Avionics Technician V Job Hagerstown area,Maryland USA,Engineering

DPP is seeking an Avionics Technician V for an opportunity with our client in the Aerospace and Defense industry.

Location:
Onsite in Hagerstown, MD
Duration: 12 months
Term: W2 contract
Work Authorization: US Citizen; must be able to obtain and maintain a US Security clearance

Position summary:

As an Avionics Technician V, you will serve as a subject matter expert in Aircraft ISR integrations and act as a strong mentor to junior technicians.

Responsibilities:

This role will exhibit skills and expertise to perform avionics maintenance according to FCC, FAA and company policies and regulations.
You’ll be responsible for overseeing and may teach installation, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of avionics components.
This role will be responsible for maintenance of test equipment, tools, and manuals.
This position demands hands-on proficiency with harness assembly and aircraft modification, including harness routing, connector termination, ring-out, and functional testing.
Candidates will be expected to demonstrate experience with terminating the following connector types:
- COAX
- CIR-MIL
- RJ-45 Network
- D-SUB

Education/equivalency:

Must have a high school diploma or GED and typically 15 or more years of relevant experience.
A higher-level degree may substitute for experience.
Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education.

Required skills:

Must have own tools in good working order.
Ability to understand and interpret complex, technical, schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals and/or publications; ability to route wires per technical drawings.
Proficiency in avionics installation tooling, wiring, wiring repair, wiring installation, soldering and crimping techniques.
Basic understanding of spectrometer, Oscilloscope and/or Pitot static equipment.

Preferred skills:

Prior experience in a lead role.
The ability to mentor, train, guide and inspect the work of subordinates.
Familiarity with FCC and FCC GROL
Background in the Aerospace and Defense industry, the US Department of Defense, or US Military.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance may be required.
Experience with TRIAX, QUADRAX, Fiber-Optic assemblies, and El Ochito RF Connectors.

Physical, mental, and emotional requirements:

Frequently walk, sit, stand, climb stairs and steps.
Frequently repeat same hand, arm, and finger motion many times to include finger and hand dexterity.
Frequently requires vision abilities to include close, distance, depth perception, and telling the difference between colors.
Frequently requires hearing abilities to include discerning different tones and volumes.
Occasionally lifting or carrying up to 50 lbs.

Working conditions:

Frequently exposed to outdoor elements (high/low temperatures, sun, rain/snow, etc.)
Frequently exposed to fumes or hazardous chemicals/materials.
Frequently exposed to loud noises.
Safety Sensitive Position:
- Responsible for the safety or security of people or property.
- Inspects, handles, or transports explosives, dangerous or hazardous materials.
- Inspects structures, equipment or vehicles.
- Performs aviation related duties.
- Operate or supervise vehicles, heavy or dangerous equipment or machinery

Interested? Learn more:
Click the apply button or contact our recruiter Lynn at to learn more about this position (#26-00850).

US Citizen: This role may require the candidate to be able to obtain and maintain a US security clearance, which requires a thorough background search and US citizenship. Residency requirements may apply. EOE/AA/V/D

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