Avionics/Electrical Technician 3

Gulfstream•Los Angeles, CA

2d•$33 - $43

About The Position

Provides technical expertise in operational and functional testing, troubleshooting, and repair of avionics, electronic equipment, and aircraft systems to ensure defect-free aircraft and minimize schedule impacts. Identifies and implements process changes that reduce costs and meet schedules without compromising safety or quality. The role also involves teaching installation, testing, and troubleshooting practices; overseeing engineering changes; operating test equipment; maintaining accurate documentation; and supporting aircraft certification and final-phase testing, which may include flight tests.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Five years of experience in an avionics/electrical career field; two years of accredited aviation electronics schooling may offset two years of the experience requirement.
Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and schematic diagrams.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Nice To Haves

Gulfstream and/or corporate aircraft avionics experience.
A&P license, FCC license, or NCATT certification.
Proficiency operating and troubleshooting aircraft systems or disciplines beyond avionics, such as hydraulics, landing gear, flight controls, environmental controls, or structural installations and repairs.
APU run qualification.
Engine run qualification.

Responsibilities

Perform operational testing and troubleshooting of avionics and aircraft systems.
Teach the installation and functional testing of electrical and avionics components and systems in accordance with engineering specifications, drawings, and maintenance manuals.
Ensure the quality and efficiency of installations; troubleshoot and teach troubleshooting processes to support timely, high-quality repairs.
Repair or replace defective components and wiring, using accepted techniques such as splicing, soldering, and pinning, to ensure installations conform to requirements.
Oversee compliance with engineering changes and modifications.
Set up and operate test equipment and conduct functional and operational tests to evaluate performance and reliability.
Maintain daily logs and paperwork, and ensure all aircraft work is fully documented.
Pre-inspect others’ work when required before submitting it for approval.
Test and maintain test equipment, electronic systems, and components as required.
Enforce FOD, tool control, 5-S, and safety programs.
Adapt to schedule changes and coordinate with other disciplines on projects.
Perform self-inspection of avionics testing functions in applicable areas.
Support aircraft certification and final-phase testing, potentially including aircraft flight tests.
Perform other duties as assigned.