Aircraft Avionics Technician

Ameriflight LLC•Burbank, CA

5d•$25 - $43

About The Position

Ameriflight, LLC is the nation’s largest Part 135 Cargo airline and the unparalleled leader in scalable, outsourced aviation services to the regional express airfreight market. Our diversified portfolio of offerings allow major cargo integrators, manufacturers, aircraft operators and freight forwarders to adapt to the ever-changing demands and speed of a modern air cargo supply chain. We operate over 150 dedicated cargo aircraft, including the Saab 340B, Embraer 120, Fairchild SA227, Beechcraft 1900, and Beechcraft 99 from bases across the U.S. Basic Duties The Avionics Technician maintains the avionics system components in aircraft and on the bench $24.50 -- $42.50 per hour depending on experience and shift Refurbish avionics systems (in aircraft) Performs bench work and repair of avionics components Assures that necessary parts are ordered for repairs Performs ramp work, inspections and repair of avionics systems in the aircraft Installs, updates avionics in old aircraft, and standardizes new aircraft avionics to the fleet standards Completes paperwork, logbooks and work orders Performs other duties as assigned by Avionics Manager

Requirements

Must have FCC license
Must have previous avionics repair experience
Must hold a valid FAA Aircraft Mechanic certificate with Airframe & Powerplant ratings
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English and be able to communicate effectively with other employees
Must be able to interpret documents such as policy, repair and safety manuals
Must be able to work various shifts
Positive disposition, professional attitude, professional appearance
Must meet airport badging requirements, including a TSA Security background check
Successful completion of pre-employment required DOT drug screening and other required background checks
Must have and maintain a valid Driver’s License and meet all company insurance criteria
Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to manipulate objects, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
Ability to perform repetitive tasks

Nice To Haves

Garmin factory training is preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Maintains the avionics system components in aircraft and on the bench
Refurbish avionics systems (in aircraft)
Performs bench work and repair of avionics components
Assures that necessary parts are ordered for repairs
Performs ramp work, inspections and repair of avionics systems in the aircraft
Installs, updates avionics in old aircraft, and standardizes new aircraft avionics to the fleet standards
Completes paperwork, logbooks and work orders
Performs other duties as assigned by Avionics Manager