Avionics/Electrical Technician IV - Sign-On Bonus Eligible

Gulfstream•Brunswick, GA

45d

About The Position

Provides leadership, technical expertise, and guidance while performing operational and functional tests and repairs of avionics/electronic aircraft equipment and systems to ensure defect-free aircraft. The technician troubleshoots and repairs system discrepancies with minimal schedule impact and implements process changes to reduce cost and meet schedule without compromising safety or quality. The position also requires the knowledge and leadership skills to fill in for the team leader, enforce company safety and quality goals, and follow daily work plans.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Six years of experience in an avionics/electrical career field, or two years of accredited schooling in aviation electronics and four years of related experience.
Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and schematic diagrams.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Nice To Haves

Gulfstream experience.
A&P license, FCC license, or NCATT certification.
Proficiency in 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 avionics and aircraft-system operational testing and troubleshooting, applying advanced technical skills and expertise.
Train personnel and teach 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 malfunctions and teach troubleshooting methods to support timely, high-quality repairs.
Repair or replace defective components and wiring, using accepted techniques such as splicing, soldering, and pinning, and ensure installations meet conformity requirements.
Oversee 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 all aircraft work is completely and properly documented.
Pre-inspect other employees' work when required to reduce rework and inspection time.
Test and maintain test equipment, electronic systems, and components as required.
Enforce the company FOD, tool control, and 5-S programs and all 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, potentially including aircraft flight tests.
Perform other duties as assigned.