Aircraft Mechanic (Avionics, I level)

V2X•Kingsville, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

V2X is hiring an Aircraft Mechanic (Avionics, I level) to troubleshoot, repair, modify, and assess aircraft avionics and electrical components and subsystems. The role involves using avionics and electrical support equipment and test benches, interpreting wiring schematics and drawings, documenting maintenance, and coordinating technical work with customers, OEMs, management, and work centers. The mechanic also provides technical guidance, follows safety and tool-control procedures, and maintains a clean work area. The work is generally performed in a hangar, shop, or flight-line environment, with conditions that may include severe weather, high noise, airborne particles, fumes, and electrical-shock hazards. Rotating shifts and travel of approximately 10% are required.

Requirements

At least three years of experience in aircraft avionics/electrical component and subsystem maintenance.
Experience with avionics corrosion detection, treatment, and prevention.
Experience repairing avionics components under the 2M program.
Experience maintaining avionics/electrical components and support equipment and using test benches, tools, blueprints, drawings, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
Experience adhering to normal safety requirements.
Satisfactory completion of a U.S. Armed Forces aircraft avionics component school and Miniature Electronics Repair Course A-100-0072 and Microminiature Electronics Repair Course A-100-0073.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense CAC (Common Access Card).
Valid driver’s license.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Satisfactory completion of a U.S. Armed Forces aircraft avionics component school or another school with an equivalent curriculum.
Must obtain the specified formal or specialized training and certifications within six months of the start date, unless otherwise stated: Hazardous Waste Communications Training; FOD and TCP Awareness; COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 Program Awareness; ISO 9001-2000 Program Awareness; NALCOMIS/OOMA; Support Equipment Operator Certification; Electrostatic Discharge Awareness Certification; Fuel Surveillance; Aircraft Towing; Aircraft Turnup Certification; Egress System Checkout; Aircraft Brake Rider; Hydraulic Contamination; Tire and Wheel Certification; and Operational Risk Management Training.
Collateral Duty Inspector certification may be required.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair complex avionics/electrical components and subsystem discrepancies and modifications.
Use in-depth knowledge of avionics/electrical support equipment and test benches.
Read and interpret wiring schematics and drawings.
Estimate and assess damage to avionics/electrical components and systems on crash- and mishap-damaged aircraft, including repair or replacement needs, labor hours, parts, components, and materials.
Assist with preparation of P&E reports.
Document completed work in the current Maintenance Data System, such as NALCOMIS.
Coordinate with customers, OEMs, management, and work centers to resolve questions about avionics/electrical components, subsystems, support equipment modifications, and repairs.
Provide technical assistance, guidance, and instruction as required.
Follow applicable Foreign Object Damage (FOD) prevention rules and regulations and the Company Tool Control Program.
Maintain cleanliness of the work center and assigned work area.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Accommodate rotating shifts and travel approximately 10% of the time.