Sr. Aircraft Technician - VISTA F-16/X-62

Calspan Corporation•Edwards AFB, CA

15d•$45 - $60•Onsite

About The Position

Calspan is the premier independent provider of testing and technology development services, solutions, and systems in the aerospace, defense, and automotive industries. Our diverse skill set and unique testing capabilities help innovators push the limits of technology to transform the future. We are seeking a Senior Technician (F-16/X-62) to be esponsible for performing electrical and technical support on a VISTA X-62/F-16 aircraft at our Edwards Airforce Base location. This includes operating and maintaining core F-16 avionics, communications, flight controls, radar, electrical, and VISTA-specific systems. Every single thing we do with our customers and employees is based upon our goal of being selective to join and difficult to leave. We operate with a core set of values surrounding inclusiveness, accountability and innovation. Do you have what it takes to Be Calspan?

Requirements

F-16 electrical/avionic technician 7 level certification
Seven (7) + years in aircraft electrical, avionics, radar, communications
A combination of education and experience equivalent to above.

Nice To Haves

Fly-by-wire aircraft
Troubleshooting various F-16 problems
Hydraulic and pneumatic principles
Digital “Fly-By-Wire” flight control principles
Electrical and electronic principles
Perform operations and execute test procedures for engineering, scientific, or real-time data acquisition
Demonstrated ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams and schematics
Read and interpret engineering plans and specifications
Ability to travel.

Responsibilities

Perform inspections, system troubleshooting, repairs, and tests to aircraft avionic, electrical, and modified equipment on and off aircraft.
Fabricate and/or modify electronic enclosures, panels, circuit boards and wire harnesses per aircraft drawings or engineering notes.
Verify new equipment, wire/harness, connectors, back shells meet design requirements and F-16/X-62 specific requirements.
Support engineering during aircraft system testing, insure safety standards are met for both aircraft systems and engineer personnel.
Provide technical assistance when electrical or engineering problems are encountered during and after testing.
Follow established quality assurance procedures with regard to all work performed on the VISTA X-62A aircraft.
Support aircrew during aircraft launch and during aircrew ground test procedures.
Assist aircrew during debrief and insure correct identification of problems for correct troubleshooting directions.