Avionics Technician - MKE

If you are seeking the next step in your aircraft maintenance career, SkyWest offers an opportunity to join a dynamic and fast-paced environment as an Avionics Technician. In this role, you will apply your skills across our growing fleet of aircraft while gaining valuable hands-on experience in a variety of maintenance activities. Candidates with military A&P experience may also be eligible for a $7,500 bonus with a commitment to remain employed with SkyWest for a minimum of three years. This position provides the opportunity to expand your technical expertise, work alongside a highly skilled team of mechanics, and make a meaningful contribution to the overall success of SkyWest’s operation.

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

THIS IS A NIGHT SHIFT POSITION

• Hold a valid, unrestricted, driver's license
• Hold a valid FAA-issued A&P certificate
• Meet all FAA and safety requirements
• Familiar with, read, and understand company, manufacturer, and wire-diagram manuals, including schematics
• Possess basic avionics skills
• Work history demonstrates being a self-starter, working well in a team environment, and effectively using aircraft manuals to troubleshoot and repair aircraft avionics and electrical systems
• Have a minimum set of tools (see minimum tool list)
• Problem-solving and organizational skills are required
• Work varying shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Exercise good judgment in working with people in a team environment as well as in aircraft maintenance and safety

Qualifications

Additional experience and training in any of the following is preferred:

• 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

Physical and Other Requirements

• Comfortably lift 60 lbs. routinely, with or without reasonable accommodation
• This is a Department of Transportation safety-sensitive position
• Selected candidate will be required to travel outside the station for training, in addition to the completion of their new hire onboarding