Avionics Technician Spec GSO

About the role

As the Production Hangar Avionics F-16 Technician you will be responsible for installing electrical harnesses/components, routing various wire/cables, terminating cables/wires, and performing operational checks. You may also be required to troubleshoot and repair electrical and avionics systems based on area assigned. You will sometimes perform other duties such as general mechanic installs, testing, and inspections.

Responsibilities

• Install electrical harnesses and components
• Route various wires and cables
• Terminate cables and wires
• Perform operational checks
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and avionics systems
• Perform general mechanic installations, testing, and inspections

Requirements

Use hands to grasp, handle, and/or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Frequently stand, walk, stoop, kneel, squat, crawl, twist, and work on or in the aircraft. Frequently lift and/or push or pull up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or push or pull up to 50 pounds. Perform repetitive movements and work overhead. Work in a safe and efficient manner while maintaining a clean, FOD‑free work area. Properly use, handle, and dispose of hazardous materials and toxic or caustic chemicals per government regulations and company procedures. Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as needed. Regularly exposed to vibration. Specific vision abilities required: close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Qualifications

At least 3‑8 years demonstrated experience completing operational tests of aviation electronics, wire routing, and test equipment including major troubleshooting. Ability to understand and use complex circuit diagrams, prints, and specifications.

Skills

• F‑16 or other fighter avionics, wire routing, and installation experience
• Experience using electrical, radio, and radar testing equipment and instruments
• Military/commercial aircraft modification installation experience including wire harness installation and checkout procedures
• Ability to interpret installation drawings, install and route electrical cable assemblies, perform multiple termination processes, and perform continuity checks in accordance with standard processes
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical manuals, understanding symbols, flags, and general notes
• Must be able to obtain interim clearance and maintain DOD secret clearance and any required special access

Pay

Pay rate for this position is $27.21 – $49.04 per hour.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10)
• 401(k) match
• Paid time off
• Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Education Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Short‑Term Disability
• Long‑Term Disability
• Annual short‑term and/or long‑term incentive compensation programs (performance‑based, not guaranteed)

For Washington state applicants only: non‑represented full‑time employees accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full‑time employees accrue 6.67 hours of vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.