Flight Avionics Tech A

Textron; Wichita (KS); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cessna Aircraft Company is seeking a Flight Avionics Tech A to functional test and troubleshoot aircraft avionics and electrical systems in Wichita, Kansas. The role requires five years of relevant experience and a high school diploma or equivalent.

The successful candidate will execute repairs, adjust system settings, and guide junior staff in avionic tasks. This position offers exposure to varied working conditions, with potential eligibility for tax credits.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in aircraft electrical and electronic installation and functional testing.
• Ability to interpret schematic drawings and assembly blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Conduct functional testing and troubleshooting of aircraft avionics and electrical systems.
• Adjust electrical system settings during flight tests.
• Plan installations and coordinate with engineering departments.
• Repair malfunctioning systems and maintain a clean working area.
• Guide lower grade employees in electrical and electronics work.

Skills

Electrical systems troubleshooting

Avionics testing

Schematic interpretation

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Test equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Job Description - Flight Avionics Tech A (339547)

Job Number: 339547

Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.

Job Summary

To functional test a variety of aircraft avionics and electrical systems and restore malfunctioning systems to proper operation in compliance with engineering and flight test requirements.

Job Responsibilities

• Plans and performs a wide variety of functional testing and troubleshooting operations to determine the cause of malfunctioning electrical and electronic systems used in production multiengine aircraft; works from aircraft orders, inspection records, schematic drawings, engineering specifications, and instructions to ensure compliance.
• Observes operation of electrical and electronic systems while aircraft is in flight or being tested on the flight ramp, adjusting GCUS and parallel generator voltages, compass directions, autopilot headings, and other settings as required.
• Uses aircraft orders and inspection records to determine system requirements, plans installation, functional testing, and repair sequences for standard and optional equipment, coordinating with plant supervision, engineering, avionics departments, and vendors.
• Takes corrective action to repair malfunctioning systems using a variety of test equipment and hand tools, maintaining a clean working area.
• Guides and instructs one to two lower grade employees engaged in flight line electrical and electronics work.
• Performs other related duties as required such as field or ramp taxi of aircraft.

Education

Must have a high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or a bronze level WorkKeys certification, and knowledge of electrical and electronic principles. Ability to interpret schematic drawings, assembly blueprints and specifications is required.

Experience

Requires a minimum of five years diversified aircraft electrical and electronic installation and functional testing experience to have working knowledge of a wide variety of electrical and electronic systems.

Working Conditions

Somewhat disagreeable working conditions due to noncontinuous exposure to noise, weather, hydraulic fluid, MEK, alcohol, and other liquids.

Join Textron Aviation’s Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Visit https://www.aircapitaloftheworld.com/taxcredits for more information on the tax credit.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.