Avionics Instrument Technician

About the role

Columbia Helicopters is a 65-year-old provider of heavy-lift helicopter services. We design and operate aircraft, perform worldwide heavy-lift missions, and provide maintenance support to keep our clients ready for critical operations.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret maintenance manuals, wiring diagrams, schematics or other technical data to determine the feasibility and method to perform the assigned task.
• Cleans and inspects components, component parts and aircraft wiring installations for damage and wear using visual examination and special tooling and equipment.
• Replaces or repairs damaged or worn component parts and wiring using general hand tools, special tools, pneumatic tools and precision measuring equipment.
• Utilizes special tools, circuit testers, meters and equipment; performs tests and/or checks as required to confirm component and system serviceability.
• Documents all inspection findings and work performed/corrective action in the appropriate maintenance records.
• Maintains work areas and tools in a clean and organized manner, practices proper tool and FOD control.
• Performs work safely and utilizes the appropriate technical data for the assigned task.
• Maintains continuous improvement activities by utilizing Lean and continuous improvement tools striving to identify and eliminate waste in all its forms in an effort to improve quality and safety, decrease lead time and reduce cost.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; further education or advance instruction relative to technical field is preferred.
• 3+ years’ experience performing line and bench maintenance on a variety of aircraft instruments and avionics components.
• Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license preferred (Airframe license is equivalent to 1 year experience; Powerplant license is equivalent to 1 year experience; A&P license is equivalent to 2 years’ experience).
• Knowledge of standard wiring practices using contact crimp tools, inserting/extracting tools, wire stripping methods, connective types and contacts; experience with wire routing requirements.
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment and hand tools appropriate to the assigned tasks; general mechanics hand tools and appropriate tool box are required.
• CH-47 or CH-46 specific experience preferred; Military or commercial aviation avionics/electrical training preferred.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to work overtime and/or weekends as assigned dependent on production needs.
• Read, write and speak English proficiently.
• Meet International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) as a U.S. Person.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Further education or advance instruction relative to technical field preferred.
• 3+ years’ experience performing line and bench maintenance on a variety of aircraft instruments and avionics components.
• Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license preferred.
• Knowledge of standard wiring practices.
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment and hand tools.
• CH-47 or CH-46 specific experience preferred.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to work overtime and/or weekends as assigned.
• Read, write and speak English proficiently.
• Meet International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) as a U.S. Person.

Skills

• Technical reading and interpretation skills.
• Component inspection and repair skills.
• Wiring and troubleshooting skills.
• Documentation and record-keeping skills.
• Tool usage and maintenance skills.
• Continuous improvement mindset.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plans with company contributions, paid time off, and employee wellness resources.

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Variable schedule to accommodate production needs.