Avionics Elec Tech Lead

Gulfstream Aerospace; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 51,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, dental and eye/

Life and disability insurance

Retirement savings plan

Tuition assistance

Paid leave

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace is seeking an Avionics Electric Technician Lead in St. Louis on the second shift. You will plan and coordinate electrical/avionics activities, lead technicians, and ensure aircraft schedules and repairs align with customer needs.

Strong leadership, reading blueprints, and English proficiency are essential. The role requires extensive avionics experience, FAA A&P or repairman cert, and ability to adapt to changing schedules.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 2 years experience on large/mid-size aircraft; 8 years avionics/electrical field or 2 years schooling + 6 years related experience.
• FAA A&P license or repairman certificate within 30 days; FCC license or NCATT preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical/avionics drawings and blueprints.
• Demonstrated leadership ability and strong communication skills.
• Able to adapt to sudden schedule changes and coordinate with other disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Plans, schedules, and completes tasks on work authorizations to meet master schedule.
• Coordinates Electrical and Avionics activities to meet aircraft schedules and deadlines.
• Supervises and guides electrical technicians in troubleshooting and inspections.
• Reviews daily job charging for personnel to ensure accuracy.
• Maintains a preventive maintenance program for test equipment and tools.
• Keeps up-to-date with Aircraft Service Changes and maintenance publications.
• Maintains safety programs in hangar area and ensures proper housekeeping.
• Maintains logs and records; enforces FOD, tool control, and 5-S programs.
• Coordinates with other disciplines on projects.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Reading blueprints

English proficiency

Shift readiness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

FAA A&P license

Repairman certificate (within 30 days)

FCC license

NCATT certification

Aviation electronics schooling (2 years)

Tools

Avionics test equipment

PC familiarity

Job description

Avionics Elec Tech Leadin GAC St. Louis

Unique Skills:

This is for second shift shift position. Gulfstream experience preferred.

The compensation range for this role is $37.38 - $49.06 per hour.

Final compensation for this role will be determined by several factors including but not limited to: minimum and preferred qualifications, knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, and location.

Gulfstream employees benefit from a total rewards package that includes competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plans, wellness programs, paid leave and tuition assistance. Our U.S. benefits package includes:

Medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Retirement savings plan

Employee assistance plan

Voluntary programs such as adoption assistance, prepaid legal assistance, home and auto insurance, and accident insurance.

Education and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. 2 years experience on large/mid-size aircraft. 8 years experience in aircraft avionics/electrical career field; or two (2) years of accredited schooling in aviation electronics and six (6) years related experience. FAA A&P license or be able to obtain a repairman certificate within 30 days of start date. FCC license or NCATT certification preferred. Position Purpose:Plans and coordinates all electrical/avionics activities and provides customers with daily information on aircraft schedules, repairs, parts, components shipped to vendors, etc. Works with hangar management to coordinate electrical/avionics activities and schedule aircraft requirements.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:Essential Functions:

1. Plans, schedules, and completes tasks on work authorizations in order to meet the master schedule. Provides daily status reports and progress schedules to management. .
2. Coordinates efforts of Electrical and Avionics activities to meet aircraft schedules and deadlines. Reviews work, including forms and records, to ensure compliance with Site Inspection Procedures Manual, Site Operating Procedures and FARs. .
3. Supervises and instructs electrical technicians with technical guidance and proper procedures of troubleshooting electrical/avionics systems, routine inspections and preventive maintenance. Provides input to subordinate performance appraisals and submits them to management for review. .
4. Reviews daily job charging for all personnel (including support groups) to ensure accuracy of inputs. .
5. Maintains a preventive maintenance program on test equipment, hand tools, and special tools.
6. Maintains a current knowledge of Aircraft Service Changes (ASC), Customer Bulletins, inspection schedule requirements, vendor information and all other procedures, publications and general knowledge pertaining to aircraft maintenance and servicing.
7. Supervises a continuous safety program in hangar area which includes operation of support equipment, aircraft systems and general housekeeping.
8. Maintains required. logs and records.
9. Enforces the company FOD, tool control, 5-S programs and all safety regulations. .
10. Able to adapt to sudden schedule changes.
11. Coordinates with other disciplines concerning projects.

Additional Functions:

1. Establishes and fosters an environment of innovation and Lean oriented thinking. .
2. In support of aircraft certification and final phase testing, may include flight tests on aircraft as required. .

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

1. Must have thorough knowledge of aircraft systems, troubleshooting, technical manuals systems, and aircraft maintenance records system.
2. Preferred proficiency in the operation and troubleshooting of other aircraft systems or disciplines other than avionics, such as hydraulics, landing gear, flight controls, environmental controls or structural installations and repairs.
3. Ability to read and interpret electrical/avionics system drawings and blueprints.
4. Must have demonstrated leadership ability.
5. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
6. Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, implement and obtain objective with minimal direction.
7. A good understanding of PC, Windows and main frame computer applications including the use of standard computer word processing programs (i.e. Microsoft Word) and appropriate typing skills a plus.
8. Must be able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small-space restricted area, and lift up to 100 pounds.
9. Ability to use hand tools and avionics test equipment.
10. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 235755

Category: Service Center

Percentage of Travel: None

Shift: Second

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 09/24/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

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