Avionics Technician IV (Harness Lab) Verified today
About the Role
You will install, inspect, test, adjust, and repair avionics equipment and systems for our aerospace vehicles. This senior-level position involves performing advanced equipment setup and maintenance activities, using precision measurement tools, and fabricating fixtures for use, including non-flight parts with standard alloys and simple geometry.
Your responsibilities include:
- Install, inspect, test, adjust, and repair avionics equipment and systems
- Perform advanced equipment setup and maintenance activities
- Use precision measurement tools to fabricate fixtures
- Perform advanced precision cleaning and chemistry processes
- Apply best shop practices including 5S, FOD, and ESD awareness
- Demonstrate correct packaging and handling for all hardware
- Collaborate with team members to ensure high-quality workmanship and project timelines
- Document and report issues or discrepancies found during inspections and tests
- Provide input to Test Engineers for test setup and test procedures
- Specialize in two of three test work centers
- Serve as SME/Lead for a Work Center
About You
You have typically 8 or more years of related experience in avionics or aerospace technician work. You demonstrate advanced mechanical aptitude and hand tool competency, with familiarity of general shop practices including PPE and shop safety requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
- 8+ years of related experience
- Familiarity with general best shop practices including PPE and shop safety requirements
- Advanced mechanical aptitude and hand tool competency
- Ability to use precision measurement tools and fabricate fixtures for use, including non-flight parts with standard alloys and simple geometry
- Advanced knowledge of precision cleaning and chemistry processes
- Advanced knowledge of 5S, FOD, and ESD awareness
- Ability to demonstrate correct packaging and handling requirements for all hardware
- SME/Lead capability for a Work Center
- Ability to provide input to Test Engineers for test setup and test procedures
- Specialization in 2 of 3 test work centers
Preferred Qualifications
- Formal training, degree, or certification in avionics, electronics, or a related technical field
- Certification: Airman's certificate, FCC license, or IPC level certification
- Experience with avionics systems and equipment, including navigation, communication, and flight control systems
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams
- Familiarity with avionics testing equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and signal generators
- Knowledge of software tools for diagnostics and troubleshooting of avionics systems
- Understanding of RF (Radio Frequency) principles and their application in avionics systems
- Strong and multifaceted experience with soldering and crimping techniques for avionics wiring and connectors
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Associate Trainer of Mechanical Assembly processes
- Avionics Assembly and PCBA Soldering experience
Compensation
Pay Range: $32.55 - $44.77 per hour
Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision plans; 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%; life insurance; 3 weeks paid time off.