Lead Avionics/Electrical Technician

Gulfstream•Westfield, MA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Gulfstream is seeking a Lead Avionics/Electrical Technician to plan and coordinate all electrical/avionics activities. This role involves providing customers with daily updates on aircraft schedules, repairs, and parts, and working with hangar management to align electrical/avionics tasks with aircraft requirements. At Gulfstream, we prioritize our people, fostering an environment of trust, respect, and integrity, and investing in employee development to ensure they can achieve their fullest potential and contribute to our mission of creating the world's finest aviation experience.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
2 years experience on large/mid-size aircraft.
8 years experience in aircraft avionics/electrical career field; or two (2) years of accredited schooling in aviation electronics and six (6) years related experience.
FAA A&P license or be able to obtain a repairman certificate within 30 days of start date.
Must have thorough knowledge of aircraft systems, troubleshooting, technical manuals systems, and aircraft maintenance records system.
Ability to read and interpret electrical/avionics system drawings and blueprints.
Must have demonstrated leadership ability.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, implement and obtain objective with minimal direction.
Ability to use hand tools and avionics test equipment.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Nice To Haves

FCC license or NCATT certification preferred.
Preferred proficiency in the operation and troubleshooting of other aircraft systems or disciplines other than avionics, such as hydraulics, landing gear, flight controls, environmental controls or structural installations and repairs.
A good understanding of PC, Windows and main frame computer applications including the use of standard computer word processing programs (i.e. Microsoft Word) and appropriate typing skills a plus.

Responsibilities

Plans, schedules, and completes tasks on work authorizations to meet the master schedule.
Provides daily status reports and progress schedules to management.
Coordinates Electrical and Avionics activities to meet aircraft schedules and deadlines.
Reviews work, including forms and records, to ensure compliance with Site Inspection Procedures Manual, Site Operating Procedures, and FARs.
Supervises and instructs electrical technicians with technical guidance and proper procedures for troubleshooting electrical/avionics systems, routine inspections, and preventive maintenance.
Provides input to subordinate performance appraisals.
Reviews daily job charging for all personnel to ensure accuracy.
Maintains a preventive maintenance program on test equipment, hand tools, and special tools.
Maintains current knowledge of Aircraft Service Changes (ASC), Customer Bulletins, inspection schedule requirements, vendor information, and all other procedures, publications, and general knowledge pertaining to aircraft maintenance and servicing.
Supervises a continuous safety program in the hangar area, including operation of support equipment, aircraft systems, and general housekeeping.
Maintains required logs and records.
Enforces the company FOD, tool control, 5-S programs, and all safety regulations.
Adapts to sudden schedule changes.
Coordinates with other disciplines concerning projects.
Establishes and fosters an environment of innovation and Lean oriented thinking.
May include flight tests on aircraft as required in support of aircraft certification and final phase testing.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits plans
Wellness programs
Paid leave
Tuition assistance
Medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage
Life and disability insurance
Retirement savings plan
Employee assistance plan
Voluntary programs such as adoption assistance, prepaid legal assistance, home and auto insurance, and accident insurance.