Avionics Installation Technician

Myjob; Altdorf (UR); On-site; CHF 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays

Vacation time and sick/personal days

Health insurance premiums

401(k) retirement plan matching

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Pilatus in Switzerland is seeking an avionics installation technician to complete installation of aircraft options and modifications. You will mark wires, assemble, and terminate using crimp and solder techniques, and test harnesses to engineering drawings for installation in aircraft.

The role includes pitot/static system modification and testing with FAR 91.411 and 91.413 certification, plus recording progress in job cards and test procedures. ITAR restrictions apply; a valid U.S.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED; 2–4 years avionics installation experience in PC-12/PC-24 or similar aircraft.
• FAA A&P license a plus or FAR 65.101 eligibility for repairman certification preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and quality; ability to use hand tools and specialized test equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical data.
• Must meet ITAR criteria as a U.S. person.

Responsibilities

• Completes installation of aircraft options and modifications.
• Marks wires, assembles, and terminates using crimp and solder techniques and tests wire harnesses to drawings.
• Performs pitot/static system modification and testing and FAR 91.411/91.413 certification.
• Records work progress in job cards, acceptance test procedures, and production documents.
• Inspects incoming aircraft and parts per repair station manual.

Skills

Avionics installation

Reading engineering drawings

Hand tools & test equipment

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

FAA A&P license a plus

FAR 65.101 eligibility

Tools

Specialized test equipment

Crimping tools

Soldering equipment

Job description

What you do

• Completes installation of aircraft options and modifications
• Marks wires, assembles, and terminates using crimp and solder techniques and test wire harness to engineering drawings for installation in aircraft
• Performs pitot/static system modification and testing including FAR 91.411 and 91.413 certification
• Records work progress in job cards, acceptance test procedures, and other production documents
• Inspects incoming aircraft and parts as per repair station manual
• Adheres to company procedures, FAA, and FOCA regulations and guidelines

What you bring

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required; 2 – 4 years of avionics installation experience in PC-12 and PC-24 or similar aircraft required
• Avionics accreditation or technical training and FAA A&P license a plus or meet requirements of FAR 65.101 to obtain a FAA repairman certificate preferred
• Strong attention to detail and quality; ability to use hand tools and specialized test equipment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical data
• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 40 lbs.; must be able to climb ladders and stairs and work in restricted spaces
• Must meet the criteria of a U.S. person as defined under ITAR 22 CFR 120.62

What we offer

• 11 paid holidays a year, plus 15 days of paid vacation time, and 6 days of paid sick/personal time to start with an increase to 20 days of paid vacation time after 5 years with Pilatus
• 90% of medical, dental, and vision premiums paid for single coverage and 80% for family coverage, averaging $9, 600 annually
• Monthly health savings account (HSA) contributions totaling $2, 250 for single coverage and $3, 000 for family coverage annually
• 401(k) retirement plan matching up to 6%
• Life and long-term disability insurance premiums paid in full
• Tuition assistance available annually after the first year
• Become part of the Pilatus family

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