experience
Substitutions

A higher-level degree may substitute for some experience
Related hands-on experience may be considered in lieu of formal education


Physical Requirements

Frequent walking, sitting, standing, and climbing stairs or steps
Repetitive hand, arm, and finger movements requiring fine dexterity
Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and color differentiation
Hearing ability to discern different tones and volumes
Occasionally lift or carry up to 50 lbs


Working Conditions

Regular exposure to outdoor elements (heat, cold, sun, rain, snow)
Exposure to fumes or hazardous materials
Exposure to loud environments


Safety Sensitive Position



This role involves responsibilities that impact the safety and security of people and property, including:

Handling or transporting hazardous materials or explosives
Inspecting structures, equipment, or vehicles
Performing aviation-related duties
Operating or supervising vehicles, heavy equipment, or machinery
Seniority Level
Mid-Senior level

Industry
Defense and Space Manufacturing
Employment Type
Full-time

Job Functions
Engineering
Skills

Hand ToolsWiring DiagramsField TechniciansSchematicAvionicsPanel WiringAircraftOscilloscope