Electronics Avionics Technician Level III - Grand Prairie, Texas

Safran Electronics & Defense, Avionics USA, LLC.; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran Electronics & Defense, Avionics USA, LLC. seeks an Electronic Avionics Technician III to diagnose and repair avionics units to SRU level. The role requires test expertise with oscilloscopes and DVMs, plus strict FAA/CMM compliance and thorough documentation in ERP systems.

Responsibilities include disassembly, inspection, reassembly to spec, training of new staff, and driving process improvements while maintaining safety standards. Travel is minimal.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with three years of related experience or equivalent combo.
• Electronic Avionics Technician III requires 5+ years of related work or equivalent.
• Maintain FAA Repairman Certification and comply with regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair avionics units to SRU/component levels.
• Test equipment and validate results using DVM/oscilloscopes.
• Repair aviation units per FAA regulations and CMM requirements.
• Disassemble, clean, inspect, reassemble with tight tolerances.
• Document activities and track parts in ERP system.
• Lead training for new technicians and pursue process improvements.
• Maintain regulatory compliance and safety standards.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Soldering

Documentation

FAA regs

Regulatory compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

FAA Repairman Certification

Tools

Oscilloscope

Digital Multimeter (DVM)

Soldering equipment

Job description

Job Summary

The Electronic Avionics Technician is responsible for diagnosing and repairing units down to the Shop Replaceable Unit (SRU) and component levels. This role requires strong expertise in using digital measurement tools, oscilloscopes, frequency generators, and circuit analysis to accurately isolate faults and perform repairs on complex electronic systems.

Essential Job Functions

• Conduct standard testing procedures on various equipment and validate the results.
• Perform repairs on aviation units in compliance with FAA regulations and in accordance with the Component Maintenance Manual (CMM) requirements.
• Disassemble, clean, and visually inspect parts to identify issues or wear.
• Reassemble parts, ensuring all measurements meet specified tolerances and requirements.
• Accurately track and document all activities, maintaining proper control of parts.
• Help maintain shop compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
• Contribute to process improvements aimed at reducing cycle time.
• Ensure strict adherence to quality standards, with a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction.
• Apply maintenance manuals to evaluate and determine the acceptability of components.
• Regularly update work order information in the ERP system.
• Follow established procedures, making adjustments as necessary and promptly notifying supervisors; recommend expenditures as needed.
• Safeguard confidential and sensitive information to protect SEDA's reputation and competitive position.
• Comply with all safety, health, and environmental regulations, actively supporting Safran HSE policies and remaining vigilant for potential hazards when adopting new skills or equipment.
• Other duties may be assigned.

In addition to the above, is also responsible for the following:

• Troubleshoot and repair electronic units down to the component level with precision and accuracy.
• Test and evaluate capacitors, diodes, transistors, and other components using a Digital Volt Meter (DVM).
• Apply power supply theory and digital electronics principles to isolate faults effectively.
• Trace circuit problems using appropriate troubleshooting tools and techniques to identify failing components.
• Self-train on similar product lines to quickly adapt to new equipment and technologies.
• Perform soldering on through-hole and surface mount components with high quality and reliability.
• Maintain FAA Repairman Certification and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Fully train new technicians and team members on the product line, including processes and troubleshooting methodologies.
• Develop creative repair solutions when original parts are unavailable, including cannibalization and alternative sourcing.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of the unit's operation and historical fault trends to improve diagnostics and repair outcomes.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to remain in a stationary position and occasionally move about the office and shop floor. Constantly operates and use a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a copier/printer and laboratory machinery. The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information. The ability to observe, identify and assess details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds across office for various needs.

The work environment is an office and on the shop floor. Noise level in the office is quiet and on the shop floor can occasionally require hearing protection.

Experience in relevant Business sector

Experience within aerospace industry a plus but not required.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and three (3) years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Electronic Avionics Technician III: 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic level of Microsoft Suite: Outlook, Word, Excel
• Knowledge of 5S, Lean and Kaizen methods is a plus
• Knowledge of production and repair tools and benches, instrumentation and measuring skills
• Knowledge of FAA regulations and understanding of quality requirements
• Compliance with safety rules (PPE – Personal Prevention Equipment)
• Compliance with procedures and standards – knowledge of CMM requirements

Leadership Skills / Management Skills / Personal Skills

• Accuracy and rigor, detail-oriented
• Ability to analyze, to synthesize (Ability to report effectively)

Potential travel between Grand Prairie, Texas and other locations is not expected (up to 0%).