Avionics Lead

StandardAero, Inc.; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Healthcare

401(k) with 100% company match; up to

Paid Time Off starting on day one

Bonus opportunities

Health- & Dependent Care Flexible SPAs

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Life & AD&D Insurance

Learning & Training Opportunities

Job summary

StandardAero, Inc. is seeking a Lead Avionics Technician to join our expanding team in the aviation sector.

This role oversees installation, troubleshooting, inspection, maintenance, and repair of avionics systems on general aviation and business-class aircraft, combining strong leadership with deep technical expertise. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of Avionics Technician experience in corporate aviation, a track record in leadership, and familiarity with FAA regulations.

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the US.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as an Avionics Technician in corporate aviation.
• Previous Supervisory or Lead experience a plus.
• Knowledge of FAA Regulations and Requirements.

Responsibilities

• Subject matter expert for the Avionics service team.
• Supervise and mentor junior technicians, ensuring quality and safety across all tasks.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and diagnostics using specialized tools and software.
• Interface with engineering and management teams to ensure proper workflow and accurate documentation.
• Maintain and interpret aircraft wiring diagrams, schematics, and blueprints.
• Ensure work order completion, and progressive sign-off IAW RSQCM and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in training and process improvement to stay current with evolving avionics technologies.
• Actively work to simplify for efficiency, quality, and turnaround time.
• Promote safe work habits and address hazards as needed.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and customer service.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Communication

Diagnose avionics

Organization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Build an Aviation Career You're Proud Of

THIS POSITION IS ELIGIBLE FOR A SIGN-ON BONUS UP TO $20,000

At StandardAero, we use our ingenuity and know-how to find solutions for the simple to the most complex challenges in aviation. Together, we get the job done and done well. Our stability, resources, and respectful culture supports you in building a solid career with a great team you can count on day in and day out for the long term. We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Lead Avionics Technician to join our expanding team. This position is responsible for the installation, troubleshooting, inspection, maintenance, and repair of a wide range of avionics systems on general aviation and business-class aircraft. The ideal candidate must possess strong leadership abilities and demonstrate in-depth technical expertise.

Key Responsibilities:

• Subject matter expert for the Avionics service team.
• Supervise and mentor junior technicians, ensuring quality and safety across all tasks.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and diagnostics using specialized tools and software.
• Interface with engineering and management teams to ensure proper workflow and accurate documentation.
• Maintain and interpret aircraft wiring diagrams, schematics, and blueprints.
• Ensure work order completion, and progressive sign-off IAW RSQCM and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in training and process improvement to stay current with evolving avionics technologies.
• Actively works to simplify for efficiency, ease of work performance, quality, and turnaround time. Ensures that safe work practices are employed consistently on each aircraft job or throughout the shop.
• Supports and adheres to safety, environmental, and general housekeeping policies. Is proactive in the area of safety; promotes safe work habits to the crew, monitors the work environment for safety hazards and takes steps to address/remove hazards.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills, professionalism, and a positive customer service attitude with compromising quality.
• Performs other duties as required by the department.

Position Requirements:

• Must be authorized to work in the US.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as an Avionics Technician in corporate aviation.
• Previous Supervisory or Lead experience a plus.
• Must have demonstrated exemplary technical ability in specialty area.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Troubleshooting of avionics flight decks, equipment and CMS systems.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve technical avionics problems.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate multiple activities to achieve quality maintenance within established time frame.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, walk, bend, stretch, and climb ladders.
• Ability to stand for a minimum of 8 hours.
• Ability to work outside of designated work hours, as well as weekends/overtime.
• Excellent hand-to-eye coordination.
• Ability to think clearly, speak intelligibly on the telephone and in person.
• Knowledge of FAA Regulations and Requirements.

Preferred Skills and certifications:

• A&P License or FCC License preferred.
• Familiarity with Dassault Falcon, Hawker, Bombardier and Gulfstream aircraft.

ELIGIBLE FOR A SIGN-ON BONUS UP TO $20,000

Salary $32.81 - 49.22hr

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, StandardAero considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Benefits That Make Life Better

• Comprehensive Healthcare
• 401(k) with 100% company match; up to 5% vested
• Paid Time Off starting on day one
• Bonus opportunities
• Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Learning & Training Opportunities