Avionics Wiring Technician Crew Chief

Elliott Aviation, a leader in aircraft solutions, has an exciting opportunity for an Avionics Crew Chief at their location in Moline, IL
. Since 1936, Elliott Aviation has been a world-class provider of comprehensive and customer-focused solutions for business aviation. Our vision, building partnerships that last, applies to our employees as well as our customers.

This position is responsible for providing world-class leadership to create a team atmosphere where members are challenged to maintain aircraft in the safest and highest quality.

• Manage all aspects of assigned aircraft projects including coordinating necessary resources, documentation, and communication with the appropriate personnel
• Inspect, service, repair, and troubleshoot aircraft avionics components and systems in a safe and organized work area
• Manage assigned technicians on all aspects of assigned aircraft projects
• Manage projects by scheduling and assigning work for team members and monitoring day-to-day activities of team members
• Oversee, complete, and maintain accurate and timely aircraft and project documentation
• Inventory parts provided for project and order parts as required
• Review work package for thorough understanding and verification of accuracy including;
  Wiring Diagrams, ground and flight test procedures, certification, structural drawings, STC's, schedules, manpower allocations and required ground support equipment
• Coordinate/verify with the modifications repair team
• Coordinate/communicate with other departments and project manager, including job status and timing of project milestones
• Support, maintain, and comply with all environmental, health and safety, federal, OSHA, state and local regulations
• Performs other duties as assigned by management

• Willingness to manage a team with both experienced technicians and mentor junior technicians with a calm demeanor.
• Willingness to learn by taking guidance from others
• Ability to communicate well in straightforward situations
• Organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Must possess excellent mechanical aptitude and a desire to work

• Airframe & Power plant Certificate and/or FCC License preferred.
• Qualified Inspector designation - Eligibility for RII designation
• Ability to attain & retain AOA badge or Airport requirements
• High school graduate or equivalency degree required. Associate or Bachelor Degree Preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of FARs 43, 91, 135, 145.
• Five Years Avionics Installations and modifications related experience
• Previous leadership and supervisory experience preferred
• Basic Microsoft Office skills, including Word and Excel

The wage scale for this position ranges from $29.00 to $45.00 per hour, based on experience, qualifications and performance. Specific compensation for this role will be determined by several factors including but not limited to; minimum and preferred qualifications, knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience and location.

Elliott Aviation takes pride in offering a competitive and comprehensive benefit package to its employees to ensure our team is well cared for.

• Benefits begin day 1 of employment!
• Sign-On Bonus and relocation bonus potential
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
  - Significant contributions are made by Elliott Aviation as part of our commitment to providing a comprehensive benefit program. You can earn lower rates through our wellness program as well.
• RXnGo Pharmacy benefit – Generic prescription coverage at zero cost to the employee
• Time Off – You will receive 8 paid holidays and paid earned time off.
• Relocation assistance provided for most of our positions
• 401(k) – Elliott offers a company match program for your retirement savings
• Company Sponsored short-time and long-term disability as well as life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential consultation and resources services 24/7
• Training and Education
  - On average, Elliott Aviation invests upwards of $3,000 per team member on development of technical skills as well as soft and leadership skills