Avionics Mechanic

Overview

The Avionics Mechanic installs and repairs electrical parts, units and components on aircraft.

Responsibilities

• The Avionics Mechanic installs units, parts, equipment, and components in avionics assembly, according to blueprints and specifications provided
• Fabricates and assembles prototype equipment for a variety of military aircraft and is familiar with military technical manuals, technical orders, modification work orders and blue prints
• Coordinates with project engineer personnel throughout the project and provides technical assistance to project engineers
• Services, repairs and overhauls aircraft to ensure airworthiness
• Repairs, replaces, and rebuilds aircraft components, such as wiring harnesses, power distribution systems, and functional components including communication/navigation systems, and flight control/aircraft monitoring systems using hand tools, power tools, machines, equipment, soldering irons, and connector installation tools
• Reads and interprets maintenance manuals, technical manuals, FAA FAR’s and commercial aircraft manuals.
• Services batteries to keep aircraft in safe operating conditions
• Installs units, parts, equipment, and components in structural assembly, according to blueprints and specifications, using hand tools and power tools
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Technical or Military School Training preferred

Experience:

• Four years direct experience in avionics maintenance, primarily in the military aviation field or appropriate military occupation specialty training.

 Any combination of education/experience may be substituted for job requirements at the recommendation of the hiring manager and approval of the COO or higher.