Avionics Technician (Lead) - Orlando, FL

Textron Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$4,000 sign-on bonus (pre-tax)

Full-time

Job summary

Textron Aviation in Orlando, FL seeks an Avionics Technician (Lead) to diagnose, repair, and test avionics systems on Cessna and Beechcraft aircraft. The role involves in-flight testing with pilots and following FAA procedures to isolate and fix customer-reported issues.

The position requires a minimum of 2 years in avionics troubleshooting, with preferred experience on Cessna/Beechcraft products. A high school education is required, and an A&P certificate is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in aircraft avionics system troubleshooting and repair.
• Minimum 2 years of experience on Cessna/Beechcraft products.
• Airport security badge must be obtainable through the local airport authority, if applicable.
• Airframe and Power Plant Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs the functional testing required to isolate a customer complaint in a particular avionics system and repairing that aircraft system in accordance with FAA procedures.
• Based on in-flight analysis and/or evaluation of information received from the customer, diagnoses problems and takes corrective action.
• Troubleshoots problems to defective units or wiring discrepancies.
• Replaces defective units, repairs wiring and modifies aircraft as required.
• As required, accompanies pilot in flight to functional test repaired systems and/or aligned systems.
• Works from aircraft orders, wiring diagrams, oral and written instructions to perform job duties.

Skills

Avionics troubleshooting

System diagnosis

Repair and wiring modification

In-flight testing

Education

High School education or equivalent

Airframe and Power Plant Certification preferred

Job description

Avionics Technician (Lead) - Orlando, FL

Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.

Description

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs the functional testing required to isolate a customer complaint in a particular avionics system and repairing that aircraft system in accordance with FAA procedures.
• Based on in-flight analysis and/or evaluation of information received from the customer, diagnoses problems and takes corrective action.
• Troubleshoots problems to defective units or wiring discrepancies.
• Replaces defective units, repairs wiring and modifies aircraft as required.
• As required, accompanies pilot in flight to functional test repaired systems and/or aligned systems.
• Works from aircraft orders, wiring diagrams, oral and written instructions to perform job duties.

Qualifications

EDUCATION:

• High School education or equivalent is required, college or technical school and/or military electronic schools preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in aircraft avionics system troubleshooting and repair.
• Minimum 2 years of experience on Cessna/Beechcraft products

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be able to obtain and maintain an airport security badge through the local airport authority, if applicable.
• Airframe and Power Plant Certification preferred.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

This role is eligible for a $4,000 (pre-tax) sign-on bonus. Terms & conditions apply. The Company reserves the right to amend or suspend this program at any time.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company: Textron Aviation
Primary Location: US-Florida-Orlando
Job Function: Flight Operations
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Experienced
Shift: First Shift