Avionics Specialist Mobile Service Unit - Birmingham - 1st Shift

Cessna Aircraft Company; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Education assistance

Flight training bonus

Fertility assistance

Financial consultations

Job summary

Textron Aviation in Birmingham, AL, seeks an Avionics Specialist for the Mobile Service Unit to support mission-ready Citation aircraft through installation, testing, troubleshooting and repair at remote locations.

You will collaborate with MST A&P, review scopes, and ensure exceptional service while maintaining the mobile service vehicle and meeting FAA/FCC requirements.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to a high school diploma plus training comparable to 2 years of college or technical school.
• Over 3 years of experience in aircraft avionics systems, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Airframe & Powerplant certification preferred with 1–2 years on Cessna, Hawker or Beechcraft aircraft.
• Broad electronics knowledge and ability to use related test equipment; strong comm/nav/auto-pilot systems knowledge.
• Ability to obtain an Airport Security Badge and work in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Avionics Troubleshooting & Repair: diagnose, test, and repair avionics systems with FAA procedures.
• System Installation & Modifications: perform wiring, upgrades, and aircraft integrations per schematics.
• Regulatory Compliance & Documentation: ensure FCC/FAA license requirements and sign off discrepancies.
• Flight Support & System Verification: accompany pilots to observe performance and verify repairs.
• Parts, Tools & Safety Support: order parts, manage returns, maintain safe work areas.
• Team Collaboration & Continuous Learning: work with technicians and stay updated on avionics.

Skills

Avionics Troubleshooting

System Installation

Regulatory Compliance

Flight Support

Safety & Compliance

Team Collaboration

Education

High school diploma + tech training

Tools

Avionics Test Equipment

Job description

Job Description - Avionics Specialist Mobile Service Unit - Birmingham - 1st Shift (345160)

Job Number:

345160

Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members - now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.

What you will be doing as a Mobile Service Avionics Technician

In this role, you can expect to support our Mobile Service Technician (MST) team as you keep Citation aircraft mission-ready through expert avionics installation, testing, troubleshooting, and repair at remote locations. You'll partner closely with the MST A&P to review customer work scopes, add squawks, and ensure every interaction reflects exceptional service. You'll also help maintain the mobile service vehicle and respond to customer inquiries to deliver a seamless, satisfaction-focused experience.

Your responsibilities may include (but are not limited to):

• Avionics Troubleshooting & Repair: Diagnose, test, and repair avionics systems using in-flight analysis, customer feedback, and system evaluations. Troubleshoot wiring issues, replace defective units, and complete final functional testing in compliance with FAA procedures
• System Installation & Modifications: Install avionics upgrades and modifications, including wiring build-ups, equipment replacements, and aircraft integrations. Follow Textron Aviation schematics, blueprints, and service bulletins to ensure precise installations
• Regulatory Compliance & Documentation: Verify all transmitting and receiving equipment meets FCC regulations and maintain documentation required for FCC and FAA repair station licenses. Complete and sign off customer discrepancy sheets with accuracy
• Flight Support & System Verification: Accompany pilots during flights as needed to observe system performance, diagnose issues, and validate repairs or system alignments
• Parts, Tools & Safety Support: Order required parts, manage core returns, and maintain safe, clean, and organized work areas. Promote safety expectations, correct unsafe acts, and ensure compliance with shop standards
• Team Collaboration & Continuous Learning: Partner with Mechanics and Avionics Technicians to meet customer expectations and support a collaborative team environment. Maintain up to date knowledge of avionics systems and hold the required Textron issued and state driver licenses for operating company vehicles

What you need to be successful:

• Education & Training: Equivalent to a high school diploma plus training comparable to 2 years of college or technical school
• Avionics Experience: Over 3 years of experience in aircraft avionics systems, troubleshooting, and repair is required
• Certifications (Preferred): Airframe and Powerplant Certification, and 1-2 years of experience on Cessna, Hawker, or Beechcraft aircraft
• Technical Expertise: Broad knowledge of electronics and the ability to use all related test equipment, with strong understanding of communication, navigation, auto-pilot, flight director, and pulse-based systems including DME, transponders, and weather radar is needed
• Safety & Compliance: Ability to obtain an Airport Security Badge through the local airport authority (if applicable), with readiness to work in generally good conditions and occasional exposure to weather is required

Benefits

• 401K company match + additional annual contribution equal to 4% of eligible compensation
• Education assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs, compensated at the start of the semester
• Flight training bonus program for earning pilot certifications
• Fertility and adoption assistance, along with discounted childcare and planning
• Free financial consultations and guidance

Your success is our success. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to help you and your family members - now and in the future, beginning day one.

At Textron Aviation, base pay is only one of the parts of our Total Rewards package and is determined within a range. This provides you the opportunities to grow and develop within your role, and depends on your experience, qualifications, and location.

Our workforce is made up of individuals throughout the world with a wide range of backgrounds, interests, and passions. Our unique perspectives lead us to be a world-class workforce, helping us develop legendary products. Because we recognize that our differences make us stronger, and studies have shown that some may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly, we welcome you to apply to this role if it meets your career goals. You could be our next great fit!

This role is eligible for a $4,000 (pre-tax) sign-on bonus. Terms & conditions apply. The Company reserves the right to amend or suspend this program at any time.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.