Avionics Mechanic - MRO

Position Summary

To conduct, maintain, test, and repair electrical/electronic systems and components in accordance with repair stations, FAA’s, and manufacturer’s airworthiness and maintenance standards. This is a "safety sensitive" position, so all FAA-required compliance will be followed.

• Perform all maintenance in accordance with FAA approved data and to the standards of good workmanship as required by Airbus DS Military Aircraft, Inc.
• Keep the safety of flight in the forefront at all times in production of an airworthy product.
• Perform routine or special maintenance inspections to prevent failure of aircraft electrical and avionics systems and components; perform complete operational and functional checks on navigation, communication and flight control systems including instrumentation and pitot static installations, etc.
• Fabricate wiring harnesses, install/modifies avionics and electrical systems.
• Determine when a component should be repaired or replaced; decide necessary repair schemes and quantity and type of parts needed to accomplish proper repair.
• Follow approved maintenance procedures, consulting internal procedures and technical data approved by FAA.
• Perform serviceability tests on repaired components/systems using test equipment specified by the original equipment manufacturer.
• Complete work package documentation with sign‑off after finishing all designated operations.
• Perform installation of avionics equipment.
• Interpret avionics/electrical wiring diagrams, wire identification, harness fabrication, wiring and cable integrity, coax cables and fittings and connector assemblies.
• Adjust, repair, or replace malfunctioning components or assemblies, using hand tools and soldering equipment.
• Install electrical and electronic components, assemblies, and systems in aircraft, using hand tools, power tools, and soldering equipment.
• Interpret flight test data to diagnose malfunctions and systemic performance problems.
• Set up and operate ground support and test equipment to perform functional tests of electrical and electronic systems.
• Troubleshoot, repair, rework, and modify worn or defective assemblies, components or systems.
• Suggest improvements to processes and procedures.
• Satisfy work schedule requirements.
• Plan and perform work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical theories and principles, specifications, local and national electrical codes, properties of various materials, and principles of operation and application of electronic equipment.
• Advise operators and line mechanics of operation procedures and requirements for working safely with electrical/electronic and mechanical equipment and components.
• Inform appropriate management and line mechanics of potential electrical/mechanical problems and inherent dangers involved.
• Perform preventive maintenance functions as directed.
• Assist maintenance personnel with technical troubleshooting.
• Assist and train other maintenance and/or other technical level employees.
• Maintain all hangar and shop tools and equipment in a serviceable condition.
• Ensure assigned work area is kept clean and free of hazards to both personnel and the aircraft.
• Follow all necessary safety precautions; hearing and eye protection, use of chemicals, engine and propeller hazards, fall protection, etc.
• As a "safety sensitive" position, this requires the employee to always work in a constant state of alertness and safety as an essential job function.
• Comply with OSHA Safety Regulations.
• Participate in on‑the‑job training as required.
• Observe safety procedures and personnel policies.
• Regular attendance required as outlined in company policy.

• Certified by FAA with a current Airframe and Power Plant license is preferred.
• FCC 2nd Class License preferred.
• 3–5 years of proven experience in the electrical/electronics, and the ability to demonstrate proficiency in these areas.
• Proficiency with interpretation of avionics/electrical wiring diagrams, wire identification, harness fabrication, cables, fittings, circuits and connectors.
• Thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic components and equipment including the use of special…