RS Aircraft Component Repair Tech III - Avionics

Gulfstream•Fort Worth, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under minimal supervision, repair and overhaul internal and external aircraft assemblies, subassemblies, and components in accordance with Gulfstream Repair Station requirements. This position is in the Avionics and Battery Repair Shop in Fort Worth, Texas, where work is performed in a climate-controlled environment. The role is primarily first shift, but requires flexibility to work another shift based on business needs. The technician applies advanced repair skills and performs repairs independently, including troubleshooting, removal and replacement of defective parts, fabrication of replacement parts, installation, and testing. Work must comply with authorized maintenance data and Repair Station requirements, and all parts and assemblies must meet conformity requirements. The technician also supports the training and mentoring of junior technicians. Travel may be required up to 25%.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Four years of experience in sheet metal, hydraulic overhaul, avionics/electrical component repair, or other related experience; accredited schooling in electronics and electrical systems may offset some experience requirements.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering documents, and applicable maintenance data.
Ability to use and read precision measuring tools.
Proficiency in operating the tools and equipment used in the department.
Basic understanding of shop mathematics.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to work a different shift when required by business needs.

Nice To Haves

A&P license, FCC license, or NCATT certification.
Experience with aircraft electrical systems, batteries, troubleshooting, and avionics component repair.
Ability to train and mentor junior technicians.
APU removal, installation, and servicing experience.

Responsibilities

Apply advanced skills in the use of procedures, techniques, tools, materials, and equipment appropriate to the area of specialization.
Independently repair mechanical and electrical assemblies and subassemblies through removal, repair or replacement of defective parts, fabrication of replacement parts, and installation, following authorized maintenance data and Repair Station requirements.
Set up and operate test equipment to perform functional and operational tests of aircraft components for return to service.
Inspect detail parts using blueprints, component or overhaul manuals, and other required maintenance data to ensure conformity.
Remove skins and related components on flight controls and secondary structures, and locate and install or reinstall parts.
Use troubleshooting, soldering, and protective-coating techniques in component repairs.
Use, maintain, and meet calibration requirements for precision measuring and inspection tools.
Follow materials-flow and work-order processes within the repair station.
Maintain required paperwork in accordance with FAA Repair Station requirements.
Maintain a clean and orderly work area and comply with company and legislative environmental health and safety regulations.
Perform major and minor repairs to flight controls and other secondary structure components using applicable construction, repair, testing, press, and servicing-cart techniques.
Fabricate and repair sheet metal and associated mechanical parts, components, or equipment using mechanical processes such as rolling, shrinking, stretching, braking, and riveting.
Remove and install APUs and perform required APU maintenance for Gulfstream aircraft models.
Repair electronic assemblies and subassemblies by removing and replacing circuit components using through-hole or surface-mount soldering and circuit-repair techniques.
Fabricate and repair wiring, electrical assemblies, and harnesses using processes including splicing, soldering, and wire pinning.
Assist with training and instructing Aircraft Component Repair Tech I and II employees.
Perform other duties as assigned.