GA-F Deployable Field Avionics Technician

General Atomics Systems Integration; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC is seeking a seasoned avionics technician to support installation, testing, and maintenance of unmanned aerial vehicle electronic systems at customer sites. You will work under limited supervision and provide guidance to customers on equipment operation.

Requires a two-year technical degree or trade school, six+ years in aviation/electronics, travel ability (CONUS/OCONUS), and ability to obtain security clearance.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree or trade school equivalency; six or more years in aviation or electronics.
• Must be able to travel domestically and internationally (CONUS/OCONUS).
• Must possess ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Operates UAV, ground control stations and ground support equipment at operation locations.
• Analyzes customer requirements and evaluates product implementation to meet specifications.
• Assesses data interface needs and recommends coordinated product solutions.
• Provides installation, configuration, and repair guidance for ground and airborne systems.
• Performs high-level troubleshooting and repairs of electronic equipment.
• Maintains accurate records and prepares technical documentation.

Skills

Aviation electronics

Security clearance

Travel readiness

Education

Two-year technical degree or trade school equivalency

Job description

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.

Under limited 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 evaluation of product implementation to ensure customer specifications are met. Troubleshoots technical problems and issues and determines solutions to a wide variety of difficult problems. Provides 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 evaluates product implementation to meet specifications and end user applications.
• Assesses customers' needs for data interface and recommends actions for coordinative product solutions.
• Provides technical expertise on the installation, configuration, application and repair of products and systems to customers at operational locations.
• Performs high level troubleshooting and repair of ground and airborne electronic equipment.
• Utilizes product knowledge, sound judgment and logical reasoning to determine technical solutions complex problems.
• Repairs or replaces components based on test results, advanced 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.
• Recommends changes to technical documents and procedures based on system expertise 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 as subject matter expert with internal and external customers and other personnel.
• Conducts training and practical instruction of peers and customers in the use of ground and airborne electronic systems.
• May provide guidance or training to less experienced staff.
• 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.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

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 six or more years' experience in aviation or electronics. Equivalent professional experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
• May require extensive travel and/or CONUS or OCONUS deployment.
• Must be able to perform a variety of non-routine tasks and demonstrate considerable knowledge of avionics and electronic procedures and principles.
• Must possess the ability to troubleshoot at the component level.
• The ability to analyze data and recommend solutions.
• Considerable knowledge and use of electronic test equipment, hand and soldering tools, voltage or amperage measuring and recording devices.
• The ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, schematics and technical orders.
• The ability to obtain a security clearance.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document, report and assess situations and make judgments.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.
• The ability to work both independently and in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required.

Preferred Qualifications

Military Career Field Benchmarking

US Air Force-Relevant cyber and network operations specialties include

• 1D7X1-Cyber Defense Operations.
• 1D7X1A-Network Systems Operations.
• 1D7X1B-System Operations.
• 1D7X1D-Security Operations.
• Traditional avionics specialties remain separate from cyber/network operations specialties.

US Navy

Relevant Information Systems Technician (IT) responsibilities include

• Network administration.
• SATCOM systems.
• Cybersecurity operations.
• Server infrastructure support.
• Aviation Electronics Technicians (AT) remain focused primarily on aircraft electronic systems.

US Army

Relevant Signal Corps specialties include

• 25B-Information Technology Specialist.
• 25H-Network Communication Systems Specialist.
• 25S SATCOM-Systems Operator.
• Aviation maintenance specialties remain distinct from network operations specialties.

US Marine Corps

Relevant communications and cyber specialties include

• 0631-Network Administrator.
• 0671-Data Systems Administrator.
• 1721-Cyber Warfare Operator.
• Aviation maintenance personnel are generally not expected to perform enterprise IT or cyber operations responsibilities.

Job Type: Flex Hourly

Salary range: 63,000 - 105,375