F-16 Avionics & Electrical Technician III — Airworthiness Specialist

AAR Corp; South Carolina; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package including medical, &n

401(k) retirement plan with company 60

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

AAR Corp is seeking an F-16 Avionics or Electrical / Environmental Technician III at Shaw AFB. You will modify, inspect, test, and repair avionics and electrical systems, including radar, radio, navigation, and power systems.

You will document results and work with program representatives to ensure airworthiness. Responsibilities include bench and field testing, calibration, and adherence to blueprints and technical documents.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of related experience in avionics or electro-environmental maintenance OR Associate's degree plus 4 years of related experience OR HS diploma plus 8 years of related experience or 7 Level in the specialty.
• F-16 or F-15 experience preferred; other fighter jet experience may be considered.
• At least a 7 Skill Level or equivalent is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Modify, upgrade, inspect, test, adjust, and repair avionic and electrical systems.
• Inspect components for defects and ensure proper assembly/installation.
• Test systems under simulated or actual conditions to verify airworthiness.
• Calibrate installed or repaired systems to specifications.
• Operate ground servicing equipment to test and verify functionality.
• Document all required forms and electronic records accurately.

Skills

Avionics maintenance

Electrical systems

Blueprints & schematics

Test equipment proficiency

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in avionics/electrical maintenance

Associate's degree in related field

High School Diploma + 8 years experience

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Digital meters

Circuit analyzers

Hand tools

Job description

AAR Corp is seeking an F-16 Avionics or Electrical / Environmental Technician III at Shaw AFB. You will modify, inspect, test, and repair avionics and electrical systems, including radar, radio, navigation, and power systems.

You will document results and work with program representatives to ensure airworthiness. Responsibilities include bench and field testing, calibration, and adherence to blueprints and technical documents.