Avionics/Electrical Technician 2 (Second Shift)

Gulfstream Aerospace; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, dental and visi

Life and disability insurance

Retirement savings plan

Employee assistance plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace in St. Louis is seeking an Avionics/Electrical Technician 2 for the second shift to support testing, installation, and repair of aircraft systems.

The role requires accuracy, teamwork, and strong problem-solving in a high‑demand environment. Eligibility includes a High School Diploma or GED, 4 years of avionics/electrical experience or 2 years of aviation electronics schooling plus 2 years related experience; A&P license preferred, FCC/NCATT preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Four years avionics/electrical experience or two years aviation electronics schooling with two years related experience.
• A&P license preferred, FCC preferred, NCATT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Test aircraft systems and troubleshoot to diagnose issues.
• Install and functionally test electrical/avionics components per specs.
• Repair or replace defective components and wiring per best practices.
• Document work for inspection and comply with safety regulations.

Skills

Good communication

Team player

Read blueprints

Education

High School Diploma or GED

A&P license preferred

FCC license preferred

NCATT preferred

Tools

Test equipment

Soldering

Wiring/ harnessing

Job description

Avionics/Electrical Technician 2 (Second Shift)in GAC St. Louis

Unique Skills:

At Gulfstream, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in inspiring and empowering every individual to reach their fullest potential. From workforce development and meaningful connections to a culture of trust, respect, and integrity, we invest in our employees so they can do their best work and achieve success together. Creating and delivering the world's finest aviation experience starts with our people and when our people thrive, so does our mission.

Good communication skills and team player.

The compensation range for this role is $30.47 - $35.55 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. Four (4) years experience in an avionics/electrical career field. or two (2) years of accredited schooling in aviation electronics and two (2) years related experience. A&P (FAA Airframe and Powerplant) license preferred. Other FCC preferred. Other NCATT preferred.

Position Purpose:Provides technical expertise in testing aircraft systems, troubleshooting and repairing system discrepancies to ensure minimum schedule impact. Demonstrates technical expertise by implementing process changes to reduce cost and meet schedule without compromising safety or quality. May fill in for the Senior Avionics/Electrical Technician thus ensuring that the company goals of safety and quality are enforced at all times while adhering to daily work plans to maintain schedule requirements.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Functions:

1. Demonstrates technical skills and expertise in avionics and aircraft systems operational testing and troubleshooting.
2. Performs the installation and functionally testing of electrical/avionics components and systems on aircraft per Engineering specifications, drawings and maintenance manuals ensuring a defect free system.
3. Ensures quality and efficiency of all installations: troubleshoots processes/concepts to provide timely, quality repairs of malfunctioning systems.
4. Demonstrates the skills and knowledge required. to effectively and efficiently repair or replace defective components and wiring to ensure installations meet conformity. Demonstrates effective repair techniques using acceptable practices including splicing, soldering and pinning of wiring.
5. Performs and complies with engineering changes and modifications as required.
6. Sets up and operates necessary test equipment. Conducts functional and operational tests to evaluate performance and reliability.
7. Ensures that all work performed on the aircraft is properly and completely documented and ready for inspection.
8. Tests and maintains test equipment, electronic systems, and components.
9. Complies with the company FOD program, tool control program, 5-S program and all safety regulations.
10. Adapt to sudden schedule changes.

Additional Functions:

1. 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. 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.
2. Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and schematic diagrams.
3. Demonstrates excellent communication skills. Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and written.
4. Must be able to climb stairs and ladders, work in confined areas and lift up to 50 pounds.
5. 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: 235350

Category: Service Center

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: Second

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 08/28/2026

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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