Avionics/Electrical Technician 3

Gulfstream • Westfield, MA

6d

About The Position

The Avionics/Electrical Technician 3 provides technical expertise in operational and functional testing, troubleshooting, and repair of aircraft avionics and electrical equipment and systems to ensure defect-free aircraft. The role emphasizes timely, high-quality repairs that minimize schedule impact and process improvements that reduce cost without compromising safety or quality. The position reports to the Helwig Crew and is on first shift. Travel for customer support is required, with travel listed as up to 50%.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Five years of experience in an avionics/electrical career field; two years of accredited schooling in aviation electronics 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.
• Willingness to travel for customer support.

Nice To Haves

• Mid-cabin Gulfstream 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 installation quality and efficiency; troubleshoot systems and teach troubleshooting processes to support timely, quality repairs.
• Repair or replace defective components and wiring and ensure installations meet conformity requirements.
• Use acceptable wiring repair techniques, including splicing, soldering, and pinning.
• Oversee compliance with engineering changes and modifications.
• Set up and operate test equipment; conduct functional and operational tests to evaluate performance and reliability.
• Maintain daily logs and paperwork, and ensure aircraft work is completely documented.
• Pre-inspect others’ work when required before submitting it for inspection approval.
• Provide technical expertise in testing and maintaining test equipment, electronic systems, and components.
• Enforce the company FOD, tool control, and 5-S programs, as well as safety regulations.
• Adapt to schedule changes and coordinate with other disciplines on projects.
• Teach installation and functional testing when required.
• Perform self-inspection for avionics testing functions in applicable areas.
• Support aircraft certification and final-phase testing, which may include aircraft flight tests.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Employee assistance plan.
• Voluntary programs such as adoption assistance, prepaid legal assistance, home and auto insurance, and accident insurance.
• Wellness programs.
• Paid leave.
• Tuition assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED