Mechanic - Avionics NSA

MROH•Winston-Salem, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Aircraft Maintenance Technician - Avionics is responsible for the proper completion of all paperwork related to assigned tasks, providing information for shift turnovers, and notifying Inspection when tasks require or become an RII action. This role involves segregating and identifying removed repair station/customer components, and ensuring all necessary tools are accounted for and returned at shift's end. Technicians perform assigned tasks in accordance with approved documents, set up and operate ground support and test equipment for functional flight tests of electrical and electronic systems, and coordinate work with other personnel. They interpret flight test data to diagnose malfunctions, install and adjust electrical and electronic components, and assemble various aircraft systems using hand tools and soldering irons. Fabrication of parts and test aids, and performance of additional duties as assigned are also part of the role.

Requirements

Physical ability to balance, bend, stoop, crawl, climb, climb stairs, crouch, carry items up to 50 pounds, grasp, kneel, lift items 50 pounds or over, pull hand over hand, push, reach above shoulder, use repetitive motion, sit on average 2 hours per day, stand on average 8 hours per day, walk on average 6 hours per day
Ability to see and follow precise instructions, documents, diagrams, or blueprints
Ability to distinguish color differences
Ability to see and read information via computer screen or other electronic device
Ability to detect distinct, specific noises
Ability to hear if equipment/tools, etc. are operating properly
Ability to hear and understand precise directions
Ability to hear and understand what others are saying in normal conversation
Mental ability to understand, remember, and apply complex oral and/or written instructions or other information
Ability to organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology or data
Ability to make decisions which have significant impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impact outside immediate work unit
Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Understand and follow complex instructions and guidelines
Complete complex forms, documents or reports, and/or conduct complex oral communication with others
Possess and demonstrate mechanical and analytical aptitude
Effectively communicate both orally and in writing
Be flexible and cooperative
Meet tight deadlines
Possess attention to detail
Ability to work productively within a diverse work environment
Be safety conscious
Demonstrated ability to use wire strippers, crimp tools, insertion/extraction tools, voltmeters and various test equipment relevant to avionics.
Demonstrated ability to read/interpret schematic and circuit diagrams; troubleshoot as required for aircraft systems and assemblies.
Knowledge of AMMs, IPCs, SWPs and WDMs.

Nice To Haves

OSHA training
Hazardous Waste Materials training

Responsibilities

Proper completion of all paperwork related to the assigned task
Providing information to the Lead Mechanic for shift turnovers, and entering information on the shift turnover form in the absence of the Lead Mechanic
Notify Inspection when task requires, or becomes an RII action
Segregate and identify upon removal, all repair station/customer components
Possess and maintain an adequate number and quality of tools necessary to perform assigned tasks
Ensure all tools are accounted for and/or returned to the tool room at shift’s end
Performance of assigned tasks in accordance with job cards, engineering orders, maintenance manuals and other approved documents
Set up and operate ground support and test equipment to perform functional flight tests of electrical and electronic systems
Coordinate work with that of engineers, technicians and other aircraft maintenance personnel.
Interpret flight test data to diagnose malfunctions and systemic performance problems
Install electrical and electronic components, assemblies and systems in aircraft using hand tools, power tools or soldering irons
Adjust or replace malfunctioning components or assemblies
Connect components to assemblies such as radio systems, instruments, magnetos, inverters and in-flight refueling systems, using hand tools and soldering irons
Assemble components such as switches, electrical controls and junction boxes using hand tools or soldering irons
Fabricate parts and test aids as required
Perform additional duties as assigned