AVIONICS TECHNICIAN - FT

Position Summary

Avionics Technicians are responsible to the Avionics Supervisor and shall assure that the procedure outlined in the repair station manual as well as all FAA Regulations and manufacturer’s instructions are complied with. In addition to all responsibilities listed below, work involves the responsibility of performing routine maintenance, repairs, troubleshooting, modification of aircraft systems, and installations. In addition, component removal and reinstallation, operational checks, and leak checks are all within the responsibility of the avionics technician. The avionics technician is responsible for using sound judgment and technical aptitude to make decisions regarding maintenance, sequence, and techniques, troubleshooting and discrepancy resolution.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Ensure that all repairs are accomplished by approved methods and techniques and in accordance with the specifications set forth by the manufacturer in the service manuals, the Federal Aviation Regulations, service bulletins, and airworthiness directives and other data approved by the FAA administrator.
• Responsible for following the coordinated activities of their shop or area, so as to minimize delays and increase production and efficiency.
• Ensure that all work accomplished will be completed in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s maintenance and repair instructions and TITLE 14 CFR part 43.
• Exercise all reasonable care to protect all parts-sub assembles; major assembles and completed units against loss or damage.
• Ensure that all applicable repair station forms utilized are properly completed.
• Ensure good housekeeping rules are observed and that all shop-working areas are kept clean and orderly at all times.
• Ensure proper tools and equipment are available and those tools are maintained in serviceable condition and ensure that any tool which is found unserviceable for any reason will be removed from service.
• The technician will be responsible for good housekeeping and will ensure that housing and facilities and safety precautions are adequate.
• Ensure proper handling of parts and the preservation of all units or parts during the work process through the maintenance department.

Required Qualifications

• Two or more years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate (preferred)
• Federal Communication Commission (FCC) License (optional)
• Must have High School Diploma or GED
• Strong understanding in 145 repair station operations/regulations required.
• Two or more years demonstrated experience in aircraft avionics installations and repairs.

Physical Demands

• Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Industrial/Hangar environment.

Qualifications/Special Skills And Certifications

• Results oriented – Proven ability to achieve goals.
• Follow through and meet deadlines; Strong organizational, multi-tasking and time management skills; Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Communication – Oral Communication – speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions.
• Written Communication – Writes material in clear concise terms.
• Leadership – Exhibits confidence in self and to others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Inspires respect and trust; Accepts feedback from other.
• Displays passion and optimism; Mobilizes others to fulfill the vision.
• Computer – Knowledge of MS Office Software, AutoCAD, and Corridor. (preferred)
• Overall knowledge of aircraft that are worked by this location.

Work Styles

• Attention to detail.
• Persistence in the face of obstacles.
• A willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
• Being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
• Being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
• Being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
• Maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior even in very difficult situations.
• Accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.