Avionics Integration Lead - Garmin Systems & Modernization

Sherpa Air; Georgetown, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement savings plan

Generous PTO policy

Job summary

Sherpa Air is seeking an Avionics Integration Manager to lead development and execution of avionics integration and aircraft modernization. You will act as the technical authority for avionics modifications and Garmin system integration, coordinating with OEMs, DERs, and engineering teams to deliver compliant, competitive quotations.

The role requires strong leadership, deep avionics knowledge, and the ability to drive installation planning, project schedules, and FAA approvals across multiple

Qualifications

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant Certificate.
• Minimum seven years of aircraft maintenance experience.
• Minimum five years of avionics installation and integration experience.
• Demonstrated Garmin avionics experience.
• Ability to develop labor estimates and technical proposals.
• Knowledge of aircraft electrical systems and wiring practices.
• Strong communication and project management skills.
• Must be a US citizen
• Must pass a background check and drug screening

Responsibilities

• Serve as Sherpa Air's technical expert for avionics integration and aircraft modernization.
• Develop avionics system architectures and integration concepts.
• Evaluate aircraft configurations and recommend Garmin and other avionics solutions.
• Coordinate with OEMs, STC holders, DERs, and engineering organizations.
• Maintain knowledge of avionics technologies and certification requirements.
• Serve as the technical lead for avionics quote development by providing the engineering and installation expertise required to develop accurate, executable, and competitive customer proposals.
• Define system architecture, equipment configuration, installation scope, labor estimates, material requirements, certification considerations, and project schedules.
• Develop Bills of Material (BOMs) and installation labor estimates.
• Review aircraft compatibility and certification requirements.
• Coordinate with Business Operations and Sales on complete customer proposals.
• Participate in customer meetings to explain technical solutions and upgrade options.
• Develop installation concepts and technical work packages.
• Review wiring diagrams, electrical loads, and interface requirements.
• Coordinate STCs, FAA approvals, and engineering documentation.
• Develop installation standards and work instructions.
• Support troubleshooting of complex avionics integration issues.
• Provide technical oversight for avionics modification projects.
• Support Production and Maintenance personnel during installations.
• Configure, test, and validate Garmin avionics systems.
• Coordinate operational testing and return-to-service documentation.
• Assist the Director of Maintenance in developing Sherpa Air's avionics capabilities.
• Develop standardized upgrade packages.
• Coordinate tooling, software, and OEM training.
• Maintain avionics installation procedures and standards.

Skills

Garmin avionics experience

Project management

Labor estimation

Aircraft electrical systems

Communication skills

Education

FAA Airframe & Powerplant Certificate

Job description

Sherpa Air is seeking an Avionics Integration Manager to lead development and execution of avionics integration and aircraft modernization. You will act as the technical authority for avionics modifications and Garmin system integration, coordinating with OEMs, DERs, and engineering teams to deliver compliant, competitive quotations.

The role requires strong leadership, deep avionics knowledge, and the ability to drive installation planning, project schedules, and FAA approvals across multiple