Electrical System Specialist

Gulfstream•Mesa, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Electrical System Specialist serves as a liaison across CS Operations, Vendors, GAC Quality, and GAC Engineering to provide timely and effective solutions for Avionics Systems. This role builds customer relationships by troubleshooting and solving the entire spectrum of aircraft systems, support equipment, and operational problems pertaining to our in-service product. The specialist is responsible for the verification and performance of avionics, electrical, and mechanical aircraft systems in accordance with engineering and maintenance documentation. This includes, but is not limited to, cockpit and cabin checkout, ASC installs, avionics installations, outside operations, and aircraft test flights/recovery.

Requirements

Associate's Degree in Aviation Avionics (or related field) required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
8 years of Avionics/Electrical experience.
Thorough knowledge of aircraft systems, troubleshooting, technical manuals systems, and aircraft maintenance records system.
Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and schematic diagrams.
Good understanding of Windows computer applications including the use of standard computer word and data processing programs (i.e. Microsoft Office Suite).
Proficient with DOS for troubleshooting purposes on LAN systems.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in computer and networking systems
Familiarity with software applications and aircraft system configuration
Starlink install/modification
A&P (FAA Airframe and Powerplant) license preferred.
Repairman certificate preferred.
Other FCC license preferred.
Other NCATT Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides advice and guidance to the company and the customer on installation, service, repair, replacement, modification, and maintenance of Gulfstream aircraft systems and support equipment.
Interfaces with Quoting/Sales, Tech Ops, Engineering, and Inspection/Return to Service in support of installs, configurations/modifications, certifications, troubleshooting assistance, and compliance of systems and processes.
Participates from the planning, installation, and check-out phase of projects, identifying potential problems.
Ensures compliance with STC, FAA, and EASA standards and regulatory mandates.
Identifies problems, trends, and troubleshoots in-service aircraft.
Develops, prepares, and updates new and existing troubleshooting procedures.
Coordinates the development and evaluation of test equipment for use on Gulfstream aircraft.
Configures aircraft systems and provides feedback to identify items or configurations that may lead to problems or issues.
Provides options for planned systems that may not be compatible with existing equipment.
Assists customers with subscription services and training on new systems installed on the aircraft.
Works with various manufacturers and vendors to provide assistance with validation of software or configuration changes implemented on a variety of units installed on the aircraft for testing purposes.
Provides training and workplace coaching to avionics technicians on aircraft systems implemented on the aircraft.
Supports customer satisfaction by resolving their issues in a timely manner.
Devises alternative approaches to solve complex aircraft system and support equipment operational conditions, and originates new approaches in one or more areas of field engineering as required.
Supports road trips to repair discrepancies at customer facilities.
Analyzes, identifies, and corrects system defects with minimal downtime.
Performs other duties as assigned.