Avionics/Electrical Technician 3

Gulfstream•St. Louis, MO

19h•$30 - $40

About The Position

Provides technical expertise performing operational and functional tests, troubleshooting, and repairs of aircraft avionics, electrical, and electronic equipment and systems to ensure defect-free aircraft. The role applies technical expertise to resolve system discrepancies while minimizing schedule impact and implements process changes that reduce costs and meet schedules without compromising safety or quality. The position may support aircraft certification and final-phase testing, including aircraft flight tests as required. Multiple shifts are available, and travel may be up to 25%.

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

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 using acceptable methods, including splicing, soldering, and pinning, to ensure conformity.
Oversee performance and compliance with engineering changes and modifications.
Set up and operate test equipment, and conduct functional and operational tests to evaluate system performance and reliability.
Maintain daily logs and paperwork, and ensure aircraft work is properly and completely documented.
Pre-inspect work performed by others when required to reduce rework and inspection time.
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.
Perform self-inspection of avionics testing functions in applicable areas.
Support aircraft certification and final-phase testing, including flight tests when required.
Perform other duties as assigned.