Aircraft Avionics Technician

V2X•Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

The Avionics Tech II AVX performs aircraft avionics maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, testing, and repairs, working under minimum supervision and using independent judgment. Work is performed in accordance with manufacturer data, applicable FAA requirements, and company procedures. The position supports aircraft and mission operations, including work at field sites and domestic and foreign deployments. Supplemental compensation may be available based on endorsements, training qualifications, and/or certifications. The employee works primarily in an aircraft hangar and may also work outdoors in varied and extreme weather conditions. The role involves physical activity, including standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, pushing, pulling, and regularly lifting or moving up to 50 pounds. Potential workplace exposures include moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, electrical shock, hazardous environments, and varying noise levels. Personal protective equipment is required when hazards are present.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least three years of hands-on experience as an Avionics Technician on small to medium fixed-wing aircraft and light to medium helicopters.
Experience in a similar position within the last 12 months.
Demonstrated maintenance-support experience on various fixed-wing and rotor-wing aircraft, such as Cessna 206 and 208, ATR, Beechcraft King Air 300 series airplanes, and Bell 407/412 helicopters.
Have the tools required to complete a variety of maintenance tasks on the listed aircraft.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to retain information and make decisions according to standard policies and procedures.
Ability to determine work methods to accomplish assignments.
Working knowledge of applicable FAA Federal Aviation Regulations, 14 CFR.
Ability to make proper entries in aircraft logs and records.
Obtain and maintain a DOJ Security Clearance as required.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Maintain a valid U.S. Passport and appropriate vaccinations required for international travel.
Have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Ability to work assigned shifts and travel frequently, including outside normal duty hours and to domestic and foreign locations.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including regularly lifting or moving up to 50 pounds and working in hangar and outdoor conditions.
Wear required personal protective equipment when hazards exist.

Nice To Haves

Valid Airframe & Powerplant certificate issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
Two-year technical trade school, military experience, or equivalent on-the-job training.

Responsibilities

Service, inspect, and repair aircraft in accordance with manufacturer data and 14 CFR Parts 91 and 43.
Download, maintain, and load electronic NAV Data databases for assigned aircraft.
Complete 91.411 and 91.413 or equivalent pitot-static checks on assigned aircraft.
Use applicable test equipment to check communication and navigation equipment.
Test and diagnose integrated special mission equipment, tactical radios, and camera systems.
Troubleshoot avionics and electronic malfunctions with customers and mechanics by telephone or electronic correspondence, providing information for corrective action.
Contact OEMs, technical representatives, and suppliers for technical assistance.
Assist with coordinating preventive maintenance schedules.
Read, interpret, and comply with technical data, including Service Instructions, Bulletins, and Airworthiness Directives as directed by the OEM or FAA.
Perform avionics system and component pre- and post-maintenance operational checks, including in-flight checkouts as required.
Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and inspections in accordance with manufacturer and FAA recommended and mandatory instructions.
Repair or replace defective components.
Record maintenance actions in aircraft, engine, and component records, forms, tags, and other applicable documents according to FAA and company requirements.
Work assigned shifts or schedules, including mission support outside normal duty hours, and travel as required to support mission requirements.
Travel frequently to support aircraft at field sites and domestic and foreign offsite deployments.
Perform other duties as assigned.