Avionics Technician III

Clay Lacy Aviation

7d•$52 - $62•Onsite

About The Position

The Avionics Technician III performs aircraft avionics maintenance, preventive maintenance, upgrades, alterations, testing, troubleshooting, and installations in accordance with Repair Station Manual procedures and manufacturer specifications. The position reports to the Avionics Supervisor / Manager. The technician may lead assigned projects and other avionics technicians during modifications, major inspections, or troubleshooting events. Technicians must hold appropriate certification under FAR Part 145.151 for their assigned work. The role is based in Van Nuys, California (KVNY), with a Tuesday–Friday schedule from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Compensation is $51.54–$61.84 per hour, and the posting lists a $3,000 sign-on bonus. The employee is eligible for Clay Lacy Aviation’s comprehensive benefits plan. The technician is expected to work independently with minimal or no supervision within applicable manuals, specifications, and certification requirements; maintain safe, efficient, quality work; keep shop equipment, tooling, and work areas in good order; and collaborate with and provide guidance and training to Technician I and II personnel. The role may involve travel and on-call or weekend support when required or scheduled. Regular, punctual attendance is an essential function.

Requirements

At least six years of military or corporate aircraft avionics experience; military avionics schooling and experience will be considered.
Airframe license required, with appropriate certification maintained in accordance with FAR Part 145.151.
Corporate aviation installation and troubleshooting experience and comprehensive understanding of avionics and electrical systems, their operation and interfacing, and testing with avionics test equipment.
Ability to interpret wiring diagrams and electrical schematics and understanding of Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs).
Extensive experience, knowledge, and understanding of hand tooling, wire strippers, and crimpers; must possess own tools.
Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Corridor.
Ability to perform assigned technical work independently with minimal or no supervision within applicable manuals, specifications, and certification requirements.
Willingness to learn new airframes, cabin management and entertainment systems, and avionics systems.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and provide guidance and training to Technician I and II personnel.
Regular, punctual attendance.

Responsibilities

Perform avionics and electrical system testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and installations.
Perform assigned work in accordance with industry standards, OEM technical data, and company Repair Station and Quality Control Manuals.
Lead specific projects and guide other avionics technicians during assigned modifications, major inspections, or troubleshooting events.
Interpret wiring diagrams and electrical schematics and use avionics test equipment.
Maintain shop equipment and tooling; keep the shop, workspace, and aircraft work areas clean and organized.
Comply with safety, efficiency, quality, HAZMAT, OSHA, airport, regulatory, and applicable legal requirements.
Provide guidance and training to Technician I and II personnel and collaborate with the avionics team.
Maintain personal appearance and uniforms to company standards.
Complete required company training and protect confidential company, employee, customer, financial, and strategic information.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned or required by the Avionics Manager or Avionics Supervisor.
Provide on-call and weekend support and travel when required or scheduled.