Avionics Lead Technician - DEA Program - Ft. Worth, Texas

V2X Current Openings•Ft. Worth, TX

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following duties listed below. Additional essential functions may be identified by the organization and listed as such in the incumbent's performance appraisal elements. Various tasks may be assigned under each essential function. The examples of work listed are not all inclusive; they are only examples and may be amended or added to as needed by the organization. Services, inspects, and repairs aircraft in accordance with manufacturer’s data and 14 CFR Part 91 and 43. Complete all tasks as required by the 14 CFR 145 CRS. Reads, interprets, and complies with technical data including Service Instructions, Bulletins and Airworthiness Directives as directed by the manufacturer or Airworthiness Authority Installs, maintains, and repairs aircraft electronic systems, including radios, navigation, radar, and autopilot, ensuring safe flight operations by troubleshooting issues, reading complex diagrams, and adhering to strict aviation regulations (FAA/manufacturer). Key duties involve completing diagnostics, performing repairs with precision tools, updating software, and meticulously documenting all maintenance completed on aircraft & equipment. Contacts OEM, technical representatives, and suppliers for technical assistance Repairs and replaces, defective aircraft components and complete functional checks of components Records maintenance actions on aircraft, engine, and component records, forms, tags, and other applicable documents according to company and Airworthiness Authority requirements. Performs related duties as required including flying on maintenance functional check flights Able to work any assigned shift or schedule, including mission support outside normal duty hours and travel as required to support mission requirements The incumbent performs other job-related tasks as assigned and required; any duties/tasks included in the employee's performance evaluation elements are essential to that employee's position within the job classification.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED equivalent - required
Two-year technical trade school, military experience, or equivalent on-the-job training - required
A valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant certificate issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
Must have a minimum of three (3) years of hands-on experience on small to medium fixed-wing and light & medium helicopters. Experience shall be in a similar position within the last twelve (12) months.
Demonstrated experience in maintenance support for various fixed-wing and rotor-wing aircraft (e.g., Cessna 206 & 208, Beechcraft King Air 300 series airplanes and Bell 407/412 helicopters)
Demonstrated experience in maintenance support for medium cargo/commuter type aircraft (e.g., ATR 42, ATR 72 or Dash 8)
Demonstrated experience with flight deck avionics suites (e.g., Garmin G500, G1000 & Honeywell)
Possess tools required to complete a variety of maintenance tasks of systems installed on aircraft listed in above paragraphs
Knowledge to use hand tools, power tools, machines, and test equipment to complete repairs and functional testing on navigation, communication and electrical systems installed in the aircraft and equipment on the bench.
Complete checks related to 14 CFR Part 91.411 & 91.413 and documenting in aircraft records.
Proficiency in reading complex wiring diagrams, schematics, manufacturers maintenance manuals and blueprints.
Ability to retain information and make decisions according to standard policies and procedures
Ability to determine work methods to accomplish assignments
Working knowledge of applicable FAA Federal Aviation Regulations
Ability to make proper entries in aircraft logs and records
Obtain and possess DOJ Clearance as required
Have and maintain a valid driver’s license
Must be a U.S. citizen
Ability to travel 25% of the time on an on-demand basis.
Possess and maintain a valid US Passport and the appropriate vaccinations required for international travel.

Responsibilities

Services, inspects, and repairs aircraft in accordance with manufacturer’s data and 14 CFR Part 91 and 43.
Complete all tasks as required by the 14 CFR 145 CRS.
Reads, interprets, and complies with technical data including Service Instructions, Bulletins and Airworthiness Directives as directed by the manufacturer or Airworthiness Authority
Installs, maintains, and repairs aircraft electronic systems, including radios, navigation, radar, and autopilot, ensuring safe flight operations by troubleshooting issues, reading complex diagrams, and adhering to strict aviation regulations (FAA/manufacturer).
Completing diagnostics, performing repairs with precision tools, updating software, and meticulously documenting all maintenance completed on aircraft & equipment.
Contacts OEM, technical representatives, and suppliers for technical assistance
Repairs and replaces, defective aircraft components and complete functional checks of components
Records maintenance actions on aircraft, engine, and component records, forms, tags, and other applicable documents according to company and Airworthiness Authority requirements.
Performs related duties as required including flying on maintenance functional check flights
Able to work any assigned shift or schedule, including mission support outside normal duty hours and travel as required to support mission requirements
The incumbent performs other job-related tasks as assigned and required; any duties/tasks included in the employee's performance evaluation elements are essential to that employee's position within the job classification.