Avionics Mechanic III

Tactical Air Support; Utah; On-site; USD 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Tactical Air Support Inc. seeks an experienced Avionics Mechanic III to support a fleet of fighter aircraft at Hill AFB, Utah.

You will perform organizational, intermediate, and limited depot-level maintenance on electrical and avionics systems, perform inspections, tests, repairs, and modifications, and provide guidance to junior technicians. The ideal candidate has 5–6 years of avionics/aircraft maintenance, U.S.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent with 5–6 years in avionics/aircraft maintenance.
• US citizenship and ability to obtain DoD clearance.
• Experience with Radar/Integrated Weapons systems.
• Experience with high-performance military aircraft (F-5/T-38).
• Experience modifying F-5 aircraft with Garmin and Mission Systems.
• Experience with aircraft wiring modifications.
• Regular travel to various U.S. sites may be required.
• Valid state driver license.
• A&P certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform organizational, intermediate, and limited depot-level maintenance on electrical/avionic systems.
• Inspect, test, repair, modify, and troubleshoot assigned aircraft systems.
• Provide technical guidance and training to teammates as needed.

Skills

A&P certification

Radar/Integrated Weapons systems

F-5/T-38 aircraft experience

Garmin/Mission Systems experience

Aircraft wiring modifications

US DoD security clearance eligibility

Travel to sites within US

Valid state driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Garmin Systems

Mission Systems

Job description

Tactical Air Support Inc.
Avionics Mechanic III
Hill AFB, UT
Salary $40.00 - $46.00/hour DOE

Position Summary

Tactical Air is seeking an experienced Avionics Mechanic to join our team. This position will support TacticalAir's fleet of fighter aircraft with over 75 years of combined experience in tactical aviation maintenance and more than 30 years of military adversary contract maintenance. The maintenance staff are a dedicated teamcomprised of experienced, A&P-certified, tactical aircraft mechanics, technicians, and logisticians who all work towards ensuring safe and seamless ground maintenance operations.

Responsibilities

The ideal candidate for the Avionics Mechanic position will report to the Site Manager responsible for the safeand effective operation of company-owned aircraft and will perform organizational, intermediate, and limited depot-level maintenance to include inspection, operational test, repair, modification, and troubleshooting on allassigned aircraft electrical/avionic systems, components, and equipment. This position will apply advanced technical knowledge to solve complex problems and to provide technical assistance, guidance, and instructionto other teammates as needed.

Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent with 5-6 years of experience in avionics / aircraft maintenance.
• Previous work-related experience preferably in the military or with a government aviation maintenancecontractor.
• Experience with Radar/Integrated Weapons systems.
• Experience with high performance military aircraft (F-5/T-38).
• Experience with modifying F-5 aircraft with Garmin and Mission Systems.
• Experience with aircraft wiring modifications.
• Regular travel to various work sites throughout the U.S. may be required.
• Valid state driver license.
• U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain/maintain a DoD security clearance.

Desired Experience/Skills

• A&P certification preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to correctly prioritize workload to maintainschedules, deadlines, and standards on assigned projects.
• Ability to manage multiple roles and projects.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and be adaptable.
• Ability to cross-train into other specialties.

Physical Demands

• Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds (with assistance, if required).
• Regular use of hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls; reaching withhands and arms.
• Regularly ascend/descend stairs and/or ladders.
• Occasional aircraft hangar or warehouse environment with exposure to loud noises, fumes from engines and chemicals, unpredictable climate (hot/cold), and electrical shock, or trip or slip hazards.
• May be exposed to or required to handle hazardous materials.

Specific work hours determined by operational, departmental, or contractual requirements.

• Occasional evening, weekend, holiday, and overtime work may be required.
• Occasional travel to various work sites throughout the U.S. required.

Work Authorization

• Must be lawfully eligible to work in the United States and complete a U.S. government I-9 Form.
• Tactical Air Support is a Drug & Alcohol-Free Workplace. Pre-employment, random, or for causedrug/alcohol testing (including for marijuana) required.

Tactical Air Support is an EEO/AA/Disabled/Veterans Employer

I understand that if an offer of employment is made, I may be required to undergo investigation into all statements and references contained in this application. Said investigation may include credit, driving, criminal background, professional references, and other background checks. By applying for this position, I authorize post-offer investigation into my background as necessary and as a condition of employment. Note: a criminal conviction does not constitute an automatic bar to employment and will be considered only as it substantially relates to the position in question.

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