Aircraft Electrical Technician I

Amentum•Sacramento, CA

23h•$52•Hybrid

About The Position

This is the entry and first working level for an aviation electrician. Incumbents at this level work under the instruction of an Aircraft Electrical Technician II 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. Expect approximately 10% - 50% travel, including overnight stays, to fire bases throughout California.

Requirements

Possession of FAA Airframe Technician’s Certificate or FCC General Radio Certificate
Valid Class-C 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
Knowledge of wire marking standards
Knowledge of electrical wiring fabrication, installation and repair
Knowledge of electrical load analysis and wire sizing
Knowledge of electrical components including starters, generators, voltage regulators, dimming controls, transformer/rectifiers, inverters, and frequency controllers
Knowledge of FAA wiring and electrical maintenance procedures and practices

Nice To Haves

Garmin experience highly desired/preferred

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 to service sophisticated electrical systems and components
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
May perform Confined Space Entry maintenance to include aircraft fuel tank repairs

Benefits

medical insurance
dental insurance
vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
life insurance
long-term disability insurance
short-term disability insurance
Vacation accrued bi-weekly (80 hours) for 1-4.99 years of Company service (increases every 5 years)
Personal Leave – accumulates at four (4) hours per pay period to a maximum of thirteen (13) days per calendar year
11 Recognized Holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance