Avionics Technician

D.O.M. magazine; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

D.O.M. magazine is seeking a skilled Avionics Technician to troubleshoot, repair and perform scheduled maintenance on aircraft, adhering to FAA requirements. The role requires leadership of technicians, scheduling for on-time deliveries, and collaboration with engineering on enhancements.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and five years of avionics experience, with preference for an A&P certificate. Expect full-time hours, onsite work, and a strong focus on safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five years of Avionics work experience.
• Thorough knowledge of FAA regulations, IPM and ATA codes.
• Willingness to obtain required clearances and certificates.

Responsibilities

• Analyze blueprints, drawings and work orders to troubleshoot, repair and install.
• Lead and train other technicians in proper work techniques.
• Schedule shop items to maintain on-time deliveries.
• Check mechanical components prior to installation.
• Estimate hours and materials for scheduled jobs.
• Collaborate with engineering on design enhancements and productivity.
• Specialize in installation, inspection, test, maintenance and repair of avionics systems.
• Operate required ground support equipment.
• Maintain prompt and regular attendance.

Skills

Avionics experience

FAA regulations knowledge

Troubleshooting

Team training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Airframe and Powerplant Certificate (Preferred)

Job description

Summary

The Avionics Technician must accurately troubleshoot, repair and perform scheduled maintenance on all airplanes, as well as perform inspections as required by the FAA.

Essential Functions

• Fully analyzes all required blueprints, drawings, work orders and sketches to troubleshoot, repair and install desired product or part. Detects errors and corrects through proper departmental channels.
• Professionally trains and leads other employees in proper work techniques.
• Schedules items through the shop to maintain on-time deliveries.
• Checks all mechanical components prior to installation to prevent damage.
• Accurately estimates hours and materials for scheduled jobs.
• Works effectively with engineering in recommending design enhancements and productivity improvements.
• Specializes in installation, inspection, test, maintenance, and repair of Avionics systems.
• Operates all required ground support equipment.
• Prompt and regular attendance.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are primarily Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:30 pm with a one hour unpaid lunch. However, evening and weekend shifts may be required as job duties demand.

Requirements

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five (5) years of Avionics work experience.
• Must demonstrate knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform all job tasks.
• Extensive knowledge of all aircraft mechanical systems functions and interactions.
• Thorough working knowledge of all current FAA regulations, IPM and ATA codes.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Airframe and Powerplant Certificate.
• Prior training experience on aircraft mechanical systems.
• Five to Ten (5-10) years’ of aircraft-related experience or have demonstrated knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform all job tasks.

Other Hiring Requirements

• Valid Driver's License.
• US Citizenship is required to obtain/maintain a United States Security Clearance.
• Must pass a DOT/FAA regulated drug screening.

D.O.M. magazine is the premier magazine for aviation maintenance management professionals. Its management-focused editorial provides information maintenance managers need and want including business best practices, professional development, regulatory, quality management, legal issues and more. The digital version of D.O.M. magazine is available for free on all devices (iOS, Android, and Amazon Kindle).