AVIONICS TECHNICIAN - Cannon AFB, NM

MSCCN; Cannon Afb (NM); On-site; USD 72,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MSCCN is seeking an Avionics Technician at Cannon AFB, NM to support MQ-9 aircraft and related communications equipment. The role centers on maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, and installation of avionics systems while adhering to Air Force directives.

Candidates must have 4+ years in aircraft maintenance, an active security clearance, and the ability to deploy after CRC training; travel may be required and on-site work is expected.

Qualifications

• Must have at least four (4) years of experience in aircraft maintenance.
• Must hold an active security clearance.
• Must have a valid US Passport.
• Must successfully complete CONUS Recovery Center (CRC) training to deploy.
• Must read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must be able to read and interpret electrical schematics and diagrams.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and work as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
• Able to interpret complex customer requirements and diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Maintain MQ-9 aircraft and related avionics equipment following Air Force directives.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and operate communications gear including Ground Control Stations and terminals.
• Schedule satellite airtime and coordinate link activations with DoD and civilian agencies.
• Assemble, connect, and interconnect components such as transmitters and power supplies.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and information security policies.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance

Security clearance

English language

Technical reading

Team collaboration

Job description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site".

AVIONICS TECHNICIAN

Cannon AFB, NM

Description

• Works directly with the Shift Lead to manage, control and direct resources to accomplish scheduled and unscheduled organizational-level maintenance utilizing applicable Air Force directives/instructions on MQ-9 aircraft and associated equipment.
• Directs and assists in the inspection, troubleshooting, and operations of communications equipment to include Ground Control Stations, Ground Data Terminals, standard 6 radio frequency, line-of-sight, beyond line-of-sight, wideband, ground-based satellite, peripheral computer/communications and cryptographic equipment.
• Schedules satellite communications airtime and coordinates link activation with Department of Defense and civilian agencies.
• Assembles, connects, secures and interconnects components such as transmitters, power supplies and antenna assemblies.
• Monitors and de-conflicts transmit/receive signals to ensure optimum performance and prevents interference with other satellite users.
• Installs network technical solutions for real-time video dissemination via Remote Split Operations architecture.
• Enforces strict adherence to technical data and management procedures.
• Ensures aircraft and equipment forms and Maintenance Information System documentation is complete, accurate and accomplished. Implements disaster control duties and responsibilities pertaining to aircraft/SE movement and personnel evacuation.
• Follows established CANN procedures and updates CANN action status on assigned aircraft.
• Understands aircraft status and inventory reporting as covered in Air Force Instruction 21-103 and applicable supplements. Informs and provides aircraft status updates to Shift Lead and the Maintenance Operations Control Center.
• Verifies MICAP conditions exist and reviews MICAP‘s status daily for accuracy.
• Ensures strict compliance and adherence with environmental directives and applicable environmental protection/compliance guidance.
• Ensures compliance with applicable government safety directives, standards, and industrial safety publications.
• Encourages a work environment of zero accident and injuries including no lost time accidents.

Required Experience

Requirements

• Must have at least four (4) years of experience in aircraft maintenance.
• Must hold an active security clearance.
• Must have a valid US Passport.
• Must successfully complete CONUS Recovery Center (CRC) training to deploy.
• Must comply with all company Information Systems security policies and procedures.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret the complex word and technical documents/diagrams.
• Must be able to effectively communicate orally and in writing and work effectively as part of a team.
• Must be able to analyze problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• An ability to interpret complex customer requirements and attitudes from verbal, non-verbal, and written communication is desirable.
• Must be able to calculate figures and numbers, and percentages and be able to draw and interpret graphs.
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and drawings.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift and/or move at least 50 pounds.
• Must be able to walk and/or climb stairs and ladders.
• Must be able to accommodate confined spaces.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, and crawl on top or under equipment.
• Must be able to detect odors, noises, bangs, etc., or other sounds to detect discrepancies of malfunctioning equipment.
• Must be able to distinguish colors.
• Must be able to perform Domestic and International travel as required.
• Shop floor environment.
• Will be working in areas with risk of injury from electrical applications, moving mechanical parts, hydraulic, or pneumatic systems under pressure and electrical motion systems.
• May be exposed to conditions of extreme heat, airborne particles, and loud noises.

Preferred Experience

• Strong preference for candidates with MQ‑9 avionics background.