F-16 Avionics or Electrical / Environmental Technician III

AAR Corp; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) retirement plan

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

AAR Corp in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, is seeking an F-16 Avionics or Electrical/Environmental Technician III. The role involves depot-level modification, testing and repair of avionic and electrical systems. Candidates should have relevant education and experience, including a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years in avionics maintenance or equivalent. Comprehensive benefits and competitive pay are offered. Must be able to lift 50 lbs, work shifts, and obtain a Secret Clearance.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
• F-16 or F-15 experience preferred.
• 5th generation aircraft experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Modify, upgrade, inspect and repair aircraft avionic and electrical systems.
• Document forms and records for U.S. Government.
• Interact with program and customer representatives.

Skills

Avionics

Electrical Systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Military Clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Associate's degree in related field

High School Diploma with 8 years of experience

Tools

Hand Tools

Test Equipment

Job description

F-16 Avionics or Electrical / Environmental Technician III

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. Examples include radar, radio, navigation, and aircraft power systems/sub-systems.

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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
• 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
• Using hand tools, adjusts, repairs, and/or replaces defective components based on analysis of test results, following blueprints, schematics, handbooks, and other technical documents
• When required, calibrates installed, modified, or repaired systems and/or equipment to prescribed specifications
• When required, operates ground servicing equipment to operationally test, inspect, and verify functionality and air worthiness of avionic and other electrical systems
• Accurately document all required U.S. Government and program forms and documents, including electronic records
• Must effectively interact with program and customer representatives as well as on-site business or military representatives
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Must meet one of the following requirements:
  • A Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of related experience in avionics or electro-environmental maintenance.
  • An Associate's degree plus 4 years of related experience in avionics or electro-environmental maintenance.
  • High School Diploma plus 8 years of related experience in avionics or electro-environmental maintenance or achieved a 7 Level in the specialty.
• F-16 or F-15 experience are strongly preferred, but other fighter jet experience may be considered.
• At least a 7 Skill Level or equivalent is strongly preferred.
• 5th generation aircraft experience is a plus.
• Microsoft Office Suite skills are preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance is required.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off program
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Physical Demands / Work Environment

• 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
• Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting, squatting, stretching, and bending throughout the workday
• 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.
• The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 40 hours a week. Must be able to work 1st or 2nd shift. Overtime may be required as necessary to meet the mission.

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.