Avionic Technician Job Description:Within budgeted or estimated time, repair, modify, install, and perform routine maintenance of all Avionics systems with accuracy and with minimal assistance.Accurately interpret maintenance manuals, service bulletins, wiring diagrams, system schematics, drawings, engineering orders and other documents from both the customer and company.Apply deductive reasoning to troubleshoot and repair and/or check complex systems.Properly utilize Avionics test equipment to perform systems test and keep abreast of new and advanced test equipment and the use of such equipment.Properly utilized and maintain Avionics hand tools to perform repairs and installations.Keep leadership and co-workers apprised of work progress and/or problems.Accurately document work performed as set forth by company and customer maintenance programs on a daily basis using the standard format. Prepare routine reports and correspondence.Fabricate per drawings and standard practices wire bundles and assemblies to include marking of wires, properly securing wires into bundles, and termination of wires into a variety of contacts and connectors.Take immediate corrective action regarding unsafe conditions.Other duties may be assigned.Operate ground support equipment e.g. power carts, Hi-Reach, etc. as required
Skills and Knowledge:Ability to communicate effectively with other maintenance personnel at all levels regarding all job-related issues both verbally and in writing.Must have working knowledge of Avionics systems and their operation and the proven ability to troubleshoot basic problems.Must have broad, overall knowledge of other aircraft systems e.g. hydraulic, flight controls, etc. and major components.Ability to perform basic to intermediate mathematical functions such as add, subtract, divide in units of measure and ability to compute rate, rations and percentages.Demonstrated ability to research proper hand-tools utilizing standard wiring practices manuals. Education and/or Experience:Three years recent hands-on related, commercial or military heavy aircraft avionics experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience/training.Airframe license is desired. Keywords: Avionics Technician, Radio Electrical Technician, Avionics Mechanic, Radio and Electrical Mechanic, Aircraft, Wiring, MRO, Maintenance Facility, Aircraft Mechanic, C&D checks, Airplane Mechanic, Aviation, Electrical