Aircraft Avionics Crew Chief

About the role

The Avionics Crew Chief at Jet Access serves as a highly experienced technical leader responsible for overseeing avionics operations, leading advanced installations, and driving system integration excellence across business aviation platforms.

Responsibilities

• Perform and lead complex avionics installations including panel upgrades, retrofits, STC modifications, and full system integrations
• Evaluate aircraft configuration to ensure system compatibility prior to installation
• Modify, fabricate, terminate, and route wiring harnesses to professional aviation standards
• Install and configure Gogo ATG and satellite connectivity systems, ensuring proper antenna installation, system calibration, and performance validation
• Diagnose and resolve advanced avionics discrepancies to LRU and component level
• Interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, engineering drawings, and aircraft maintenance manuals
• Identify and resolve system conflicts between legacy electrical architecture and modern avionics equipment
• Utilize multimeters, oscilloscopes, signal generators, and avionics test equipment to validate system performance
• Troubleshoot Wi-Fi, data, and connectivity integration issues between cockpit and cabin systems
• Perform avionics installations and modifications on piston, turboprop, and light jet aircraft
• Demonstrate working knowledge of common GA platforms including Cirrus, Beechcraft, Cessna, Hawker, and Embraer aircraft
• Achieve all installations meeting FAA regulations, STC requirements, and company quality standards
• Accurately document all work performed in accordance with FAA and company requirements
• Complete logbook entries, Form 337 documentation as required, and maintain organized, audit-ready documentation for all avionics projects
• Serve as avionics crew chief and senior technical resource, setting the standard for installation quality and troubleshooting methodology
• Mentor avionics technicians in wiring practices, system integration, and diagnostic techniques
• Provide installation guidance and review complex work to ensure compliance with OEM specifications and FAA regulations
• Avoid technical risk areas in planning avionics projects
• Promote a culture of accountability, precision, and continuous improvement within the avionics department while communicating technical findings clearly to Maintenance leadership and cross-functional teams
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives for avionics installation processes and quality standards
• Stay current with evolving avionics technologies, regulations, and industry best practices
• Collaborate with parts department and vendors to ensure timely acquisition of specialized avionics components
• Maintain constant vigilance for safety protocols while ensuring all work adheres to the highest quality standards
• Complete special projects and initiatives as needed, embracing opportunities to contribute to Jet Access's continued growth and success

Requirements

• Current A&P License preferred
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience with diversified jet, turboprop, or piston aircraft avionics maintenance in MRO environment
• Demonstrated experience leading and overseeing avionics teams and complex installations including panel upgrades, retrofits, and STC modifications
• Proven experience with wiring fabrication, harness modification, termination, and routing to professional aviation standards
• Experience with Garmin, Collins, Avidyne, and other major OEM avionics systems
• Advanced knowledge of system integration between avionics, autopilot, navigation, communication, and flight control systems
• Experience with Form 337 documentation, STC compliance, and audit-ready documentation practices
• Proficiency with advanced diagnostic equipment including oscilloscopes, signal generators, and specialized avionics test equipment
• Working knowledge of multiple GA platforms such as Cirrus, Beechcraft, Cessna, Hawker, and Embraer aircraft
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve system conflicts between legacy and modern avionics equipment
• Proven experience supervising, mentoring, and training avionics technicians
• Valid state driver's license and clean driving record
• Ability to pass comprehensive background check and drug screening
• Excellent communication and leadership skills for coordinating with customers, vendors, and cross-functional teams
• Deep alignment with Jet Access core values and commitment to safety, excellence, and positive culture

Qualifications

• Required: Current A&P License
• Preferred: Minimum 5-7 years of experience with diversified jet, turboprop, or piston aircraft avionics maintenance in MRO environment
• Required: Demonstrated experience leading and overseeing avionics teams and complex installations including panel upgrades, retrofits, and STC modifications
• Required: Proven experience with wiring fabrication, harness modification, termination, and routing to professional aviation standards
• Required: Experience with Garmin, Collins, Avidyne, and other major OEM avionics systems
• Required: Advanced knowledge of system integration between avionics, autopilot, navigation, communication, and flight control systems
• Required: Experience with Form 337 documentation, STC compliance, and audit-ready documentation practices
• Required: Proficiency with advanced diagnostic equipment including oscilloscopes, signal generators, and specialized avionics test equipment
• Required: Working knowledge of multiple GA platforms such as Cirrus, Beechcraft, Cessna, Hawker, and Embraer aircraft
• Required: Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve system conflicts between legacy and modern avionics equipment
• Required: Proven experience supervising, mentoring, and training avionics technicians
• Required: Valid state driver's license and clean driving record
• Required: Ability to pass comprehensive background check and drug screening
• Required: Excellent communication and leadership skills for coordinating with customers, vendors, and cross-functional teams
• Required: Deep alignment with Jet Access core values and commitment to safety, excellence, and positive culture

Skills

• Advanced Avionics Installation & System Integration
• Advanced Troubleshooting & Technical Expertise
• Aircraft Platform Experience & Quality Standards
• Team Leadership & Technical Oversight
• Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence

Benefits

• Base Salary of $30.00-$50.00 per hour, paid bi-weekly plus $4.00 per hour for Crew Chief Incentive Pay
• Overtime pay for all hours over 40 hours per week
• $6.00 per hour shift premium for 2nd shift
• $2.00 per hour travel premium for AOG assignments

Pay

• Base Salary of $30.00-$50.00 per hour, paid bi-weekly plus $4.00 per hour for Crew Chief Incentive Pay
• Overtime pay for all hours over 40 hours per week
• $6.00 per hour shift premium for 2nd shift
• $2.00 per hour travel premium for AOG assignments

Schedule

• Monday through Friday
• Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• On call or evening/weekend hours may be required for urgent maintenance needs