Avionics Lead

Standard Aero•Springfield, IL

1d•$33 - $49

About The Position

StandardAero is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Lead Avionics Technician to join its expanding team. The position is responsible for installing, troubleshooting, inspecting, maintaining, and repairing avionics systems on general aviation and business-class aircraft. The role serves as the subject matter expert for the Avionics service team and requires strong leadership abilities and in-depth technical expertise. The lead technician supervises and mentors junior technicians, promotes quality and safe work practices, coordinates with engineering and management, and ensures accurate documentation and work-order completion. The position also supports training and process improvement and helps improve efficiency, quality, and turnaround time. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, authorization to work in the United States, and 3–5 years of corporate aviation avionics technician experience. The successful candidate can troubleshoot avionics flight decks, equipment, and CMS systems; interpret wiring diagrams and schematics; and understand FAA regulations and requirements. The work involves physical activity, including lifting up to 50 pounds, standing for at least eight hours, and walking, bending, stretching, and climbing ladders. Work outside designated hours, including weekends and overtime, may be required. The listed hourly salary range is $32.81–$49.22. The position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $20,000.

Requirements

Must be authorized to work in the United States.
High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
Minimum of 3–5 years of experience as an Avionics Technician in corporate aviation.
Demonstrated exemplary technical ability in a specialty area.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Experience troubleshooting avionics flight decks, equipment, and CMS systems.
Ability to diagnose and resolve technical avionics problems.
Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate multiple activities to achieve quality maintenance within established time frames.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, walk, bend, stretch, and climb ladders.
Ability to stand for a minimum of eight hours.
Ability to work outside designated work hours, as well as weekends and overtime.
Excellent hand-to-eye coordination.
Ability to think clearly and speak intelligibly by telephone and in person.
Knowledge of FAA regulations and requirements.

Nice To Haves

Previous supervisory or lead experience.
A&P License or FCC License.
Familiarity with Dassault Falcon, Hawker, Bombardier, and Gulfstream aircraft.

Responsibilities

Serve as the subject matter expert for the Avionics service team.
Supervise and mentor junior technicians, ensuring quality and safety across tasks.
Perform advanced troubleshooting and diagnostics using specialized tools and software.
Interface with engineering and management teams to support proper workflow and accurate documentation.
Maintain and interpret aircraft wiring diagrams, schematics, and blueprints.
Ensure work-order completion and progressive sign-off in accordance with RSQCM and regulatory requirements.
Participate in training and process improvement to stay current with evolving avionics technologies.
Improve efficiency, ease of work performance, quality, and turnaround time.
Ensure safe work practices are consistently employed on aircraft jobs and throughout the shop.
Support safety, environmental, and housekeeping policies; promote safe work habits, monitor for hazards, and take steps to address or remove them.
Communicate professionally and maintain a positive customer-service attitude without compromising quality.
Perform other duties as required by the department.