Field Avionics Technician – UAV Systems & Troubleshooting

General Atomics Systems Integration; Indian Springs (NV); On-site; USD 59,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC (GA-SI) located at Creech AFB, seeks a Field Avionics Technician to join the GA-ASI team. The role involves installing, maintaining and supporting UAV avionics equipment, ground control stations and related systems on site, with rotations between 2nd and 3rd shifts every three months.

Under limited supervision, you will diagnose, troubleshoot and repair electronic systems, provide guidance to customers, and ensure compliance with technical orders and

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree or trade school equivalency; six or more years in aviation/electronics preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot at the component level.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, schematics, and technical orders.
• Knowledge of Linux and Windows operating systems is desirable.
• Experience with RF systems and TELNET/FTP is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Operates UAVs, ground control stations, and related equipment at operation locations.
• Analyzes customer requirements and evaluates product implementation to meet specs.
• Provides installation, configuration, and repair of products and systems.
• Performs high-level troubleshooting and repair of ground and airborne electronics.
• Maintains records and ensures compliance with procedures.

Skills

Avionics

Troubleshooting

Blueprints/Schematics

Linux/Windows

RF systems

TELNET/FTP

Education

Two-year technical degree or trade school equivalency

Tools

Electronic test equipment

Soldering tools

Job description

General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC (GA-SI) located at Creech AFB, seeks a Field Avionics Technician to join the GA-ASI team. The role involves installing, maintaining and supporting UAV avionics equipment, ground control stations and related systems on site, with rotations between 2nd and 3rd shifts every three months.

Under limited supervision, you will diagnose, troubleshoot and repair electronic systems, provide guidance to customers, and ensure compliance with technical orders and