RS Avionics_Elec Tech Lead

RS  Tech Lead – GAC Savannah

Position

Purpose:

Plans and coordinates all electrical/avionics activities and provides customers with daily information on aircraft schedules, repairs, parts, components shipped to vendors, etc. Works with hangar management to coordinate electrical/avionics activities and schedule aircraft requirements.

• Plans, schedules, and completes tasks on work authorizations to meet the master schedule.
• Provides daily status reports and progress schedules to management.
• Coordinates efforts of electrical and avionics activities to meet aircraft schedules and deadlines.
• Reviews work, including forms and records, to ensure compliance with Site Inspection Procedures Manual, Site Operating Procedures and FARs.
• Supervises and instructs electrical technicians with technical guidance and proper procedures of troubleshooting electrical/avionics systems, routine inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Provides input to subordinate performance appraisals and submits them to management for review.
• Reviews daily job charging for all personnel (including support groups) to ensure accuracy of inputs.
• Maintains a preventive maintenance program on test equipment, hand tools, and special tools.
• Maintains a current knowledge of Aircraft Service Changes (ASC), Customer Bulletins, inspection schedule requirements, vendor information and all other procedures, publications and general knowledge pertaining to aircraft maintenance and servicing.
• Supervises a continuous safety program in the hangar area which includes operation of support equipment, aircraft systems and general housekeeping.
• Maintains required logs and records; enforces the company FOD, tool control, 5‑S programs and all safety regulations.
• Adapts to sudden schedule changes and coordinates with other disciplines concerning projects.

• Establishes and fosters an environment of innovation and Lean‑oriented thinking.
• Supports aircraft certification and final phase testing, which may include flight tests on aircraft as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years experience on large/mid‑size aircraft.
• Minimum 8 years experience in aircraft avionics/electrical career field OR two (2) years of accredited schooling in aviation electronics and six (6) years related experience.
• FAA A&P license required or ability to obtain a repairman certificate within 30 days of start date.
• FCC license or NCATT certification preferred.
• Must be able to work any shift as directed by Manager; position for any hangar in the Savannah Service Center.

• Thorough knowledge of aircraft systems, troubleshooting, technical manuals systems, and aircraft maintenance records system.
• Preferred proficiency in operation and troubleshooting of other aircraft systems or disciplines (hydraulics, landing gear, flight controls, environmental controls or structural installations and repairs).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical/avionics system drawings and blueprints.
• Demonstrated leadership ability; excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to plan, organize, implement and obtain objectives with minimal direction.
• Good understanding of PC, Windows and main‑frame computer applications including standard word processing programs (e.g., Microsoft Word) and typing skills.
• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small‑space restricted areas, and lift up to 100 pounds.
• Must use hand tools and avionics test equipment.
• Must read, write, speak, and understand English.

• Requisition Number: 234167
• Category:
  Service Center
• Percentage of Travel:
  Up to 25%
• Shift: Multiple Shifts
• Employment Type:
  
  Full‑time
• Posting End Date: 07/10/2026