LARC Avionics Technician

Yulista Solutions•Hampton, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Avionics Technician performs avionics maintenance and troubleshooting on aircraft, simulators and in back shop environments. This role is responsible for the maintenance, testing, inspection, repair and integration of aircraft electrical, electronic, computer systems, and research test equipment and payloads in NASA assigned research aircraft platforms. The technician will also inspect, test, and operate avionic and electrical test equipment to ensure serviceability and proper operation, and ensure test equipment calibration schedules are up to date. They will troubleshoot, test, and overhaul various aircraft systems including VHF/UHF radios, Pro-panels, Aircraft Navigation Radios, Radio Management Systems, Air data Computers, Transponders and Distance Measuring Equipment. The role involves removing, disassembling, repairing, cleaning, treating for corrosion, assembling, and reinstalling avionics and aircraft electrical components and accessories. Additionally, the technician will update, program, and maintain navigational and flight management system databases on assigned aircraft, and dispose of hazardous materials and waste in accordance with environmental standards and regulations. Good housekeeping, tool control, and Foreign Object Damage (FOD) prevention are essential. The technician will inspect and maintain aircraft batteries and test equipment, perform scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance inspections and repairs, and perform aircraft ground support duties such as towing, marshalling, and jacking aircraft. Maintenance on aircraft, including avionics, mechanical systems, and ground support equipment, is required, as is the repair, inspection, and maintenance of structural, mechanical, and electrical elements of the aircraft. The role requires knowledge of and the ability to train others in the use of a wide variety of diagnostics devices, computers, hand and mechanical tools. Providing oversight and training to others in aircraft-related maintenance tasks is also a responsibility. Troubleshooting systems to meet customer needs and documenting maintenance per Quality Assurance (QA) and regulatory requirements are key functions. Tool control, including reporting missing tools and regular inventory and inspection, is mandatory. Compliance with safety rules and regulations, and prompt reporting of accidents, injuries, and violations are required. The position demands electrical and electronic malfunction troubleshooting skills, with systems knowledge including aircraft radar, communications, navigation, flight control (autopilot), flight management, and flight display systems. In-depth knowledge of advanced electronic principles and circuit analysis, along with the ability to interpret schematic diagrams, engineering drawings, and charts, is necessary. The technician must be able to trace signal flow and understand circuit interrelationships, and possess demonstrable soldering, cable, crimp, and harness (CCH) fabrication skills. The Aircraft Mechanic III Avionics may perform other related duties and may be required to perform in-flight technician/aircrew duties.

Requirements

Electrical and electronic malfunction troubleshooting skills required.
Systems knowledge should include, aircraft radar, communications, navigation, flight control (autopilot), flight Management, and flight display systems.
Must possess in-depth knowledge of advanced electronic principles and circuit analysis along with the ability to interpret schematic diagrams, engineering drawings and charts of assigned systems.
Required to trace signal flow and understand interrelationships of circuits.
Possess demonstrable soldering, cable, crimp and harness (CCH) fabrication skills.
Beginner to intermediate computer skills specifically using Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to learn additional computer skills or software programs.
Ability to enter data accurately into databases.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Interpersonal skills are necessary to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff. Will also routinely interact with other crew members.
Must possess effective oral and technical written communication skills to clearly communicate information to others.
Ability to use general office equipment such as fax, phone, copier, scanner, printers, etc.
Ability to follow a process.
Strong professional customer service skills, including active listening, prompt service and follow-up.
Strong decision analysis and problem solving skills. Ability to draw conclusions and justify decisions. Must be able to communicate issues to management.
Ability to learn and understand corporate policies and procedures and how they relate to Yulista Solution, LLC goals.
Ability to perform basic mathematical computations.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
5 years of aircraft maintenance experience with fixed wing commercial, Government or DOD aircraft required.
Experience supporting a NASA/DoD contract.
Knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within the field required.
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Government Security Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of advanced software applications is preferred.
May require a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airplane and/or Powerplant certification
May require a FCC GROL Certification
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

Responsibilities

Use NASA’s automated maintenance data system (NAMIS) to maintain equipment records, and document maintenance actions for all avionics and aircraft electrical repairs to NASA assigned aircraft.
Perform maintenance, testing, inspection, repair and integration of aircraft electrical, electronic, computer systems, and research test equipment and payloads in NASA assigned research aircraft platforms.
Inspect, test, and operate avionic and electrical test equipment to ensure serviceability, proper operation and ensure test equipment calibration schedules are up to date.
Troubleshoot, Test and overhaul: NASA Operations VHF/UHF radios, Pro-panels, Aircraft Navigation Radios, Radio Management Systems, Air data Computers, Transponders and Distance Measuring Equipment.
Remove, disassemble, repair, clean, treat for corrosion, assemble, and reinstall avionics and aircraft electrical components and accessories.
Update, program and maintain navigational and flight management system databases on assigned aircraft.
Dispose of hazardous materials and waste in accordance with all state, local, and federal environmental standards and regulations.
Practice good housekeeping, tool control, Foreign Object Damage (FOD) prevention in accordance with company and NASA policies and procedures.
Inspect and maintain aircraft batteries and test equipment.
Perform scheduled and un-scheduled aircraft maintenance inspections and repairs as required.
Perform aircraft ground support duties, including towing, marshalling and jacking aircraft.
Perform maintenance on aircraft, including avionics, mechanical systems, and/or ground support equipment.
Repair, inspect and maintain structural, mechanical and electrical elements of the aircraft.
Provide oversight and have the ability to direct and train others in the completion of aircraft related maintenance tasks.
Troubleshoot systems as required to meet customer needs.
Document maintenance as per Quality Assurance (QA) and established regulatory requirements.
Maintain control tools. Report missing, lost, found, or unattended tools to the supervisor. Inventory and inspect tools on a regular basis and replace worn or broken tools.
Comply with safety rules and regulations while performing day to day maintenance. Promptly report all accidents, injuries, safety violations, and/or unsafe practices or procedures to supervisor.
May be required to perform in flight technician/aircrew duties.