Avionics Installer

Team GDC ME; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Corporate provided housing

Excellent benefits

Above market salaries

Job summary

Team GDC ME seeks experienced Avionics Installers in Temple, Texas for a project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Responsibilities include installation and repair of avionics and navigation equipment for various aircraft.

Candidates must possess an FCC license, relevant military experience, and be able to pass a background check. The position provides above-market salaries and comprehensive benefits, including housing support.

Qualifications

• 10 years' aviation avionics or maintenance technician experience required.
• 5 years' specific experience in installing avionics components.
• Helicopter experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality installations adhering to Prime Contractor standards.
• Communicate effectively with customers and technical inspectors.
• Conduct maintenance operations in a safe manner.

Skills

Avionics repair experience

FCC license

A&P license

Electrical systems understanding

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent experience

FCC Communications License Certificate

Job description

S3, Inc. is a rapidly growing Technical Services Company founded in 1991 and headquartered in Huntsville, AL, that provides technical, programmatic, and logistic services to U.S. Department of Defense, other U.S. Government agencies, and Partner Nation militaries, co-located with Government requirements. S3 staff is 84% veterans. The company operates under an ISO 9001-2000/AS9100D certified Quality Management System.

S3 International, wholly owned subsidiary of S3, Inc., provides OCONUS FMS technical services, maintenance, and aviation platform training. S3 International (S3I) is seeking several Avionics Installers (Subject Matter Experts) to support a one‑year fleet modification contract in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. U.S. Military operational experience in Avionics repair is required.

This is not a teleworking position. Salaries are above current market value for these skill sets and duty requirements. Excellent benefits and corporate provided housing. Job Description:

Skills and Duties

• A&P license is desired
• FCC License is required.
• Read and interpret maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and airworthiness directives.
• Perform quality work adhering to Prime Contractor standards for appearance, conduct, and interaction with foreign customer.
• Efficiently bench test and operate commercial and military basic Avionics test equipment.
• Employ detailed systems analysis and troubleshooting of analog and digital components and systems.
• Disassemble and reassemble cockpit interior, consoles, and instrument templates as necessary.
• Complete template fabrications and other light sheet metal adjustments.
• Complete complex system installations and cockpit modifications.
• Use industry standards and techniques for crimping terminals and pins.
• Read and understand electrical diagrams for electronic systems and interfacing components.
• Fabricate wiring harness and complete installation.
• Create wiring board setup and layout.
• Perform electrical harness continuity and power connectivity/output checks.
• Wire and install antenna mounts and antennae.
• Install coaxial links and connections.
• Ascertain that all repairs are properly performed on all completed work.
• Support Maintenance Operational Check and verify pre and post flight operations and inspections of installed equipment.
• Verify that the proper inspection records, reports, and forms typically used by a Part 145 Repair Station are properly executed.
• The employee will be responsible for the repair and installation of all categories of avionics and navigation equipment for rotary wing and fixed‑wing aircraft, including radios, navigation equipment, instrumentation, and NVG compatible cockpits.
• Operate AGSE as required.
• Coordinate with Prime's onsite Logistics Specialist for ordering parts and supplies needed to finalize the installation.
• Prepare aircraft maintenance forms and records and ensure all maintenance operations are conducted in a safe manner.
• Make entries to FAA-required records, logbooks, and other means of tracking historical data.
• Maintain an inventory of parts, tools, materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Communicate effectively with customers, Prime's technical inspectors, and maintenance managers.

Experience

• U.S. Military Operational Experience Required in the Avionics Field
• FCC license required
• 10 Years' aviation avionics or maintenance technician experience minimum.
• 5 years' specific experience in installing avionics components
• Helicopter Experience is required
• Light sheet metal experience required
• Experience as a Part 145 Avionics Inspector / Accountable Manager desired.
• Has supervised avionics maintenance teams and subordinate technicians
• Must be able to pass a background check to secure a visa to Saudi Arabia

Education

• Holds an FCC Communications (License) Certificate
• High School Graduate or 4 additional years direct relevant experience ILO HS or GED.

Medical Examination

Candidates must successfully complete all mandatory medical examinations required to obtain employment.

Criminal Record

To qualify for a Saudi Work Visa, candidates must have a clean criminal record with no prior convictions, as specified by the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Drug and Alcohol Testing

Candidates must pass a drug test to be considered for employment. Additionally, our ATSS program enforces a random drug and alcohol testing policy. Employees will be subject to periodic testing to maintain adherence to our workplace standards and safety regulations.

Compliance with Saudi Labor Law

All employment terms and conditions will be in accordance with Saudi Labor Law. Candidates must be prepared to adhere to these regulations throughout their employment.