Avionics

Company: AAA USA
Location: Biloxi
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

Position Summary:

To conduct, maintain, test and repair electrical/electronic systems and components in accordance with the repair stations, FAA's and manufacturer's airworthiness and maintenance standards. This position is "safety sensitive"; therefore all FAA required compliance will be followed.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform all maintenance in accordance with FAA approved data and to the standards of good workmanship as required by Airbus DS Military Aircraft, Inc.
• Keep safety of flight in the forefront at all times in the production of an airworthy product.
• Perform routine or special maintenance inspections to prevent failure of aircraft electrical and avionics systems and components; perform complete operational and functional checks on navigation, communication and flight control systems including instrumentation and pitot static installations, etc.
• Fabricate wiring harnesses, installs/modifies avionic and electrical systems.
• Determine when a component should be repaired or replaced; decide necessary repair schemes and quantity and type of parts needed to accomplish proper repair.
• Follow approved maintenance procedures, consulting internal procedures and technical data FAA approved.
• Perform serviceability tests on repaired components/systems using test equipment specified by the original equipment manufacturer.
• Complete work package documentation with sign off after finishing all designated operations.
• Perform installation of avionic equipment.
• Interpret avionic/electrical wiring diagrams, wire identification, harness fabrication, wiring and cable integrity, coax cables and fittings and connector assemblies.
• Adjust, repair, or replace malfunctioning components or assemblies, using hand tools and soldering equipment.
• Install electrical and electronic components, assemblies, and systems in aircraft, using hand tools, power tools, and soldering equipment.
• Interpret flight test data to diagnose malfunctions and systemic performance problems.
• Set up and operate ground support and test equipment to perform functional test of electrical and electronic systems.
• Troubleshoot, repair, rework, and modify worn or defective assemblies, components or systems.
• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands and fingers to handle or feel, talk or hear and have good visual abilities.
• Will often be required to sit, climb or balance and work in close quarters.
• High degree of precision working with minimum tolerances required.
• Must be safety conscious at all times.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently while ensuring quality work.
• Suggest improvements to processes and procedures.
• Satisfy work schedule requirements.
• Plan and perform work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical theories and principles, specifications, local and national electrical codes, properties of various materials, and principles of operation and application of electronic equipment.
• Advise operators and line mechanics of operation procedures and requirements for working safely with electrical/electronic and mechanical equipment and components.
• Inform appropriate management and line mechanics of potential electrical/ mechanical problems and inherent dangers involved.
• Perform preventive maintenance functions as directed.
• Assist maintenance personnel with technical troubleshooting.
• Assist and train other maintenance and/or other technical level employees.
• Maintain all hangar and shop tools and equipment in a serviceable condition.
• Ensure assigned work area is kept clean and free of hazards to both personnel and the aircraft.
• Follow all necessary safety precautions; hearing and eye protection, use of chemicals, engine and propeller hazards, fall protection, etc.
• As a "safety sensitive" position, this position requires that the employee be able to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner as an essential job function.
• Comply with OSHA Safety Regulations.
• Note: Noise level may be loud at times.
• Participate in on-the-job training as required.
• Observe safety procedures and personnel policies.
• Regular attendance required as outlined in company policy.
  
  Education:
  
  • Certified by FAA with a current Airframe and Power Plant license is preferred.
  • FCC 2nd Class License preferred
  • Must understand, read and write proficiently in the English language to read and understand appropriate manuals, schematics, and technical information necessary to adequately perform duties.
    
    Experience:
    
    • Prior avionics experience (required)
    • 3-5 years of proven experience in the electrical/electronics, and the ability to demonstrate proficiency in these areas.
    • Proficiency with interpretation of avionic/electrical wiring diagrams, wire identification, harness fabrication, cables, fittings, circuits and connectors. Familiar with turbo prop aircraft is a plus.
    • Thorough knowledge of electrical/ electronic components and equipment including the use of special instruments for diagnostic purposes.
    • Inspecting and installing digital avionics equipment.
    • Prior experience in aircraft maintenance (required)
    • Working with all levels of personnel whether individually or in a team environment.
      
      Licensure/Certifications:
      
      • Certifications not required: but a plus
      • Certified by FAA with a current Airframe and Power Plant Mechanic license (preferred)
      • FCC license is not required; but is a plus.
        
        Communication Skills (Spoken, Written, Influencing, Proficiency in Other Languages):
        
        • English language is required; bilingual in Spanish is not required, but is a plus.
          
          Travel Required:
          
          • 10% Potential Domestic and International travel
            
            Eligibility:
            
            • US Person under ITAR definition (U.S. Citizen, green card holder or person covered under our existing ITAR license)
              
              Physical Requirements:
              
              • Able to lift or help lift up to 50 lbs.
              • Sitting, Standing, Squatting/Kneeling, Walking, Speaking, Hearing, Vision, Manual Dexterity, ability to work in somewhat confined spaces.
              • While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands and fingers to handle or feel, talk or hear and have good visual abilities.
              • Will often be required to sit, climb or balance and work in close quarters.
                
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