Lead Avionics Technician

Flightstar Aircraft Services, LLC; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Flightstar Aircraft Services, LLC in Jacksonville, FL seeks an experienced aircraft maintenance technician with strong avionics expertise to lead a crew. You will troubleshoot avionics, read schematics, and ensure compliance with FAA standards while mentoring others.

Responsibilities include planning non-routine maintenance, coordinating parts and tools, and documenting work orders. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and timely project completion under client specifications.

Qualifications

• Strong avionics knowledge and FAA standards experience.
• Ability to lead and train team members on procedures.
• Proficient in reading schematics and maintenance manuals.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• A&P license in good standing or Repairman certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Direct assigned crew in aircraft maintenance, servicing and repairs per FAA standards.
• Read wiring diagrams, schematics, and blueprints to plan work.
• Troubleshoot avionics systems including radio, radar and navigation.
• Provide on-the-job training and ensure safety and quality compliance.
• Record work orders, parts used, and time logs accurately.
• Interface with customer reps to approve estimates and work scope.

Skills

Avionics systems knowledge

Leadership / training

Reading schematics & blueprints

Customer interaction / communication

Safety compliance & FAA standards

Education

A&P License

Repairman Certificate

Tools

Maintenance manuals

Wiring diagrams

Job description

• Direct assigned crew in performing maintenance, servicing, and repairs on aircraft and engines, ensuring airworthiness per customer specifications and FAA standards.
• Enforce proper handling of parts, ensuring accurate tagging (repairable, serviceable, or condemned) and timely routing of components in line with company procedures.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and blueprints.
• Troubleshoot aircraft systems using applied theory of operations.
• Provide on-the-job training and instruction on aircraft maintenance, standard operating procedures, and safety standards.
• Review non-routine maintenance cards to plan actions, identify necessary parts, materials, and tools, and provide accurate estimates in a timely manner.
• Maintain accountability for the quality, efficiency, and timeliness of assigned work and that of the crew.
• Exhibit flexibility in work hours to ensure smooth shift transitions and project continuity.
• Interface with customer representatives to secure approval for original, additional, or revised work estimates.
• Perform removal, installation, inspection, testing, adjustment, and repair of avionics systems, including radio, radar, and navigation systems, as required.
• Utilize tools and equipment to perform technical and manual tasks as directed.
• Maintain working knowledge of ATA Codes, aircraft zones, airframe structures, and industry standards.
• Interpret and comply with Airworthiness Directives, Service Bulletins, and Maintenance Manual instructions for safe work completion.
• Record work orders, time logs, and materials used, ensuring documentation is accurate and timely.
• Proficiently use integrated operating systems for locating parts, alternate part numbers, and tool requests.
• Maintain accountability for personal and team safety compliance, following all procedures without exception.
• Stay informed and accountable for all work-related policies, procedures, training, and qualifications.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Strong technical knowledge of avionics systems, maintenance practices, and FAA standards.
• Ability to lead and train team members, ensuring adherence to safety and quality protocols.
• Proficiency in reading schematics, blueprints, and maintenance manuals.
• Working knowledge of ATA Codes and narrow-body airframe structures.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with a focus on customer interaction.
• Commitment to maintaining training and qualifications as required for the role.
• A&P License in good standing or Repairman Certificate required

This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented individual who is passionate about safety, quality, and team development in a dynamic aviation maintenance environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

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