Avionics Systems Technician

Canadian Armed Forces; Trenton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as an Avionics Systems Technician, where you will play a crucial role in maintaining the electronic systems of military aircraft. This challenging position involves conducting performance tests, preventive and corrective maintenance, and calibration of various avionics systems. You'll work in diverse environments, from maintenance hangars to airborne aircraft, and may have opportunities for full-time roles. Embrace the chance to serve your country while developing your technical skills in a dynamic and rewarding career. Whether in the Regular Force or Primary Reserve, you will be part of a mission-driven organization that values excellence and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Strong background in avionics systems maintenance and testing.
• Ability to operate and maintain complex electronic systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct performance tests and maintenance on aircraft electronic systems.
• Prepare and maintain aircraft forms and statistical data.

Skills

Performance Testing

Preventive Maintenance

Corrective Maintenance

Calibration

Electrical Wiring Interconnection Systems

Computer-Controlled Test Stations

Instructor Skills

Aircraft Communication Systems

Navigation Systems

Flight Control Systems

Education

Technical Diploma in Avionics

Military Training

Tools

Test Equipment

Computer Systems

Job description

Non-Commissioned Member | Full Time, Part Time

As a member of the military, Avionics Systems Technicians are responsible for maintaining all electronic systems onboard Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) aircraft. As part of the aircraft maintenance team, the Avionics Systems Technician is responsible for first line servicing operations in launching and recovering all types of aircraft.

The primary responsibilities of Avionics Systems Technicians are to:

• Carry out performance tests, preventive/ corrective maintenance, and calibration of the following systems and their associated components:
  • Aircraft communication
  • Intercom
  • Search radar
  • Fire control radar
  • Acoustic sensing
  • Infra-red radar
  • Electronic warfare
  • Navigation
  • Compass
  • Flight control systems
  • Automatic flight control systems
  • Electrical wiring interconnection system
• Set up and operate test equipment to maintain the above systems
• Operate and maintain computer-controlled automatic test stations
• Serve as an instructor in field technical training units, training squadrons or basic training units
• Prepare and maintain aircraft forms and statistical data
• Perform first line servicing tasks such as marshalling, parking, towing, starting, refueling, cleaning and de-icing

Work environment

Avionics Systems Technicians are employed primarily at air bases in aircraft maintenance organizations, in maintenance hangers, in airborne aircraft, lab environments and on the flight line. In the course of their career, Avionics Systems Technicians will be required to work shifts and periods of overtime. In geographic terms, employment can vary from CAF bases and wings within Canada, including the Arctic, to overseas locations throughout the world in response to NATO and UN commitments.

If you chose a career in the Regular Force, upon completion of all required training, you will be assigned to your first base. While there is some flexibility with regards to postings (relocations), accommodations can’t always be made, and therefore, you can likely expect to move at some point in your career. However, if you decide to join the Primary Reserve Force, you will do so through a specific Reserve unit. Outside of training, your chosen Reserve unit will be your workplace on a part time basis, and you will not be obligated to relocate to a different base. As part of the Primary Reserve Force, you typically work one night per week and some weekends as a minimum with possibilities of full-time employment.