Avionics Technician

West Star Aviation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401K match

Paid time off

Weekly pay

Job summary

West Star Aviation is seeking an Avionics Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot and repair avionics units and aircraft systems. The role involves panel removal/installation, system evaluation, and close collaboration with customers on projects.

Candidates should have a high school diploma with electronics/avionics training preferred and 1+ years of avionics experience. Strong English communication and basic computer skills are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; electronics or avionics training preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and/or passport ideal but not mandatory.
• 1+ years of avionics repair or installations experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform general avionics support items on aircraft, including removal and installation of panels and components.
• Troubleshoot and evaluate avionics and aircraft systems.
• Inspect and evaluate aircraft and components.
• Verify aircraft movement and system performance.
• Assist with project management, pricing and customer support.
• Work independently on projects and communicate in English.
• Navigate electronic training, manuals and maintenance databases.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Avionics repair

English communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Electronics training

Avionics factory training preferred

Tools

Pneumatic equipment

Hydraulic equipment

Electrical test equipment

Jacks and stands

Personal hand tools

Job description

West Star is the fastest growing maintenance repair organization in the industry and we recognize this is the result of our talented team of trusted employees working together to deliver customer service excellence. We are committed to providing our employees with personal and professional growth opportunities while fostering a culture of respect and well-being with a small company feel.

When you join our team we don’t think you should have to wait for your benefits to kick in. That’s why when you start, they start with you! This includes medical, dental, 401K match, time off accruals, weekly pay days and much more. We don’t want you to live to work, we want you to workandlive.

What you can expect as an Avionics Maintenance Technician at West Star:

Our Avionics Maintenance Technicians are responsible for troubleshooting and repairing problems to the component level on avionics units (i.e. Navs, Coms, Pulse, Radar, Audio and Autopilot Systems), as well as the aircraft systems.

You will be ESSENTIAL to many FUNCTIONS including:

• Perform general avionics support items on aircraft. This shall include, but not be limited to items such as removal and installation of panels and components and repair work.
• Troubleshooting and evaluation of systems on the aircraft when designated.
• Inspection and evaluation of the aircraft and components when designated.
• Aircraft movement and performance verification of systems.
• Maintenance and repair of shop facility, equipment and tooling to support operations.
• Work with customer in project management, pricing and customer support roles.
• Work independently on projects.
• Any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.
• Effectively and clearly communicate (i.e., speak, write, read) in English
• Basic computer skills to be able to navigate electronic training, manuals, and maintenance data bases

What you’ll need to bring with you:

Your Education: A High school diploma or equivalent.
Electronics or Avionics factory training is preferred.
A valid driver’s license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal, but not mandatory.

Your Experience:
1+ years of experience on Avionics repair or installations is preferred.

Your Initiative:
We’re looking for team players who are self-motivated and able to perform in a fast paced environment where working under specific deadlines and time constraints will be common. Dealing with customers and the capacity to perform work with minimal supervision will also be required.

Your Sense of Responsibility:
Attend work every day as scheduled to include overtime and weekend assignments.
Notify supervisor in advance of shift starting if unable to work.
Must have reliable transportation to get to work each and every day.
Perform all work in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration guidelines.
Follow all company and safety rules during performance of duties.
Maintain customer oriented work habits.

Other particulars:

Physical Requirements
Lifts 50 lbs.
Routine walking, bending and squatting or sitting.
Routine or repetitive physical motion with arms and hands.
Standing for long periods of time.
Climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas
Basic computer skills

Mental Requirements
Understanding and implementation of regulations and guidelines.
Troubleshoot, evaluate and perform functional tests for various avionics and instrument systems.
Work with others in a professional manner.

Supervision
Work under supervision of assigned Avionics Team Leader

Working Conditions
Work is performed in a hangar environment subject to extreme temperature variations from very cold to very hot.
Work outside during aircraft runs will occur.
Varied positions in and around the aircraft.

Equipment Used
Personal hand tools supplied by the mechanic.
Pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical equipment.
Jacks, stands, lifts and other support devices.
Tugs, power carts and other engine powered equipment.
Crimpers, soldering iron and heat guns.
Personal computer and work order prints