Avionics/Electrical Technician 3

Gulfstream

Westfield (MA)

On-site

USD 46,865 - 54,676

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Retirement savings plan

Education and tuition assistance

Comprehensive wellness programs

Job summary

Gulfstream in Westfield, MA is seeking an Avionics/Electrical Technician 3 to provide technical expertise on avionics and electronic systems for aircraft. The role involves troubleshooting, installing, and ensuring quality compliance of avionics systems with various shifts available.

Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, retirement plans, and educational assistance, supporting both the professional and personal growth of employees.

Qualifications

Must have A&P license, FCC license or NCATT certification preferred.
Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and schematic diagrams.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Responsibilities

Perform operational tests and repairs of avionics/electronic systems.
Provide technical expertise in troubleshooting and repairing systems.
Maintain logs and documentation of all work performed on aircraft.

Skills

Avionics systems expertise

Electrical system troubleshooting

Installation techniques

Technical documentation understanding

Education

High School Diploma or GED

5 years in avionics/electrical field

2 years accredited schooling in aviation electronics

Job description

Avionics/Electrical Technician 3 – GAC Westfield

Multiple shifts available. Base compensation ranges from $34.02 to $39.69 per hour.

Education and Experience Requirements

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

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 ensure minimum schedule impact.

Demonstrates technical expertise by defining and implementing process changes to reduce cost and meet schedule without compromising safety or quality.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Demonstrate superior technical skills and expertise in avionics and aircraft systems operational testing and troubleshooting.
Teach installation and functional testing of electrical/avionics components and systems per engineering specifications, drawings and maintenance manuals, ensuring a defect‑free system.
Ensure quality and efficiency of all installations: troubleshoot and teach troubleshooting processes/concepts to provide timely, quality repairs of malfunctioning systems.
Repair or replace defective components and wiring using acceptable practices including splicing, soldering and pinning of wiring.
Oversee performance and compliance with engineering changes and modifications as required.
Set up and operate necessary test equipment.
Conduct functional and operational tests to evaluate performance and reliability.
Maintain daily logs and other paperwork, ensuring all work performed on the aircraft is properly documented.
Pre‑inspect work of others before inspection to reduce rework and inspection time.
Provide knowledge and technical expertise in testing and maintaining test equipment and electronic systems and components.
Enforce FOD program, tool control program, 5‑S program and all safety regulations.
Adapt to sudden schedule changes and coordinate with other disciplines concerning projects.

Additional Functions

Teach installation and functional testing of electrical/avionics components and systems per engineering specifications, drawings and maintenance manuals ensuring a defect‑free system.
Self‑inspection capability for all avionics testing functions in applicable areas.
Support aircraft certification and final phase testing, including flight tests on aircraft as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements

Preferred proficiency in operation and troubleshooting of other aircraft systems or disciplines 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.

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 and tuition assistance.
Comprehensive wellness programs, paid leave, and other benefits.

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