Support Technician - Avionics

Aar Corp.; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

AAR Corp. is seeking an Avionics Support Technician to perform routine avionics work on heavy aircraft (A, B, C, D checks). The role operates on a swing shift (4:00PM-2:30AM) in a warehouse setting with a comprehensive benefits package.

Candidates should have a high school diploma; aviation or mechanical maintenance experience is preferred. The position offers a competitive hourly salary range, generous PTO, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Aviation or mechanical maintenance experience preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend technical directions and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Read and implement maintenance manuals to locate components on the aircraft.
• Troubleshoot avionics and electrical systems using approved data.
• Perform avionics and electrical work with supervision.
• Perform avionics/electrical modifications with supervision.
• Understand engineering methodology for system installations.

Skills

Technical reading

Maintenance manuals

Avionics troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Modifications supervision

Engineering methodology

Education

High school diploma / GED

Job description

Job Description - Support Technician - Avionics (18961)

About Us:AAR Corp. (NYSE: AIR) is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company that employs more than 6,000 people across over 60 sites in over 20 countries. Headquartered in the Chicago, Illinois area, AAR supports commercial and government customers in more than 100 countries through four operating segments: Parts Supply, Integrated Solutions, Repair and Engineering and Expeditionary Services.AAR’s purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow. The company’s mission is to go above and beyond to provide value-driven aerospace aftermarket solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers worldwide. AAR constantly searches for the right thing to do for its customers, employees, partners and for society.

Description

Avionics Support Technician is responsible for effectively performing avionics routine work associated with heavy aircraft A, B, C, and D checks. This position will be working swing shift (4:00PM-2:30AM).
What you will be responsible for:

• Must be able to read and comprehend technical direction and documentation.
• Reads, understands, and implements directions of appropriate maintenance manuals to identify and locate associated components on the aircraft.
• Troubleshooting aircraft avionics and electrical systems using approved technical data and supervision.
• Performing avionics and electrical systems using approved technical data and supervision.
• Performing avionics and electrical modifications with supervision.
• Understanding engineering methodology for systems installations.

Qualifications

What you will need to be successful in this role:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.

Aviation or mechanical maintenance experience preferred.

The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match


• Generous paid time off program


• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.
• The environmental characteristic for this position is a warehouse setting.
• Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional warehouse environment.

AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.

Compensation:
The anticipated salary range for this position is $16.84 to $21.27 hourly. This range reflects the base pay for candidates who meet the requirements of the role, including experience, education, and location. AAR offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holiday pay, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.
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Job

Operations

Schedule

Full-time

Overtime Status

Non-exempt

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 or veteran status.