Avionics Technician Lead

Greenpoint Technolgies, Inc.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenpoint Technologies in San Antonio, TX is seeking an experienced Avionics Team Lead to provide hands-on avionics installation, wiring, testing, and system integration for aircraft modification programs. You will supervise Technicians, assign work, ensure safety and quality, and coordinate with Engineering, Quality, and Materials to meet schedules and FAA requirements.

You will mentor technicians, review documents, and promote standard work practices while improving production efficiency in a

Qualifications

• Minimum seven years of aircraft avionics installation, electrical systems, or aircraft modification experience.
• Previous experience leading technicians or coordinating production activities preferred.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and BOMs.
• Must communicate in English and mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily activities of Avionics Technicians to meet program milestones.
• Review orders and engineering documents before work begins and ensure FAA compliance.
• Perform on‑the‑job training and mentor Technician I–III staff.
• Maintain production schedules with cross‑functional teams (Engineering, Quality, Materials).
• Prepare routine production reports and communicate status to leadership.

Skills

Leadership

English communication

Troubleshooting

Mentoring

Cross-functional

Tools

Boeing SWPM

Microsoft Office

Job description

Provides day-to-day leadership and technical direction to Avionics Technicians supporting aircraft modification and completion programs. Coordinates daily work assignments, production priorities, and manpower while serving as the primary technical resource for the team. Works closely with Production Control, Engineering, Quality, Materials, and leadership to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and in compliance with FAA regulations, customer requirements, engineering specifications, and company procedures. Performs hands‑on avionics work as required to support production objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the daily activities of Avionics Technicians.
• Assign work based on production priorities, manpower, technician skill level, and schedule requirements.
• Monitor production progress and adjust work assignments to meet program milestones.
• Serve as the primary technical resource for the production team.
• Review production orders, engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, Bills of Material (BOMs), engineering orders, and work packages before work begins.
• Partner with Production Control, Engineering, Quality and Materials to resolve issues and maintain production schedules.
• Ensure work is performed in accordance with FAA regulations, customer requirements, engineering drawings, Standard Wiring Practices, and company procedures.
• Perform aircraft electrical installations, modifications, wire harness fabrication, testing, troubleshooting, repairs, and system integration as required.
• Verify production documentation, labor transactions, and production order status are completed accurately.
• Oversee and co‑sign work performed by uncertified mechanics in accordance with the GTI Repair Station Manual (RSM).
• Facilitate On‑the‑Job Training (OJT) and mentor Technician III, Technician II, and Technician I employees.
• Assist in developing standardized work practices and improving production efficiency.
• Promote compliance with company safety policies, 5S, FOD prevention, ESD protection, and tool control.
• Assist with technician evaluations by providing input on technical performance, productivity, and training needs.
• Communicate production status, schedule risks, manpower constraints, and recovery plans to leadership.
• Prepare routine production reports and correspondence.
• Other duties as assigned.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Greenpoint Core Competencies

• Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands, and accepts constructive criticism/feedback and changes approach or method to best fit the situation.
• Communications – Expresses ideas and thoughts effectively in verbal and written form, exhibits good listening and comprehension, and keeps others informed and uses appropriate communication methods.
• Dependability – Responds to requests for service and assistance, follows instruction and responds to management direction, takes responsibility for own actions and doing the best job possible, keeps commitments, and maintains reliable attendance.
• Initiative – Sets and achieves challenging goals, demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles, measures self against standard of excellence, recognizes and acts on opportunities, and takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
• Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities, exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views, gives and welcomes feedback, contributes to building a positive team spirit, and puts success of team above own interests.
• Work Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, displays commitment to excellence, looks for ways to improve and promote quality, applies feedback to improve performance, and monitors own work to ensure quality.

Job Core Competencies

• Cooperation – Establishes and maintains effective relations, exhibits tact and consideration, displays positive outlook and pleasant manner, offers assistance and support to co‑workers, works cooperatively in group situations and works actively to resolve conflicts.
• Written Communications - Writes clearly and informatively, edits work for spelling and grammar, varies writing style to meet needs, and presents numerical data effectively.
• Judgment – Displays willingness to make decisions, exhibits sound and accurate judgment, supports and explains reasoning for decisions, includes appropriate people in decision‑making process, and makes timely decisions.
• Job Knowledge – Competent in required job skills and knowledge, exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills, keeps abreast of current developments, requires minimal supervision, displays understanding of how job relates to others, and uses resources effectively.

Summary of Education, Experience & Certification

Minimum seven (7) years of aircraft avionics installation, electrical systems, or aircraft modification experience.Previous experience leading technicians, coordinating production activities, or serving as a technical lead preferred.

Employees working on programs subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations must qualify as a US Person which is defined as a US Citizen, a Permanent Resident who does not work for a foreign company, foreign government, foreign governmental agency or organization, or a political asylee for legal compliance purposes.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Advanced knowledge of aircraft wire harness fabrication and installation techniques.
• Ability to interpret engineering data and manufacturing documentation.
• Ability to coordinate multiple priorities in a fast‑paced production environment.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to mentor and develop technicians.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Thorough knowledge of Boeing Standard Wiring Practices Manual (SWPM) and Boeing Product Standards.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, wiring lists, engineering orders, maintenance manuals, installation drawings, and Bills of Material.
• Strong troubleshooting skills involving aircraft electrical and avionics systems.
• Ability to work independently and cross‑functionally as part of an established and growing team.
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time, use hands to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and have close/color vision ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Ability to work outside of core business hours as required.

Physical Requirements

• Able to comply with the DOT/FAA Drug and Alcohol Testing Program.
• Able to climb and work from step stools and ladders.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Able to reach overhead and work in confined aircraft spaces.
• Able to work in stooping, kneeling, bending, crawling, or standing positions for extended periods.
• Able to distinguish wire colors and perform precision work requiring normal or corrected vision.
• Full range of motion of both hands with the ability to use hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments.
• Able to work in a non‑dust‑free manufacturing environment.

About Greenpoint Technologies
Greenpoint delivers nose‑to‑tail VIP Jet aircraft interiors for private clients and Heads‑of‑State. We are proud to be known in the aerospace industry for our design and engineering innovation, award‑winning company culture, and on‑time delivery of our beautiful products. We use leading‑edge tools and employee‑built processes to deliver extraordinary, one‑of‑a‑kind custom aircraft interiors. It’s complex work, but we work smart. In return for hard work, collaboration, and creativity, our people experience a culture custom built for high achievers:

• Big jobs and stretch assignments.
• High accountability environment, with transparent decisions aligned to values, open communication, and engaged leadership.
• Ability to make a big, visible impact on the end product.

We welcome diverse contributions and provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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