F-16 Avionics or Electrical / Environmental Technician III

AAR Corp; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as an F-16 Avionics or Electrical Technician, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the airworthiness of advanced aircraft systems. This position involves hands-on work with avionic and electrical systems, requiring a keen eye for detail and technical proficiency. You'll be responsible for inspecting, testing, and modifying essential aircraft components, utilizing state-of-the-art tools and equipment. If you're passionate about aviation and ready to contribute to innovative aerospace solutions, this opportunity is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to work in a supportive environment that values your skills and expertise.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
• Experience in avionics or electro-environmental maintenance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Modify, upgrade, inspect, and repair aircraft avionic and electrical systems.
• Test systems under simulated or actual operating conditions.

Skills

Avionics Maintenance

Electrical Systems Repair

Testing and Calibration

Technical Documentation

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Related Field

Associate's Degree in Related Field

High School Diploma

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Digital Meters

Circuit Analyzers

Hand Tools

Job description

Job Description - F-16 Avionics or Electrical / Environmental Technician III (16823)

About Us:

AAR Corp. (NYSE: AIR) is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company that employs more than 6,000 people across over 60 sites in over 20 countries. Headquartered in the Chicago, Illinois area, AAR supports commercial and government customers in more than 100 countries through four operating segments: Parts Supply, Integrated Solutions, Repair and Engineering and Expeditionary Services. AAR’s purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow.

F-16 Avionics or Electrical / Environmental Technician III - 16823

SCHEDULE:

Candidates must be able to work 1st shift.

SUMMARY

Responsible for depot-level modification, upgrade, & test of aircraft sub-systems, ensuring airworthiness. Duties include, but are not limited to, inspecting, testing, modifying, and repairing avionic as well as other electrical systems/sub-systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Modifies, upgrades, inspects, tests, adjusts, and repairs aircraft avionic and electrical systems, such as aircraft installed radar, radio, navigation, and power systems using hand tools and test equipment.
2. Inspects components of avionic and electrical systems and equipment for defects, such as loose connections and frayed wire, and for accuracy of assembly and installation.
3. Tests avionic and electrical systems under simulated or actual operating conditions to determine performance and airworthiness, using test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, digital meters and counters, and circuit analyzers.
4. Using hand tools, adjusts, repairs, and/or replaces defective components based on analysis of test results, following blueprints, schematics, handbooks, and other technical documents.
5. When required, calibrates installed, modified, or repaired systems and/or equipment to prescribed specifications.
6. When required, operates ground servicing equipment to operationally test, inspect, and verify functionality and airworthiness of avionic and other electrical systems.
7. Accurately document all required U.S. Government and program forms and documents, including electronic records.
8. Must effectively interact with program and customer representatives as well as on-site business or military representatives.
9. Perform other duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES

1. Change of Direction
2. Diverse Mindset
3. Building relationships and partnerships
4. Focus
5. Accountability

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance is required.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

1. Must meet one of the following requirements:
   
   1. A Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of related experience in avionics or electro-environmental maintenance.
   2. An Associate's degree plus 4 years of related experience in avionics or electro-environmental maintenance.
   3. High School Diploma plus 8 years of related experience in avionics or electro-environmental maintenance.
2. F-16 experience is strongly preferred, but other fighter jet experience may be considered.
3. 7 Skill Level is preferred.
4. 5th generation aircraft experience is a plus.
5. Microsoft Office Suite skills are preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Must be able to lift and carry parts, tooling, and other awkward items sometimes weighing greater than 50 lbs, including walking up and down stairs, aircraft maintenance stands, and platforms.
2. Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting, squatting, stretching, and bending throughout the workday.
3. Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to assure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.

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Job

Job

: Defense

Primary Location

Primary Location

: United States-Florida-Homestead

Schedule

Schedule

: Full-time

Overtime Status

Overtime Status

: Non-exempt

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.