Avionics Technician

Safran; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran in Grand Prairie, TX seeks an Electro-Mechanical Avionics Technician to perform production and maintenance tasks on aviation equipment, in full compliance with FAA regulations and CMM requirements.

You will test, repair, disassemble, reassemble, and document activities, maintaining strict adherence to quality, safety, and ERP-tracked workflow. FAA Repairman certification is preferred; high attention to detail and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with at least 3 years related experience.
• Experience with FAA regulations and quality requirements.
• Knowledge of CMM, measurements and gauges.
• Familiarity with 5S, Lean and Kaizen methods is a plus.
• Ability to work under safety rules and PPE protocols.

Responsibilities

• Conduct standard testing procedures on equipment and validate results.
• Repair aviation units per FAA regulations and CMM requirements.
• Disassemble, clean, and visually inspect parts for wear.
• Reassemble parts to meet specified tolerances.
• Track and document activities; maintain parts control.
• Support shop compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
• Contribute to process improvements to reduce cycle time.
• Apply maintenance manuals to assess component acceptability.
• Update work orders in the ERP system.
• Follow procedures; notify supervisors and suggest expenditures.
• Maintain FAA Repairman Certification and regulatory compliance.
• Independently troubleshoot SRUs and diagnose faults.
• Develop repair solutions when standard parts are unavailable.
• Maintain knowledge of unit operation and history to anticipate needs.
• Calibrate torque wrenches; convert torque specs between standards.
• Use calipers, micrometers, depth gauges and CMM for shim adjustments.
• Perform soldering on electronic components and test parts.
• Adhere to safety and quality standards.

Skills

MS Office

5S/Lean/Kaizen

Tools & measurement

FAA regulations knowledge

Safety PPE compliance

CMM compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

3+ years related experience

Tools

Soldering equipment

Calipers & micrometers

CMM tooling

ERP systems

Job description

The Electro-Mechanical Avionics Technician is responsible for carrying out production or maintenance tasks on a range of equipment, ensuring all work complies with approved technical data and quality manual standards.

Essential Job Functions

• Conduct standard testing procedures on various equipment and validate the results.
• Perform repairs on aviation units in compliance with FAA regulations and in accordance with the Component Maintenance Manual (CMM) requirements.
• Disassemble, clean, and visually inspect parts to identify issues or wear.
• Reassemble parts, ensuring all measurements meet specified tolerances and requirements.
• Accurately track and document all activities, maintaining proper control of parts.
• Help maintain shop compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
• Contribute to process improvements aimed at reducing cycle time.
• Ensure strict adherence to quality standards, with a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction.
• Apply maintenance manuals to evaluate and determine the acceptability of components.
• Regularly update work order information in the ERP system.
• Follow established procedures, making adjustments as necessary and promptly notifying supervisors; recommend expenditures as needed.
• Safeguard confidential and sensitive information to protect SEDA's reputation and competitive position.
• Comply with all safety, health, and environmental regulations, actively supporting Safran HSE policies and remaining vigilant for potential hazards when adopting new skills or equipment.
• Other duties may be assigned.

In addition to the above, is also responsible for the following:

• Fully understand how all mechanical parts and systems interact within the unit.
• Independently troubleshoot SRUs, diagnosing issues such as faulty motors or brakes without supervision.
• Repair all SRUs to meet operational standards.
• Develop innovative repair solutions when standard parts are unavailable, including cannibalization (CANN) and alternative fixes.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of unit operation and review unit history to identify trends and anticipate maintenance needs.
• Convert and apply torque specifications between Metric and ASME standards; adjust and calibrate all torque wrenches accurately.
• Perform precise measurements using calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, and Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) for shim adjustments.
• Conduct soldering on electronic components with proficiency.
• Test electronic components (diodes, capacitors, relays) and interpret schematics.
• Adhere strictly to safety procedures and quality standards.
• Maintain FAA Repairman Certification and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to remain in a stationary position and occasionally move about the office and shop floor. Constantly operates and use a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a copier/printer and laboratory machinery. The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information. The ability to observe, identify and assess details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds across office for various needs.

The work environment is an office and on the shop floor. Noise level in the office is quiet and on the shop floor can occasionally require hearing protection.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and three (3) years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Typical experience: 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic level of Microsoft Suite: Outlook, Word, Excel
• Knowledge of 5S, Lean and Kaizen methods is a plus
• Knowledge of production and repair tools and benches, instrumentation and measuring skills
• Knowledge of FAA regulations and understanding of quality requirements
• Compliance with safety rules (PPE – Personal Prevention Equipment)
• Compliance with procedures and standards – knowledge of CMM requirements

Leadership Skills / Management Skills / Personal Skills

• Accuracy and rigor, detail-oriented
• Ability to analyze, to synthesize (Ability to report effectively)

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