Avionics Technician

AerSale, Inc. • Goodyear, AZ

2d • $22 - $38

About The Position

AerSale is hiring an Avionics Technician to perform shop work on aircraft avionics components. The role carries out assigned work in accordance with approved technical data, customer specifications, regulatory requirements, inspection procedures, and quality policies. The technician uses appropriate inspection methods and calibrated equipment, maintains tools and test equipment, documents work, supports development of new repair capabilities, and provides timely quotes. The position requires extensive knowledge of avionics components and the ability to work in a shop environment, read schematics and drawings, and lift up to 100 pounds.

The technician reports to the Department Manager and interacts daily with Quality Inspectors, Engineers, buyers, and internal departments. The work environment may involve exposure to hazardous chemicals, abrasive blast residue, paint fumes, and high-pitched sound; personal protective equipment is required in specified areas. Additional hours may be needed when operational objectives require them.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• FCC certification.
• 2–5 years of combined bench or line experience working on avionics components; the posting also lists 2 years of aviation avionics experience.
• Extensive knowledge of avionics components, including ADF, radio altimeter, VHF, HF, VOR/ILS, radar, DME, transponders, steering computers, instrument amplifiers, radar indicators, digital air data computers, baro rate computers, gables panels, power transformers, and antennas.
• Associate degree in Electronics; an Associate degree is also listed separately.
• Knowledge of and ability to operate test equipment such as scopes, analyzers, and Flukes.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage projects, work under pressure in a fast-paced industry, and meet established timelines.
• Excellent verbal, writing, listening, and interpersonal skills to interact with internal contacts at all functional levels.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Computer literate and proficient with Microsoft Office programs, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills, including the ability to make informed judgment calls and take informed risks.
• Ability to prioritize and work without close supervision.
• Ability to work in a shop environment and lift 100 pounds.
• Ability to bend, squat, sit, stand, walk, handle objects, and occasionally push or pull, stack, reach above shoulder level, or carry lightweight materials.

Nice To Haves

• A&P License (preferred).
• FCC certification (also listed as preferred).
• Previous work experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Perform work assignments as determined by shop management.
• Ensure work meets approved technical data, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Use appropriate inspection techniques and calibrated equipment for the unit or part being serviced.
• Use proper test equipment or a suitable alternative and perform preventive maintenance as needed.
• Record information and complete assignments in compliance with the Inspection Procedures Manual and Quality Policies and Procedures.
• Assist the Department Manager and Engineers with developing new repair capabilities.
• Maintain appropriate two-way communication with the Manager and teammates.
• Provide timely unit quotes while maintaining the stated Gate 1 and Gate 3 timelines of three days each.
• Keep personal and shop calibrated tools in satisfactory operating condition.
• Comply with safety directives and maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Read and interpret schematics and drawings.
• Perform teardown, inspection, parts requisition, assembly, testing, troubleshooting, repair, and overhaul of aircraft avionics components.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• 100% employer-paid dental, vision, life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) with employer contribution.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Education reimbursement for a related field.
• Employee referral and recognition programs.
• Paid holidays and 15 paid time-off days annually.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree