Avionics Installer III

Gulfstream•Saint Louis, MO

About The Position

The Avionics Installer III leads, supports, and assists technicians performing avionics installations. The role fabricates wire harnesses; installs and terminates wiring; performs ring-out; and assists with functional testing of avionics and electrical systems. The position requires working independently on installations and modifications, resolving routine technical issues with minimal supervision, and helping less experienced team members while meeting safety, quality, workmanship, regulatory, and customer requirements. The Avionics Installer III provides work direction, checks work for defect-free assembly before final inspection, and coordinates with other departments to support on-time aircraft delivery. The role also assists Engineering with problem resolution and repairs, maintains required logs and records, supports continuous improvement, and properly cares for assigned shop equipment and tools.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two years of accredited schooling in aviation electronics and one year of related work experience, or three years of experience in an avionics/electronic career field.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematic diagrams.
Advanced knowledge of aircraft wiring terminations, connector assembly, wire harness fabrication, wire routing, continuity testing, and system troubleshooting.
Strong proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and aircraft blueprints.
Ability to resolve routine technical issues with minimal supervision and provide guidance to less experienced team members.
Working knowledge of Gulfstream Policies and Procedures manual, Inspection Procedures manual, and pertinent Process Specifications.
Proven ability to move to new tasks with only a minimal, short-term impact to established goal hours and schedule.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Computer keyboard skills.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Nice To Haves

Experience with 3D modeling software, including interpreting digital models, installation drawings, and routing requirements for complex aircraft modifications.

Responsibilities

Lead, support, and assist technicians performing avionics installations.
Provide work direction to technicians and ensure tasks are completed within the allotted time frame.
Coordinate with and assist other departments to support on-time aircraft delivery.
Install, modify, and fabricate wiring, electrical components, fixtures, and associated equipment according to blueprints, worksheets, and engineering drawings.
Fabricate wire harnesses; install and terminate wiring; perform ring-out; and assist with functional testing of avionics and electrical systems.
Train team members and contribute to employee and technique development.
Assist Engineering in resolving problems and make repairs as directed by Engineering.
Maintain required logs and records.
Ensure work complies with applicable regulatory requirements and customer specifications.
Enforce the company FOD program, tool control program, 5-S program, and safety regulations.
Check all work, including work performed by other team members, for defect-free assembly before final inspection.
Care for and maintain assigned shop equipment and tools.
Coordinate shift changes in the team leader's absence.
Participate in continuous improvement activities, including YIAW and Kaizen events.
Assist and fill in for the team coordinator as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.