Avionics Lead, Install

About the role

The Avionics Lead position at StandardAero's Augusta, GA Business Aviation MRO involves leading a team responsible for installing, modifying, and upgrading avionics systems across 25+ models of corporate aircraft. This includes instrumentation, navigation, sensors, radios, antennas, flight controls, pitot systems, and lighting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute avionics system installations based on engineering data, ensuring projects stay on schedule and within budget.
• Lead and supervise a team of Avionics Technicians in installing, aligning, and wiring electrical and electronic components.
• Delegate tasks, set short- and long-term goals, and monitor performance to optimize team efficiency.
• Collaborate with management, engineering, and other departments to resolve system issues and meet project deadlines.
• Ensure compliance with FAA regulations and company standards, maintaining documentation and master drawing packages.
• Oversee inspections, testing, and repairs of avionics systems, including radio, radar, navigation, and entertainment systems.
• Manage department workloads, schedules operations, and maximize resource utilization within budget.
• Communicate work status to customers, managers, and team members through meetings, reports, and status updates.
• Promote a positive work environment, mentoring and training team members for continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of Avionics systems installation experience.
• Experience managing projects involving modifications and avionics upgrades.
• Experience installing StarLink, GoGo, Rockwell Collins, SmartSky and/or Honeywell products.
• Installation and technical expertise of avionics systems across navigation, communication, surveillance, and cabin connectivity.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Must have a High School diploma or GED equivalent.

Preferred Characteristics

• 10+ years of Avionics installation experience.
• FCC license(s) and FAA A&P license.
• Experience working on Dassault Falcon, Challenger, Hawker, Embraer and/or Gulfstream aircraft.
• Experience installing cabin connectivity systems such as Starlink, GoGo, SmartSky, Collins, and/or Honeywell.
• Experience managing technicians and projects involving avionics modifications and upgrades.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to lead high-performing teams.

Benefits

• Relocation and Sign-On Bonus Eligible
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Comprehensive Healthcare
• 401(k) with 100% company match; up to 5% vested
• Paid Time Off accrued starting on day one
• Quarterly Bonus opportunities
• Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life & AD&D Insurance

About StandardAero

Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning-based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers' missions worldwide. With on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.

Inclusivity

It is StandardAero’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation, and pregnancy) sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.

About The Team

It is StandardAero’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation, and pregnancy) sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.