Aircraft Electrical Technician - AIS KC-130J Program

V2X Inc; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

V2X Inc is looking for an experienced individual to perform aircraft electrical wiring and system modifications. The role involves reading wiring diagrams and troubleshooting avionics systems in compliance with safety regulations.

Candidates must have at least five years of relevant experience and possess a High School Diploma or GED. Benefits include healthcare, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Five years of aircraft electrical experience in inspection and troubleshooting.
• Aptitude for reading aircraft electrical installation drawings.
• Self-motivated and able to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Rewire and troubleshoot avionics/electronic systems.
• Perform inspections and validation testing.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area and adhere to safety rules.

Skills

Aircraft electrical experience

Reading wiring diagrams

Using test equipment

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Meters

Ground Support Equipment

Job description

Overview

Read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, engineering drawings and technical manuals to fabricate and install electrical wiring/harnesses or coaxial cables on aircraft. Installs, tests, and troubleshoots aircraft electrical systems for conformance to specifications. Performs inspections, repairs, removals, reinstallations of existing electrical systems or installs and integrates a complete new system for modifications. Cuts wiring/harnesses to length once properly installed, strips wire ends and installs the correct pins or terminal lugs to meet specifications. Proficient in termination of various connectors, continuity checks, voltage checks, and operational check‑out of aircraft electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Performs the rewiring, modification, and troubleshooting of complex avionics/electronic systems.
• Performs aircraft inventory, acceptance, and inspections.
• Performs validation/verification testing of systems and components.
• Provides technical assistance and guidance as required by the position.
• Performs on and off aircraft electrical modification to electrical wiring and system components which includes but is not limited to: wire / harness / connector / component removal, installation and repairs, routing, terminations, continuity checks, troubleshooting, and AC/DC & disturbed systems operational checks / verifications.
• Maintain assigned aircraft in accordance with Military Technical Orders, Manufacturer and Company Instructions.
• Assist with ordering parts, tools, materials, and equipment as required.
• Maintain cleanliness of your assigned work area.
• Responsible for adhering to all applicable Foreign Object Damage (FOD) prevention rules and regulations.
• Responsible for adhering to Company Tool Control Program.
• Read, interpret, and apply instructions from Blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and other approved data.
• Must comply with established General and Industrial Safety Rules and Regulations as applicable to the contract, facilities, and job assignment.
• Ensure proper operation and use of special test equipment and Ground Support Equipment.
• Maintain appropriate records of all work accomplished.
• May be required to perform simple computer input functions.
• Must be able to perform other duties as assigned.

Material & Equipment Directly Used

• Drive company vehicle.
• Operate ground support equipment required to perform daily job functions.
• Use provided test equipment and Ground Support Equipment to perform assigned tasks.

Working Environment

Must be able to stand, walk, lift, and organize inventory within non-air-conditioned hangar maintenance areas and outdoors flight line.

Physical Activities

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee must be able to work on their feet for 10 hours.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of documented aircraft electrical experience in inspection, modification, troubleshooting and repair.
• Strong aptitude to read and interpret aircraft electrical installation/routing drawings.
• Must have the ability to use meters, test equipment and standard calibration testing equipment.
• Always maintain training currency.
• Must be self‑motivated and have the ability to schedule job tasks to meet completion timeline.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain in‑force a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to pass a stringent background investigation.
• Must be able to utilize computer‑based systems to perform duties.
• Must be able to work independently and safely.
• Must be willing/able to work any shift or schedule.
• Some travel possible, up to 25%.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
• Wellness programs
• Paid time off, including holidays
• Learning and Development resources
• Employee assistance resources

Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.