RPA Avionics Technician I - Flight Electronics Pro

Amentum; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking an avionics technician with a background in repairing and maintaining electronic equipment used in aircraft and associated systems. The role requires reading blueprints and schematics, utilizing diverse test instruments, and following detailed maintenance directives.

The position involves training in RPA maintenance, adherence to safety and compliance standards, and potential deployment to support DoD-related operations.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma, or have completed relevant military and/or vocational technical school curriculum.
• Minimum of one year actual and recent aircraft avionics maintenance experience required.
• Must have working knowledge of basic electronics maintenance and repair.
• Must possess basic knowledge of technical publications related to aircraft and missile electronics maintenance.
• Must know basic theory and principles of operation of engines, accessories and components, theory of flight and electronic flight controls, and a thorough knowledge of electrical and electronic principles.
• Must be capable of using and reading blueprints, wiring diagrams, and data tables.
• Must be able to inspect, repair, and operate ground support and auxiliary equipment.
• Must possess basic skills and knowledge in the operation of networks; both hardware and software, to include network topology, standards, and protocols.
• Upon hiring, the company may provide a training class on RPA maintenance conducted in Las Vegas, NV or similar location.
• Students must achieve a passing grade in all required courses for continued employment.
• Additional “on the job” training may be required following the end of the initial training course.
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.
• Must submit updated SF-86 within 30 days of hire start date.
• Must be eligible to gain and maintain a DoD security clearance commensurate with the assigned duties.
• Must be able to lift and carry various items in excess of 50 pounds for extended periods to include the wearing of Military Issued Equipment.
• Must have had an Active Secret US Government Clearance within the last 12 months. Note: US citizenship is required to obtain a Secret clearance
• Must be physically able/cleared to perform ground taxi, towing and operate self-propelled support equipment
• Must not have contraindication to work in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.95(g) 1926.52
• Must be able to procure and retain an IAT Level II certification within 90 days of hire

Responsibilities

• Applies basic technical knowledge to solve problems by referencing manufacturers’ manuals or similar documents including determining the location and density of circuitry, evaluating electromagnetic radiation, isolating malfunctions, and incorporating engineering changes.
• Requires a basic understanding of the interrelationships of circuits, planning work schedules, selecting tools and test instruments, and understanding compliance with maintenance instructions and technical directives.
• Uses common and complex test instruments such as digital multi-meters, signal generators, semiconductor testers, curve tracers, oscilloscopes, high frequency pulse generators, frequency synthesizers, distortion analyzers, and complex computer control equipment.
• Work may be reviewed by the Supervisor for general compliance with accepted practices.
• Maintains, repairs, and installs various types of electronic equipment and related devices such as electronic transmitting and receiving equipment (e.g., radar, radio, telecommunication, sonar, and navigational aids); micro and mainframe computers and terminals; and industrial measuring, controlling equipment, and industrial calibration devices.
• Applies basic technical knowledge of electronics principles in determining malfunctions, and applies skill in restoring equipment operations.
• This technician works under immediate supervision and achieves technical guidance, as required, from a higher-level technician or the Supervisor.
• Shall perform the duties of general housekeeping of both the interior and exterior work areas and grounds maintenance of all assigned facilities not covered by host base contracts.
• Performs all other duties as assigned or requested.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Reading schematics

Test instruments

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Military/vocational training

Associate’s degree (preferred)

Tools

TELNET

FTP

Microsoft Office

Linux

Job description

Amentum is seeking an avionics technician with a background in repairing and maintaining electronic equipment used in aircraft and associated systems. The role requires reading blueprints and schematics, utilizing diverse test instruments, and following detailed maintenance directives.

The position involves training in RPA maintenance, adherence to safety and compliance standards, and potential deployment to support DoD-related operations.