Avionics/Electrical Technician 3

Gulfstream Aerospace; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 46,838 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, dental, and viz

Life and disability insurance

Retirement savings plan

Employee assistance plan

Voluntary programs such as adoption, a

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace in Westfield, MA seeks an Avionics/Electrical Technician 3 to perform testing, troubleshooting, and repairs of avionics and aircraft systems. You will work on defect-free installations, use test equipment, and ensure compliance with engineering changes and safety protocols.

Requires five years in avionics/electrical work; HS diploma or GED; A&P, FCC, or NCATT preferred. This full-time role involves various shifts and up to 25% travel, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Five years’ experience in an avionics/electrical career field.
• A&P license, FCC license or NCATT certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate superior technical skills in avionics and aircraft systems testing and troubleshooting.
• Teach installation and functional testing of electrical/avionics components per specs and manuals.
• Ensure quality and efficiency of installations and provide timely, quality repairs.
• Repair or replace defective components and wiring following best practices.
• Set up and operate test equipment for functional and operational tests.
• Maintain daily logs and coordinate with other disciplines on projects.

Skills

Avionics/electrical expertise

Troubleshooting skills

Technical testing proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two years of accredited schooling in aviation electronics

Tools

A&P license

FCC license

NCATT certification

Job description

Avionics/Electrical Technician 3 – GAC Westfield

Position Purpose: Provides technical expertise while performing various operational, functional tests and repairs of avionics/electronic aircraft equipment and systems to ensure a defect‑free aircraft. Provides superior technical expertise in testing, troubleshooting and repairing system discrepancies to minimize schedule impact.

Compensation

Base rate: $34.02 – $39.69 per hour. Final compensation determined by qualifications, knowledge, experience, location, and schedule.

Benefits

• 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 & Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. Five years’ experience in an avionics/electrical career field. Two years of accredited schooling in aviation electronics may offset two years of experience. A&P license, FCC license or NCATT certification preferred.

Job Description

• Demonstrate superior technical skills in avionics and aircraft systems operational testing and troubleshooting.
• Teach the installation and functional testing of electrical/avionics components and systems per engineering specifications, drawings, and maintenance manuals, ensuring defect‑free systems.
• Ensure quality and efficiency of all installations; troubleshoot and teach troubleshooting processes to provide timely, quality repairs of malfunctioning systems.
• Repair or replace defective components and wiring, ensuring conformity; use acceptable practices such as splicing, soldering, and pinning wiring.
• Oversee performance and compliance with engineering changes and modifications.
• Set up and operate test equipment; conduct functional and operational tests to evaluate performance and reliability.
• Maintain daily logs and documentation for all work performed.
• Pre‑inspect work of others before submission to inspection to reduce rework.
• Provide knowledge and technical expertise in testing and maintaining test equipment and electronic systems.
• Enforce company’s FOD, tool control, 5‑S, and safety regulations.
• Adapt to sudden schedule changes.
• Coordinate with other disciplines concerning projects.

Additional Functions

• Teach installation and functional testing of components and systems as required.
• Self‑inspection capability for all avionics testing functions in applicable areas.
• Support aircraft certification and final phase testing, including flight tests, as required.

Other Requirements

• Preferred proficiency in troubleshooting other aircraft systems, such as hydraulics, landing gear, flight controls, environmental controls, or structural installations and repairs.
• APU run qualification and engine run qualification preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and schematic diagrams.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

• Requisition Number: 234721
• Category: Service Center
• Percent Travel: Up to 25%
• Shift: Multiple Shifts
• Employment Type: Full‑time
• Posting End Date: 10/09/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer

Gulfstream is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

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