General Avionics- PSP

Skywest; Palm Springs (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Performance rewards and profit sharing

Comprehensive health coverage

Global flight privileges

Job summary

SkyWest Airlines in Palm Springs is seeking a skilled avionics technician to join its shop environment, performing testing, troubleshooting, and component repairs on aircraft systems, while maintaining precise records.

The role requires reading wiring manuals, schematics, and using maintenance manuals; candidates should have 18 months avionics experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work in a deadline-driven, safety-conscious team.

Qualifications

• Must graduate from an accredited avionics school.
• FCC GROL license required within six months.
• 18 months of avionics experience.
• Ability to read wiring manuals and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform avionics checks and troubleshoot aircraft systems.
• Repair avionics and electronic components in shop.
• Maintain required documentation and paperwork.
• Follow safety standards and work with maintenance team.

Skills

Reading wiring manuals

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Documentation proficiency

Safety awareness

Education

Graduation from avionics school

Military avionics/electronics training

Associate degree in electronics

A&P certification with avionics experience

FCC GROL license

Tools

Multimeter

Oscilloscope

Electrical test equipment

Job description

About SkyWest

SkyWest Airlines, recognized as the largest independently owned regional airline, is seeking candidates with a strong commitment to excellence. The company values punctuality and seeks individuals capable of thriving in deadline-driven settings while upholding strict operational safety standards. As a SkyWest employee, you will join a team of professionals dedicated to servicing our fleet efficiently and safely within established timelines, fostering a collaborative work environment.

SkyWest employees benefit from a unique culture characterized by teamwork, respect, quality, and professionalism, complemented by an exceptional array of world-class benefits:

Employee Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Performance rewards and profit sharing
• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, and vision
• Global flight privileges for employees and their families through major airline partners

Primary Job Duties

In a shop environment, the technician will perform testing, troubleshooting, and component repairs. The technician may also be required to work on aircraft systems, including the following:

• Perform avionics checks and troubleshoot aircraft systems as needed.


• Maintain proficiency in completing all required documentation and paperwork.


• Repair avionics and electronic components in an avionics shop environment.


• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

A&P Mechanics who are interested in this General Avionics position may also apply, provided they intend to acquire the required time to qualify for testing for the FCC Radio License.

Minimum Requirements

• Hold a valid, unrestricted, driver’s license


• Demonstrate the ability to read and interpret wiring manuals and schematics.


• Effectively use component maintenance manuals to troubleshoot and test components.


• Effectively use aircraft manuals to troubleshoot and repair avionics and electrical systems.


• Exercise sound judgment when working with others in a team environment and in matters related to aircraft maintenance and safety


• Provide the minimum required set of tools.

Experience and training must meet at least one of the following qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited avionics school.


• Military training in avionics or electronics.


• An associate degree or higher in electronics.


• Eighteen months of experience in the avionics industry.


• A&P certification with prior avionics experience.

Must hold an FCC GROL license. If the FCC GROL license is not held at the time of employment, it must be obtained within six months of the hire date.

Physical and Other Requirements

• Routinely lift up to 75 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.


• This is a Department of Transportation safety-sensitive position.