Instrument Technician (Denison, TX)

Air Dallas Instruments Inc; Denison (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

401K

Job summary

Air Dallas Instruments Inc is seeking a candidate for the position involving inspection, testing, and repair of electromechanical indicators like Horizontal Situation Indicators and Flight Directors. Key responsibilities include testing using fixtures, soldering, calibration, and mechanical repairs. Candidates should possess a strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and effective communication skills. Full-time employees enjoy benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, paid vacation, holidays, and a 401K plan.

Qualifications

• Experience in aviation, electromechanical repair or similar fields preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Function well and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, repair, and overhaul electromechanical indicators.
• Test units with panel-mounted or stand-alone test fixtures.
• Solder and wire repair, calibrate units to specifications.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills (oral and written)

Job description

This position is responsible for the inspection, testing, repair, and overhaul of electromechanical indicators such as Horizontal Situation Indicators, Flight Directors, gyros, tachometers, volt/ammeters, and quantity/temperature indicators. Daily tasks will include testing units with panel-mounted or stand‑alone test fixtures, soldering and wiring repair, mechanical repair such as geartrains and bearings, calibration of units to prescribed specifications, and cleaning/painting repaired units.

Qualifications

• Experience in aviation, electromechanical repair or similar fields is preferred, but not required.
• A strong mechanical aptitude and desire to learn
• Attention to detail and strong problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience in the aviation industry is a plus

Applicants Must

• Be willing to take thorough notes and learn on the job
• Be able to communicate effectively in the English language, both oral and written
• Be organized and detail oriented
• Function well and maintain a high level of accuracy in a fast‑paced environment
• Be dependable and able to multitask
• Be able to solve a wide variety of problems, both independently and as a member of a team

Benefits for Full‑Time Eligible Employees

• Medical Insurance
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• 401K

A background check & pre‑employment drug test is required, and shop employees will be subject to ongoing random drug testing per FAA requirements.