Avionics Technician III (Weekend Nights)

Gulfstream Aerospace • Saint Louis, MO

100d • $34 - $39

About The Position

The Avionics Technician III position at Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation involves providing technical expertise while performing various operational and functional tests and repairs of avionics and electronic aircraft equipment and systems to ensure a defect-free aircraft. The technician will demonstrate superior technical skills in testing, troubleshooting, and repairing system discrepancies to minimize schedule impact. The role requires defining and implementing process changes to reduce costs while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 5 years experience in an avionics/electrical career field.
• 2 years of accredited schooling in aviation electronics may offset two years of experience requirement.
• A & P license, FCC license, or NCATT certification preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred proficiency in the operation and troubleshooting of other aircraft systems such as hydraulics, landing gear, flight controls, environmental controls, or structural installations and repairs.
• APU run qualification and engine run qualification preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and schematic diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates superior technical skills and expertise in avionics and aircraft systems operational testing and troubleshooting.
• Teaches the installation and functional testing of electrical/avionics components and systems per Engineering specifications, drawings, and maintenance manuals.
• Ensures quality and efficiency of all installations and troubleshoots malfunctioning systems.
• Demonstrates effective repair techniques including splicing, soldering, and pinning of wiring.
• Oversees performance and compliance with engineering changes and modifications.
• Sets up and operates necessary test equipment and conducts functional and operational tests.
• Maintains daily logs and documentation of all work performed on the aircraft.
• Pre-inspects work of others prior to submitting to inspection for approval.
• Provides knowledge and technical expertise in testing and maintaining test equipment and electronic systems.
• Enforces company FOD program, tool control program, 5-S program, and all safety regulations.
• Coordinates with other disciplines concerning projects.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee assistance plan
• Voluntary programs such as adoption assistance, prepaid legal assistance, home and auto insurance, and accident insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED