Avionics Technician l

Avionics Technician I

An Avionics Technician I operates, installs, maintains, tests, troubleshoots, and repairs all on-aircraft electronic and electrical systems; develops, fabricates, tests, modifies, and integrates electronic flight hardware into research and science aircraft, simulators, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and associated payload systems, and in back-shop environments. Comply with all mandated certification requirements, including safety training, guidance on local processes, and general project orientation.

Essential Duties

• Use NASA's automated maintenance data system (NAMIS) to maintain equipment records, and document maintenance actions for all avionics and aircraft electrical repairs to NASA assigned aircraft.
• Responsible for the maintenance, testing, inspection, repair and integration of aircraft electrical, electronic, computer systems, and research test equipment and payloads in NASA assigned research aircraft platforms.
• Inspect, test, and operate avionic and electrical test equipment to ensure serviceability, proper operation and ensure test equipment calibration schedules are up to date.
• Troubleshoot, Test and overhaul: NASA Operations VHF/UHF radios, Pro-panels, Aircraft Navigation Radios, Radio Management Systems, T38 relay panels, PFD/EED, Super Guppy EFIS, Air data Computers, Transponders and Distance Measuring Equipment.
• Must be familiar with Engineering Work orders (EWO's) and be able to complete required instructions in a timely and accurate manner.
• Troubleshoot and Repair J85 Jet Engine Test Cell.
• Troubleshoot and Repair NASA T38 Aircraft simulator
• Remove, disassemble, repair, clean, treat for corrosion, assemble, and reinstall avionics and aircraft electrical components and accessories.
• Update, program and maintain navigational and flight management system databases on assigned aircraft.
• Disposes of hazardous materials and waste in accordance with all state, local, and federal environmental standards and regulations.
• Practice good housekeeping, tool control, Foreign Object Damage (FOD) prevention in accordance with company and NASA policies and procedures.
• Inspect and maintain aircraft batteries and test equipment.
• Perform scheduled and un-scheduled aircraft maintenance inspections and repairs as required.
• Perform aircraft ground support duties, including towing, marshalling and jacking aircraft.
• Perform maintenance on aircraft, including avionics, and/or ground support equipment.
• Repair, inspect and maintain electrical elements of the aircraft.
• Troubleshoot systems as required to meet customer needs.
• Document maintenance as per Quality Assurance (QA) and established regulatory requirements.
• Maintain control tools. Report missing, lost, found, or unattended tools to the supervisor. Inventory and inspect tools on a regular basis and replace worn or broken tools.
• Comply with safety rules and regulations while performing day to day maintenance. Promptly report all accidents, injuries, safety violations, and/or unsafe practices or procedures to supervisor.
• Electrical and electronic malfunction troubleshooting skills required.
• Systems knowledge should include, aircraft radar, communications, navigation, flight control (autopilot), flight Management, and flight display systems.
• Must possess in-depth knowledge of advanced electronic principles and circuit analysis along with the ability to interpret schematic diagrams, engineering drawings and charts of assigned systems.
• Required to trace signal flow and understand interrelationships of circuits.
• Possess demonstrable soldering, cable, crimp and harness (CCH) fabrication skills.
• Avionics Technicians may be required to perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Beginner to intermediate computer skills specifically using Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to learn additional computer skills or software programs. Working knowledge of advanced software applications is preferred.
• Ability to enter data accurately into databases.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Interpersonal skills are necessary to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff. Will also routinely interact with other crew members.
• Must possess effective oral and technical written communication skills to clearly communicate information to others.
• Ability to use general office equipment such as fax, phone, copier, scanner, printers, etc.
• Ability to follow a process.
• Strong professional customer service skills, including active listening, prompt service and follow-up.
• Strong decision analysis and problem-solving skills. Ability to draw conclusions and justify decisions. Must be able to communicate issues to management.
• Ability to learn and understand corporate policies and procedures and how they relate to Yulista Solutions, LLC goals.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical…