Avionics Engineer - Karratha

Textron; City Of Karratha; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron Aviation in Western Australia is seeking an experienced Avionics Engineer to identify and correct malfunctioning jet, turboprop, and reciprocating aircraft systems, performing inspections and modification work on customer aircraft.

The role requires a B2 CASA license, English proficiency for reporting, and type-rating on a Citation 560 with JT15 Series, with demonstrated business aviation experience and strong tool-handling skills.

Qualifications

• Must hold a B2 CASA license.
• Must be able to read and write in English.
• Type rated on a Citation 560 with JT15 Series.
• Experience in Business aviation.
• Ability to read and interpret aviation maintenance manuals.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose malfunctions and disassemble/repair aircraft systems as needed.
• Perform annual and progressive inspections on customer aircraft.
• Modify aircraft systems and structures as required.
• Prepare clear, accurate inspection and parts identification reports.
• Conduct functional checks, engine test runs, and rigging as needed.
• Observe operation of mechanical systems during flight and assist in in-shop repairs.

Skills

Diagnostics

Aircraft systems knowledge

English communication

Customer service

Education

B2 CASA license

Tools

Hand tools

Micrometers

Pressure gauges

Dial gauges

Vacuum gauges

Job description

Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.

Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Avionics Engineer to join our team in Karratha, Western Australia. The main role of the Avionics Engineer is to identify and correct malfunctioning jet, turboprop, and reciprocating multi-engine aircraft mechanical components and systems. Performs annual and progressive inspections as well as modification work on customer aircraft.

Job Duties

• Performs a variety of diagnostic and mechanical duties on one or more jet and/or turboprop, aircraft models involving diagnoses of malfunctions and required disassembly, rework, repair, replacement, reassembly, or adjustment of various aircraft systems to prepare aircraft mechanically for flight and delivery to customer.
• Requires thorough knowledge of aircraft engines, mechanical systems, and components on all assigned aircraft.
• Checks, corrects, or replaces a variety of complex aircraft assemblies, landing gear systems, air conditioner system, pressurization system, and optional equipment installations.
• Repairs or replaces engine components and accessory items such as fuel control units, fuel injection system, air bleed system, oil and fuel pumps, starter/generators, and hydraulic and vacuum pumps.
• Requires knowledge of annual and progressive inspection procedures set forth in aircraft maintenance manuals. Performs modification work on aircraft systems and structures.
• Responsible for clear, concise, and accurate written reports in logs, inspection reports and in parts identification for issue and return documents.
• Conducts functional checks, engine test runs, instrument tests and alignment, and preventive maintenance on same. Rigging, synchronizing of throttles, and setting the stops.
• May be required to observe operation of mechanical systems during flight and troubleshoot problems for in-shop repairs.
• Performs duties in a manner consistent with the latest state of the art and highest standards of safety for maintaining aircraft in the most airworthy and reliable condition for the customers' safety.
• Uses tensiometers, micrometers, pressure gauges, dial gauges, vacuum gauges, and a variety of hand tools to repair and modify systems or assemblies.

Qualifications

Education

• Must hold a B2 CASA license

Experience

• Type rated on a Citation 560 with a JT15 Series
• Ability to operate hand tools, power tools and measuring instruments necessary to perform job assignments
• Must be able to read and write in English.
• Outstanding customer service abilities required
• Experience on Business aviation

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.