Field Avionics Technician II

General Atomics; Des Moines (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics is seeking an Avionics Technician for its Aero Services division to support MQ-9 operations. The role is deployable with OCONUS travel and a FLEX schedule, requiring work at various locations and adherence to technical orders and procedures.

You will install, configure, and maintain UAV electronic equipment including GCS, data terminals, and related systems, and train customers as needed.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree or trade school equivalency plus 2+ years in aviation or electronics; equivalent professional experience may substitute education.
• Capable of performing a variety of non-routine tasks and applying technical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Operates UAVs, ground control stations and related equipment at operation locations.
• Analyzes customer requirements and ensures product implementation meets specs.
• Provides installation, configuration, and repair support to customers at locations.
• Performs troubleshooting and repair of ground and airborne electronic equipment.
• Repairs or replaces components based on tests, schematics, and instructions.
• Performs installation and testing of computer hardware, software and networked systems.
• Maintains documentation and records as required.

Skills

Aviation/Electronics experience

Troubleshooting

Ground data terminals

Education

Two-year technical degree or trade school equivalency

Tools

Ground Control Stations (GCS)

Ground Support Equipment

UAV hardware

Job description

57824BR

Job Summary:

General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC (GA-SI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a provider of military and commercial engineering services. GA-SI is a leading-edge expert in systems integration technologies, reliability improvements, and controls system design.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Avionics Technician for our Aero Services division supporting our MQ-9. This is a deployable role and will require OCONUS travel working a FLEX schedule with the ability to live at any location.

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for technical and operational support in the installation, application and maintenance of unmanned aerial vehicle electronic equipment to include ground control stations, ground data terminals and ground support equipment in accordance with technical specifications, engineering instructions and technical orders, procedures and regulations. Conducts technical analysis and evaluate product implementation to ensure customer specifications are met. Troubleshoots technical problems and issues and determines solutions to moderately complex problems. May provide guidance and training to internal and external customers regarding equipment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operates UAV, ground control stations and ground support equipment and all subordinate systems at operation locations.

• Analyzes customer requirements and evaluate product implementation to meet specifications and end user applications. Assesses customers' needs for data interface and may recommend actions for coordinative product solutions.

• Provides technical support on the installation, configuration, application and repair of products and systems to customers at operational locations.

• Performs troubleshooting and repair of ground and airborne electronic equipment.

• Utilizes product knowledge, sound judgment and logical reasoning to determine technical solutions to moderately complex problems.

• Repairs or replaces components based on test results, intermediate system knowledge, technical documents, engineering instructions, schematics, blueprints or written/verbal instructions.

• Performs installation, configuration and test of computer hardware, software and networked systems.

• Diagnoses and corrects malfunctions as required.

• Performs inspections and preventative maintenance on ground and airborne systems.

• Maintains required records and forms in accordance with company and customer specifications.

• Validates and verifies accuracy of technical documents and procedures.

• May recommend changes to technical documents and procedures based on system knowledge and best industry practices.

• Fabricates, installs, troubleshoots and repairs wire harnesses and assemblies.

• Ensures proper routing and clamping of wire harnesses and assemblies.

• Represents group with internal and external customers and other personnel.

• May conduct training and practical instruction of peers and customers in the use of ground and airborne electronic systems.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.

• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires education or formal training equivalent to the completion of a two-year technical degree or trade school equivalency as well as two or more years' experience in aviation or electronics. Equivalent professional experience may be substituted in lieu of education.

• Must be able to perform a variety of non-routine tasks and demonstrate considerable