Aircraft Electrical System Technician

KIHOMAC•Del Rio, TX

61d•Onsite

About The Position

In this position you will be trained to perform electrical system modifications on military aircraft. The immediate need will be as a member of our T6 modification team, however other airframes and modifications may be added as the opportunities arise. The ideal person for this role would have outstanding work ethic, attention to detail, and integrity. They would be self-motivated and once fully trained, be able to work with minimal supervision and oversight. They would also be familiar with basic mechanical skills, hand and power tools, electrical test, inspection, and measurement equipment in a manufacturing environment.

Requirements

High School diploma required
3+ years of professional experience in the required task area required
US Military Aircraft Maintenance and/or wiring experience required
Knowledgeable on wiring diagrams/schematics, logic drawings, layouts, wire lists, and prints
Able to use various hand tools, crimping tools, soldering equipment, and machinery
Impeccable organizational skills and attention to detail required
Basic understanding of electrical circuits required
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively required
Capable of standing for long periods of time
Able to work cross functionally in other areas as needed
Must be a US citizen
Ability to obtain a security clearance may be required
Prolonged periods of standing and walking, able to bend, stretch, work with hands, push, pull, and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery
Must be able to visually inspect machines
Must be able to wear required safety equipment such as gloves, safety glasses, and respirator as needed
Must be able to regularly lift and carry up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

Associate’s Degree in management or technical/scientific discipline desired
IPC/WHMA-A-620 Certification desired
Wire Termination experience desired
Knowledge of cable assembly procedures desired
Basic knowledge or understanding of IPC/WHMA-A-620 desired

Responsibilities

Perform on-aircraft modifications, Time-Compliance Technical Orders (TCTO), component and harness installation/removal, operational checkouts, and prototype and trial vehicle installations (TVI)
Participate in test or project events as assigned by Project Manager
Follow engineering guidance, technical orders, and drawings
Perform moderately complex assembly/test functions utilizing mechanical skills, hand and power tools, test equipment, and inspection measurement equipment in a manufacturing environment (OJT)
Perform and inspect wire terminations, wire harness assembly, harness routing, and component installation/removal (OJT)
Produce and inspect assemblies that conform to customer product specifications (OJT)
Assemble, test, and/or solders as required per customer and/or industry standards (OJT)
Perform electrical, operational, and functional checkout of aircraft components and systems (OJT)
Document records identifying compliance with assigned tasks regarding wire harness manufacturing (OJT)
Establish, organize & maintain detailed inventory of government, customer and KIHOMAC property (OJT)
Train and assist other technicians on techniques and procedures (OJT)
Modify aircraft and equipment by adding, removing, or altering components as per predetermined processes (OJT)
Maintain high ethical/professional standards of performance, demeanor, and judgment at all times (OJT)
Participate in test or project events as assigned
Observe all safety rules and regulations
Maintain a foreign object damage (FOD) free/clean work area
Work unsupervised at times
Report status and results
Other duties as assigned