Avionics Technician- DTW

About the role

As a SkyWest A&P Mechanic, you will be part of a fast-paced environment full of variety, working on our growing fleet of aircraft. This role offers a $7,500 bonus for those with military A&P experience, contingent on a three-year commitment to SkyWest. You’ll gain new skills while performing nose-to-tail aircraft maintenance, collaborating with a world-class team of mechanics, and playing a crucial role in SkyWest operations.

Responsibilities

• Meet all FAA and safety-related requirements.
• Effectively troubleshoot all aircraft systems.
• Make timely, critical decisions regarding aircraft safety.
• Ensure proficiency in all documentation and paperwork, including parts paperwork.
• Perform avionics inspections, routine maintenance (e.g., FOQA downloads), and system troubleshooting in a hangar environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Hold a valid, unrestricted driver’s license.
• Hold a valid FAA-issued A&P certificate.
• Familiarity with company, manufacturer, and wire-diagram manuals, including schematics.
• Basic avionics skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a self-starter, collaborate in a team environment, and use aircraft manuals to troubleshoot and repair avionics and electrical systems.
• Possess a minimum set of tools (see minimum tool list).
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Willingness to work varying shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Exercise good judgment in teamwork and aircraft maintenance/safety.
• Comfortably lift 60 lbs. routinely, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must hold or obtain a FCC GROL license within six months of hire date.
• This is a Department of Transportation safety-sensitive position.

Qualifications

Experience/training must meet one of the following:

• Graduated from an accredited avionics school.
• Military training in avionics or electronics.
• Associate’s degree or higher in electronics.
• Eighteen months’ experience in the avionics industry.
• A&P certification with previous avionics experience.

Additional preferred qualifications:

• Graduated from an accredited avionics school.
• Military training in avionics or electronics.
• Associate’s degree or higher in electronics.

Other Notes

Selected candidates will be required to travel outside the station for training and complete new hire onboarding. The hiring process may include an additional video or phone interview. Monitor your email (including junk folder) for further instructions.