Avionics & Electrical Technician—Aircraft Systems Expert

General Dynamics Corporation; St. Louis, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Retirement savings plan

Employee assistance program

Adoption assistance / prepaid legal /

Job summary

Gulfstream is seeking an Avionics/Electrical Technician 2 in St. Louis to test aircraft systems, troubleshoot discrepancies, and repair fuel, wiring, and avionics components to meet safety and scheduling goals.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED with four years in avionics/electrical fields or two years of aviation electronics schooling plus two years related experience; A&P, FCC, or NCATT licenses are preferred. Strong communication and ability to read schematics are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Four years' experience in avionics/electrical field or two years schooling in aviation electronics plus two years related experience.
• A&P license preferred.
• FCC license preferred.
• NCATT preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates skills in avionics and aircraft systems testing and troubleshooting.
• Installs and functionally tests electrical/avionics components per specs and maintenance manuals.
• Ensures quality and efficiency of installations; troubleshoots to provide timely repairs.
• Repairs or replaces defective components and wiring following proper techniques.
• Performs engineering changes and modifications as required.
• Sets up and operates test equipment; conducts functional and operational tests.
• Ensures complete documentation of work for inspection.

Skills

Avionics testing

Electrical systems troubleshooting

Blueprints & schematics reading

Wiring repair (splicing/soldering/pin

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

4 years avionics/electrical field experience

2 years aviation electronics schooling + 2 years related experience

A&P license

FCC license

NCATT

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

Gulfstream is seeking an Avionics/Electrical Technician 2 in St. Louis to test aircraft systems, troubleshoot discrepancies, and repair fuel, wiring, and avionics components to meet safety and scheduling goals.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED with four years in avionics/electrical fields or two years of aviation electronics schooling plus two years related experience; A&P, FCC, or NCATT licenses are preferred. Strong communication and ability to read schematics are essential.