Lead Avionics Aviation Maintenance Technician 145

Air Methods Mechanics; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Methods seeks an avionics technician supervisor to perform continuity and power/ground checks, configure and calibrate avionics and medical equipment, and conduct post-installation system checks. Lead and direct personnel, manage work orders, and troubleshoot complex discrepancies.

This role requires FAA certification experience and proficiency with avionics test equipment, reading schematics, and coordinating across departments to ensure safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Experience with installation, troubleshooting, and FAA certification of aviation avionics.
• Supervisory or lead experience preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Define and coordinate department requirements based on workload and schedules.
• Coordinate and prioritize workflow based on schedule commitments.
• Review drawings for clarity and manufacturing interpretation.
• Review manpower requirements.
• Initiate activities associated with personnel status changes.
• Ensure that direct reports are adequately trained and capable of performing their duties.
• Ensure and maintain a safe work environment.
• Participate in weekly program status meetings.
• Provide hours and materials estimates for proposals.
• Coordinate and communicate with other manufacturing departments, Engineering, and Production Control.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Skills

Avionics test equipment

FAA A&P license

Supervisory experience

Read blueprints/schematics

Education

Two year technical certificate

Four years related experience

FAA repairman certificate preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

FCC license

Job description

Overview

Job Summary

Responsible to perform continuity and power and ground checks for post installation wiring accuracy. Perform configurations and calibration of avionics and medical equipment. Perform post installation system operational checks. Be able to perform complex troubleshooting and repair discrepancies. Operate multiple types of avionics test equipment. Maintain work orders and direct personnel for job assignments.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:

• Define and coordinate department requirements based on workload and schedules
• Coordinate and prioritize workflow based on schedule commitments
• Review drawings for clarity and manufacturing interpretation
• Review manpower requirements
• Initiate activities associated with personnel status changes
• Ensure that direct reports are adequately trained and capable of performing their duties
• Ensure and maintain a safe work environment
• Participate in weekly program status meetings
• Provide hours and materials estimates for proposals
• Coordinate and communicate with other manufacturing departments, Engineering, and Production Control
• Other Duties as assigned.

Additional Job Requirements

• Regular scheduled attendance
• Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling: 5% Subject to applicable laws and Air Method’s policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods’ employment practices and policies.

Qualifications

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position.

Education & Experience

• Two year certificate from college or technical school; and/or four or more year’s related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Four (4) years of relevant industry experience.
• Demonstrated General Aviation avionics experience with installation, troubleshooting, and FAA certification.
• Supervisory or lead experience preferred.
• Proficient in avionics test equipment.
• Proficient with FAR 91.411 and 91.413.
• Proficient in avionics systems to include but not limited to Comm, Nav, Audio, Marker Beacon, Autopilot, Garmin 430, 530, G1000, G500, GTN 650/750, Satellite Phone and Tracking, TCAS, and lighting systems. Skills

• Ability to read and work from blue prints and schematics.
• Ability to read, understand written regulatory and technical and exchange the same.
• Ability to apply creativity and problem solving skills in troubleshooting work.
• Ability to work as team member and leader under pressure and meet deadlines Computer Skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
• FCC license preferred
• FAA A&P or meet requirements to obtain a FAA repairman certificated preferred

This position is subject to drug and/or alcohol testing per the DOT/FAA requirements (pre-employment, random, reasonable cause/suspicion, post-accident).

Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Minimum pay

USD $37.82/Hr.

Maximum Pay

USD $50.00/Hr.

Benefits

For more information on our industry-leading benefits, please visit our benefits page here.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)