Avionics Technician (2nd Shift)

D.O.M. magazine; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2nd shift incentive 10%

Job summary

D.O.M. magazine is seeking an avionics technician to assist with installation, troubleshooting and repair of avionics and electrical systems on a variety of aircraft models. This role emphasizes teamwork and adherence to FAA and OEM manuals.

You will document work, coordinate with supervisors, maintain a clean work area, and mentor junior technicians while growing expertise in autopilots, FMS, navigation and related systems.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on avionics and airframe troubleshooting experience.
• Thorough knowledge of FARs 43, 91, 135, 145.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and procedures.
• Strong written reports and documentation skills.
• Team oriented with mentor experience.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and repairs all avionics equipment and electrical systems on aircraft
• Communicates with department manager or crew chief on any problems or repairs
• Ensure all work performed is inspected by an authorized repair station inspector
• Prepares various documents for record keeping purposes as required by company policies, FAA approved repair station and quality control manuals, all FAA regulations, OEM aircraft manufacturer manuals, etc.
• Learns, understands and follows the company work order and parts requisition process as written.
• Maintains a clean, neat, and efficient work area
• Repairs and calibrates shop equipment as assigned

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Organizational skills

Safety awareness

Documentation

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Regulatory knowledge

Job description

This position assists with installation, troubleshooting and repairing, and other general tasks related to the maintenance, installations and repair of Avionics systems and components on a variety of aircraft product models.

• 2nd shift incentive 10% increase

Responsibilities of this position include:

• Troubleshoots and repairs all avionics equipment and electrical systems on aircraft
• Communicates with department manager or crew chief on any problems or repairs
• Ensure all work performed is inspected by an authorized repair station inspector
• Prepares various documents for record keeping purposes as required by company policies, FAA approved repair station and quality control manuals, all FAA regulations, OEM aircraft manufacturer manuals, etc.
• Learns, understands and follows the company work order and parts requisition process as written.
• Maintains a clean, neat, and efficient work area
• Repairs and calibrates shop equipment as assigned

Requirements:

Top candidates will possess:

• Willingness to work on a team with both experienced technicians and mentor junior technicians with a calm demeanor
• Ability to communicate well in straightforward situations
• Organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Ability to analyze and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, or procedural manuals
• Excellent mechanical aptitude and a desire to work

Other requirements include:

• 7+ years experience working on and troubleshooting aircraft avionics and airframe systems.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of FARs 43, 91, 135, 145.
• Experience working with and repairing the following aircraft systems:
• Autopilots, Flight Management Systems, Navigation and Communication Systems, EFIS, Aircraft Electrical Systems, Lighting, Pitot and Static Systems

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).