Aircraft Electrical/Avionics Tech I

Amentum • McClellan Park, CA

121d

About The Position

This is the entry and first working level for an aviation electrician. Incumbents at this level work under the instruction of a Journey Electrician and the direction of a Lead Technician to diagnose, inspect, repair and manufacture aircraft wiring and electrical systems and components; disassemble and overhaul aircraft electrical components; install and rig critical aircraft electrical components and return to service sophisticated electrical systems and components.

Requirements

• Possession of FAA Airframe Technician's certificate or FCC general radio certificate.
• Valid Class-C California driver's license.
• One year of documented aerospace/aviation electrical work experience may qualify in lieu of certificates.
• Knowledge of aircraft AC and DC electrical systems.
• Familiarity with wire marking standards, electrical wiring fabrication, installation and repair.
• Ability to perform electrical load analysis and wire sizing.
• Knowledge of electrical components including starters, generators, voltage regulators, dimming controls, transformer/rectifiers, inverters, and frequency controllers.
• Understanding of FAA wiring and electrical maintenance procedures and practices.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, inspect, repair and manufacture aircraft wiring and electrical systems and components.
• Disassemble and overhaul aircraft electrical components.
• Install and rig critical aircraft electrical components.
• Return sophisticated electrical systems and components to service.
• Troubleshoot electrical system malfunctions.
• Determine and make necessary repairs to electrical systems and components.
• Design and fabricate electrical wire harness assemblies for new installation or major repair.
• Design and produce electrical wiring schematics for fleet aircraft wiring modification and build up.
• Make repairs in accordance with FAA-approved maintenance requirements.
• Work cooperatively with other maintenance technicians in the repair and maintenance of aircraft.
• Perform Confined Space Entry maintenance to include aircraft fuel tank repairs.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed