Avionics Technician

Amentum•San Angelo, TX

1d•$46•Onsite

About The Position

The Avionics Technician installs, inspects, tests, adjusts, and repairs avionics equipment on assigned CBP aircraft, including radar, communications, navigation, and instrument systems. The role troubleshoots and modifies aircraft avionics, electrical, and instrumentation systems; interprets technical manuals, drawings, and other documentation; and uses specialized test equipment to diagnose systems and perform operational checks. The technician removes, repairs, installs, inspects, calibrates, and replaces system components according to test results and technical documentation. The role also requires maintaining aircraft logs and records and providing guidance and technical expertise to less experienced technicians. Periodic travel may be required in support of customer missions.

Requirements

Must be able to obtain and maintain a CBP Background Investigation Suitability clearance; U.S. citizenship is required to obtain the clearance.
Valid motor vehicle driver's license.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Five years of aircraft avionics- or electrical-related experience.
High degree of knowledge and expertise in aircraft electrical and avionics systems.
In-depth knowledge of applicable maintenance and technical manuals, publications, special tools, and test equipment.
Familiarity with the operational capabilities and limitations of electrical and avionics systems.
Thorough working knowledge of corrosion detection, prevention, and treatment.
Ability to read, write, understand, and communicate in English and follow verbal and written instructions.
Basic computer data-entry skills for use of the Customs and Border Protection maintenance and logistics database.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, repair, and modify avionics, electrical, and instrumentation systems installed on aircraft.
Interpret manufacturers' manuals, technical documents, and drawings to solve complex problems.
Use specialized avionics test equipment to troubleshoot systems and perform operational checks.
Remove, repair, install, inspect, and perform operational checks on system components.
Calibrate, repair, and replace system components based on test results and applicable technical documentation.
Make entries in aircraft logs and records.
Provide guidance and technical expertise to less experienced technicians during aircraft maintenance and modification efforts.
Travel periodically in support of customer missions.
Perform other duties as assigned.