Aircraft Electrical Technician - AIS KC-130J Program

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, engineering drawings and technical manuals to fabricate and install electrical wiring/harnesses or coaxial cables on aircraft.
• Installs, tests, and troubleshoots aircraft electrical systems for conformance to specifications.
• Performs inspections, repairs, removals, reinstallations, of existing electrical systems or installs and integrates a complete new system for modifications.
• Cuts wiring/harnesses to length once properly installed, strips wire ends and installs the correct pins or terminal lugs to meet specifications.
• Proficient in termination of various connectors, continuity checks, voltage checks, and operational check-out of aircraft electrical systems.
• Performs the rewiring, modification, and troubleshooting of complex avionics/electronic systems.
• Performs aircraft inventory, acceptance, and inspections.
• Performs validation/verification testing of systems and components.
• Provides technical assistance and guidance as required by the position.
• Performs on and off aircraft electrical modification to electrical wiring and system components which includes but is not limited to: wire / harness / connector / component removal, installation, & repairs, routing, terminations, continuity checks, troubleshooting, and AC/DC & disturbed systems operational checks / verifications.
• Maintain assigned aircraft in accordance with Military Technical Orders, Manufacturer and Company Instructions.
• Absorb and apply instructions from Blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and other approved data.
• Must comply with established General and Industrial Safety Rules and Regulations as applicable to the contract, facilities, and job assignment.
• Maintain appropriate records of all work accomplished.
• May be required to perform simple computer input functions.
• Must be able to perform other duties as assigned.
• Material & Equipment Directly Used
• Drive company vehicle.
• Operate ground support equipment required to perform daily job functions.
• Use provided test equipment and Ground Support Equipment to perform assigned tasks.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of documented aircraft electrical experience in inspection, modification, troubleshooting and repair.
• Strong aptitude to read and interpret aircraft electrical installation/routing drawings.
• Must have the ability to use meters, test equipment and standard calibration testing equipment.
• Always maintain training currency.
• Must be self-motivated and have the ability to schedule job tasks to meet completion timeline.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain in force a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to pass a stringent background investigation.
• Must be able to utilize computer-based systems to perform duties.
• Must be willing/able to work any shift or schedule.