A&P Avionics Technician

About the role

Stratolaunch is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance and Systems Technician to join our team. This position involves the installation, testing, and maintenance of aircraft systems and components, including fuel, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, avionics, engine, and airframe systems.

Responsibilities

• Installation, testing, and maintenance of aircraft systems and components with zero workmanship defects
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance operations on aircraft, including inspections, repairs, Airworthiness directives, modifications, and troubleshooting
• Conduct thorough inspections of aircraft systems, components, and structures to identify issues or potential problems
• Ensure proper and timely entry of maintenance performed in the Aircraft Maintenance Discrepancy Log (MDL)
• Able to operate all power tools and equipment necessary to accomplish job assignments with expert proficiency
• Maintain aircraft in accordance with work instructions, inspection plans, and adhere to established standards
• Able to interpret and follow electrical schematics for installation of avionics components
• Operate-related ground handling equipment to service the aircraft as required
• Able to work in confined spaces or heights greater than 25 feet as required
• Able to effectively communicate and partner with engineering to solve design/installation problems, reduce defects, and improve build time
• Demonstrate the ability to perform as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) applying expertise gained through deep and broad industry knowledge

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in aircraft systems troubleshooting, fabrication, installation, and maintenance, including multiple of the following: Fuel systems and components, Hydraulic systems and components, Pneumatic systems and components, Electrical / Avionics systems and components, Engine systems and components, Airframe and aircraft structures
• Experience with line maintenance functions, including preflight, post flight, launch, and recovery of aircraft
• Experience fabricating, maintaining, replacing, or modifying aircraft structure or sub-systems, such as sheetmetal experience; bending, riveting, fasteners, treatment of metal, or changing large LRUs & subs system components such as flight control systems, landing gear systems, pneumatic systems, etc.
• Strong understanding and discipline in FOD and tool control
• Detail-oriented – strong attention to detail
• Able to solve problems and adapt quickly to changing priorities
• Able to work independently when needed, responsible, and take the initiative to help train/mentor direct team members
• Physically able to handle items weighing up to 50 lbs

Benefits

• Base salary and leveling established on a case-by-case basis
• Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs), paid maternity and parental leave, 50% company match on 401(k) savings plan, up to $11,500, tuition reimbursement, and a 9/80 schedule
• Equal opportunity employer