Aircraft Mechanic - Avionics - VMG

About the role

The successful Aircraft Mechanic-Avionics performs organizational, intermediate and limited depot level maintenance to include inspection, operational test, repair, modification and troubleshooting on all assigned aircraft, components and equipment. Applies advanced technical knowledge to solve complex problems and to provide technical assistance, guidance and instruction to other employees as needed.

Responsibilities

• Applies advanced technical knowledge to solve complex problems and to provide technical assistance, guidance and instruction to other employees as needed.
• Performs testing and troubleshooting of weapons systems, complex avionics/electrical systems and subsystems, communication/navigations, electronic flight control, fuel, power generators, power distribution systems, lighting systems, flight instrument and fuel systems, temperature and pressure indicating, engine and control indications, ATFLIR, Electronic Counter Measure, and RADAR systems.
• Provides technical assistance, guidance and astute communication skills during aircrew de-brief.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, technical directives, planning documents, test specifications, technical publications and procedures, and applicable safety manuals.

Requirements

• Minimum three years’ experience within the last eight years in their specific aircraft maintenance occupational field.
• The last two years must have been in the military or with a government aviation maintenance contractor.
• Must have experience in corrosion detection, treatment and prevention.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain any company/government required qualifications, certifications, licensing, or clearance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to work all assigned shifts & schedules.
• Must have a valid state driver's license.
• Prior military personnel must present a member 4 DD214 with an Honorable character of service discharge.

Skills

• Recent experience with F-18A-F, EA-18G, E-2C, or F-16 aircraft preferred.
• Possess a high degree of expertise of aircraft systems, avionics theory and applications.
• Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of applicable maintenance/technical manuals, publications, instructions and special tools and test equipment.
• Familiar with operational capabilities and limitations of aircraft systems.
• Possess a thorough working knowledge of the detection, prevention and treatment of corrosion.
• Working knowledge of aircraft sub-systems, including maintenance parameters, systems operations, limitations and technical orders.
• May be required to troubleshoot malfunctions in aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti-icing, hydraulic, engines, auxiliary power unit, and ventilation and heating systems to ensure aircraft remains in safe operating conditions.
• Customer oriented.

Benefits

• Hospitality, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Retail retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching).
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Tax-saving options.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Pet insurance.

Pay

$54.47 (Hourly rate set by CBA)

Schedule

This position includes a competitive benefits package.