Avionics Technician: Precision Repairs & FAA Testing

Safran; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran in Grand Prairie, TX seeks an Electro-Mechanical Avionics Technician to perform production and maintenance tasks on aviation equipment, in full compliance with FAA regulations and CMM requirements.

You will test, repair, disassemble, reassemble, and document activities, maintaining strict adherence to quality, safety, and ERP-tracked workflow. FAA Repairman certification is preferred; high attention to detail and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with at least 3 years related experience.
• Experience with FAA regulations and quality requirements.
• Knowledge of CMM, measurements and gauges.
• Familiarity with 5S, Lean and Kaizen methods is a plus.
• Ability to work under safety rules and PPE protocols.

Responsibilities

• Conduct standard testing procedures on equipment and validate results.
• Repair aviation units per FAA regulations and CMM requirements.
• Disassemble, clean, and visually inspect parts for wear.
• Reassemble parts to meet specified tolerances.
• Track and document activities; maintain parts control.
• Support shop compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
• Contribute to process improvements to reduce cycle time.
• Apply maintenance manuals to assess component acceptability.
• Update work orders in the ERP system.
• Follow procedures; notify supervisors and suggest expenditures.
• Maintain FAA Repairman Certification and regulatory compliance.
• Independently troubleshoot SRUs and diagnose faults.
• Develop repair solutions when standard parts are unavailable.
• Maintain knowledge of unit operation and history to anticipate needs.
• Calibrate torque wrenches; convert torque specs between standards.
• Use calipers, micrometers, depth gauges and CMM for shim adjustments.
• Perform soldering on electronic components and test parts.
• Adhere to safety and quality standards.

Skills

MS Office

5S/Lean/Kaizen

Tools & measurement

FAA regulations knowledge

Safety PPE compliance

CMM compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

3+ years related experience

Tools

Soldering equipment

Calipers & micrometers

CMM tooling

ERP systems

Job description

Safran in Grand Prairie, TX seeks an Electro-Mechanical Avionics Technician to perform production and maintenance tasks on aviation equipment, in full compliance with FAA regulations and CMM requirements.

You will test, repair, disassemble, reassemble, and document activities, maintaining strict adherence to quality, safety, and ERP-tracked workflow. FAA Repairman certification is preferred; high attention to detail and teamwork are essential.