Avionics Installation Technician 2

About the role

We are seeking a full-time Avionics Installation Technician 2 at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. The role involves installing, troubleshooting, and testing certified and experimental avionics systems in FAR part 23, 25, 27 and 29 aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Develop documentation, testing and training plans for new avionics systems to meet internal/external needs
• Modify aircraft to accommodate panel and remote mounted avionics equipment with demonstrated wiring, termination techniques and harness skills
• Prepare new aircraft wiring harnesses in accordance with Engineering drawings and installation documents
• Troubleshoot existing avionics installation interconnects with an advanced understanding of repair station practices
• Use ramp test equipment to verify proper function of installed avionics
• Partner with Engineering in development and verification of new installation documentation
• Complete Repair Station and aircraft paperwork (logbook entries, FAA 337, W&B, etc.)
• Comply with DOT (Department of Transportation) requirements
• Mentor lower-level technicians and apprentices
• Assist in maintenance and aircraft movement in the hangar

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 5 years general aviation, maintenance or avionics experience and/or equivalent combination of education, military aviation experience and/or aviation related experience
• Demonstrated ability to read/interpret aircraft wiring diagrams and installations manuals with the ability to determine basic system integration and configuration
• Demonstrated ability of aircraft wiring harness termination techniques, wire harness fabrication and harness installation techniques in general aviation aircraft
• Demonstrated ability in the operational testing and modification of aircraft pitot-static systems, including aircraft transponder testing and RVSM requirements
• Knowledge of FAA Regulations relating to avionics installations, testing requirements and how to apply those to assigned tasks
• Ability to routinely bend, twist, and lift up to 50 lbs. and occasionally team lift up to 100 lbs. while using safe lifting techniques; pushing/pulling equipment up to 200 lbs.; standing and sitting for extended periods of time; kneeling, stooping, crouching, and crawling; climbing and utilizing ladders to connect cables and walking long distances throughout the facility; repetitive motion; tolerates products, materials and fumes associated with aircraft maintenance; tolerates working in confined spaces and heights above four feet
• Tolerates working in extreme temperatures and noisy environments

Qualifications

• FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic certificate
• Experience using desktop computer systems
• Experience producing and modifying drawings using AutoCAD
• Basic aircraft sheet metal skills relating to avionics installations

Skills

• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits

Garmin offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more details, please refer to the provided link: Garmin Benefits.