Aircraft Avionics Technician Victoria

GAL AeroStaff; Victoria; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian aerospace company is seeking an Aircraft Avionics Technician to install, troubleshoot, and maintain aircraft electronic systems in Victoria, BC. Candidates should have a diploma in Aircraft Maintenance and at least 6 years of experience in aircraft maintenance. The role involves working in hangar and production environments with a commitment to safety and quality standards. Benefits include casual dress, commuter support, and health insurance for international candidates.

Benefits

Casual dress

Commuter benefits

Dental care

Paid time off

Lodging for international candidates

Rental car for international candidates

Flight ticket for international candidates

Health insurance for international candidates

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in aircraft maintenance (production or MRO environment).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical manuals.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with strict attention to safety.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, repair, modify and test aircraft electronic and electrical systems.
• Perform functional and operational tests on avionics and electrical systems after installation.
• Document all work performed in accordance with Transport Canada and company policies.

Skills

Aircraft Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Avionics

Soldering

Federal Aviation Regulations

Education

Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance or equivalent

Job description

GAL AeroStaff Ltd. is a Canadian aerospace company specializing in delivering high-quality technical and operational services to the aviation industry. Our expertise includes aircraft interior structural manufacturing and maintenance solutions for OEMs MROs and operators across North America.

We offer carefully designed programs and benefits including time-off insurance and other plans to support our teams and meet evolving operational and regulatory requirements.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the team lead the Aircraft Avionics Technician is responsible for installing troubleshooting repairing modifying testing and inspecting aircraft electronic systems and components. This includes communication navigation and autoflight equipment ensuring all work meets Transport Canada and company standards.

Technicians in this role support manufacturing maintenance and overhaul activities in hangar and production environments.

Responsibilities

• Install troubleshoot repair modify and test aircraft electronic and electrical systems including communication navigation flight control and autoflight systems.
• Install and adjust aircraft instruments wiring connectors and avionics components according to drawings schematics and engineering documentation.
• Perform functional and operational tests on avionics and electrical systems after installation or repair.
• Calibrate and verify the accuracy of instruments and components to ensure proper operation.
• Support aircraft modification and upgrade projects by installing new systems or integrating equipment.
• Document all work performed and maintain records in accordance with Transport Canada and company policies.
• Collaborate with other technicians quality inspectors and engineers to ensure safe and compliant installations.
• Follow safety quality and environmental procedures at all times.

Skills and Qualifications

• Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance or equivalent.
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in aircraft maintenance (production or MRO environment).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical manuals.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with strict attention to safety.
• Ability to work effectively in a regulated high-precision production environment.

Working Conditions

• Work performed in hangar and production line environments.
• Mandatory use of personal protective equipment.
• Possible shift work (day evening weekend).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Twin Otter aircraft and system is considered an asset

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights
• Ability to lift heavy objects up to 50 lbs
• Ability to acquire a Transport Canada issued Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC)
• Flexibility to change shifts is required.

Location : Victoria BC

Term : Permanent Full-time

Schedule : 40 hours per week

Language : English

Benefits

• Casual dress
• Commuter benefits
• Dental care
• Paid time off

Other benefits only for international candidates

• Lodging
• Rental car
• Flight ticket
• Health insurance

Required Experience : IC

Key Skills

• Aircraft Maintenance
• Hand Tools
• Military Experience
• Surface Mount Technology
• Federal Aviation Regulations
• Airframe
• Maintenance Management
• Schematics
• Soldering
• Troubleshooting
• Avionics
• Aviation Experience

Employment Type : Hourly

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1