Aircraft Electrical Systems Specialist

At Gulfstream, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in inspiring and empowering every individual to reach their fullest potential. From workforce development and meaningful connections to a culture of trust, respect, and integrity, we invest in our employees so they can do their best work and achieve success together.

About the Role

Liaison across CS Operations, Vendors, GAC Quality, and GAC Engineering to provide timely, effective solutions for Avionics Systems. Builds customer relationships with regards to troubleshooting and solving the entire spectrum of aircraft systems, support equipment, and operational problems pertaining to our in-service product. Responsible for the verification/performance of avionics, electrical, and mechanical aircraft systems in accordance with engineering and maintenance documentation, including but not limited to: cockpit and cabin checkout, ASC installs, avionics installations, outside operations, and aircraft test flights/recovery.

Responsibilities

• Provides advice and guidance to the company and the customer on installation, service, repair, replacement, modification, and maintenance of Gulfstream aircraft systems and support equipment.
• Interface with Quoting/Sales, Tech Ops, Engineering, and Inspection/Return to Service in support of installs, configurations/modifications, certifications, troubleshooting assistance, and compliance of systems and processes.
• Be involved from the planning, installation, and checkout phase of the project, identifying potential problems that may occur.
• Ensure compliance with STC, FAA, and EASA standards and regulatory mandates.
• Identifies problems, trends, and troubleshoots in-service aircraft.
• Develops, prepares, and updates new and existing troubleshooting procedures.
• Coordinate the development and evaluation of test equipment for use on Gulfstream aircraft.
• Configure aircraft systems and provide feedback to best identify items or configurations that may lead to problems or issues.
• Provide options to planned systems that may not be compatible with existing equipment.
• Provide customer assistance with subscription services and training on new systems installed on the aircraft.
• Work with various manufacturers and vendors to provide assistance with validation of software or configuration changes implemented on a variety of units installed on the aircraft for testing purposes.
• Provide training and workplace coaching to the avionics technicians on the aircraft systems that have been implemented.
• Support customer satisfaction by resolving their issues in a timely manner.
• Devise alternative approaches to solve complex aircraft system and support equipment operational conditions, and originate new approaches in one or more areas of field engineering as required.
• Support road trips to repair discrepancies at customer facilities.
• Must be able to work independently to quickly analyze, identify, and correct defects in the system with minimal downtime.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Aviation Avionics (or related field) required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
• 8 years of Avionics/Electrical experience.
• A&P (FAA Airframe and Powerplant) license preferred.
• Repairman certificate preferred.
• FCC license preferred.
• NCATT Certification preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of aircraft systems, troubleshooting, technical manuals systems, and aircraft maintenance records system.
• Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and schematic diagrams.
• Good understanding of Windows computer applications including the use of standard computer word and data processing programs (i.e., Microsoft Office Suite).
• Proficient with DOS for troubleshooting purposes on LAN systems.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Skills

Computer software skills with strong networking knowledge preferred.

Pay

The compensation range for this role is $38.78 - $50.89 per hour. Final compensation for this role will be determined by several factors including but not limited to: minimum and preferred qualifications, knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, and location.

Benefits

Gulfstream employees benefit from a total rewards package that includes:

• 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

Schedule

• Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%
• Shift: First
• Employment Type: Full-time