Avionics Technician

Description

It’s your career, give it wings!

Who we are and where we are going:

Ascent Aviation Services is one of the largest aviation maintenance, repair, overhaul, storage and reclamation operations in the world. Our strength comes from our talented and professional employees who excel through teamwork and enthusiasm. Ascent Aviation Services continues to grow and are continually looking for motivated and career minded aviation professionals who will support our vision and goals.

Core Values:​

RESPECT – For each other, our facilities, equipment and our customer’s needs.​

SAFETY – Continuously pursuing an accident and injury free environment.​

QUALITY – Zero post-delivery defects and audit ready all the time.​

RESULTS – On-time, all the time. Meeting our commitments.

This Avionics Technician position is onsite at our Marana and Tucson locations and will work flexible hours, including nights, weekends and holidays as needed.

You will get more than just compensation at Ascent Aviation:

• 401K with company match
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Disability
• PTO
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Development and Career Growth Opportunities
• EAP 

What you will do:

Essential Job Functions:

• Research technical data and performs inspection, testing, adjusting, and repairing of avionics equipment, such as radar, radio, navigation, auto pilot, and compass systems, installed in aircraft in accordance with applicable maintenance manuals, FAA regulations and Ascent Aviation Services policies and procedures.
• Accomplished maintenance actions are concisely and accurately recorded on repair station and/or customer provided approved documents.
• Inspects components of avionics equipment for defects, such as loose connections and frayed wire, and for accuracy of assembly and installation. Tests avionics equipment under simulated or actual operating conditions to determine performance and airworthiness, using test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, digital meters and counters, and circuit analyzers.
• Adjusts, repairs, or replaces defective components based on analysis of test results, following blueprints, schematics, handbooks, and other technical documents.
• Calibrates installed or repaired equipment to prescribed specifications.
• Avionics testing equipment such as VOR/ILS tester, fuel quality tester, DME tester, pitot-static tester, volt-ohm meter, hi-lifts, stands, ladders.

Marginal Job Functions: 

• Ensures that proper documentation is made on training record for training received, and signed by Lead, Supervisor, or Manager.
• Performs maintenance duties away from base on temporary duty.
• Performs maintenance work such as repair and maintenance of company equipment and shop housecleaning.
• Ensure that all work performed is done in a safe manner. Directs activities to protect employees from harm and maintain safe working conditions.
• Avionics testing equipment such as VOR/ILS tester, fuel quality tester, DME tester, pitot-static tester, volt-ohm meter, hi-lifts, stands, ladders.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of aircraft avionics experience
• A or A&P License and/or FCC license preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required. Post secondary education or training in aircraft maintenance required
• Ability to organize and plan work adhering to deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Ability to read/write in English

Work Location: Aircraft maintenance hangar, flightline, and Avionics Shop.

Potential Hazards: Exposure to high intensity noise levels, extreme changes in temperature, electrical charges and radar waves, materials identified on Safety Data Sheets, working around moving machinery.

Protective Equipment Required: Goggles, safety glasses, face shields, ear protection, aprons, gloves, safety harnesses, breathing equipment.

Details:

SMS REQUIREMENTS

§ Employees are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with company policies and government regulations. These rules are written in the interest of preserving the lives and the resources entrusted to each employee, and when the rules are violated, the risk of a mishap is usually increased.

§ Employees shall participate in safety education programs and train to recognize hazards on the job and how to report them promptly. As a condition of employment, each member of Ascent Aviation agrees to report errors, incidents, and accidents honestly.

§ Any employee who observes an unsafe action or condition should bring it to the attention of supervisors and managers. Certain conditions may allow the employee to easily correct a condition or situation.

§ In all cases, the employee must notify his/her supervisor of any actions taken by the employee. The first employee to observe an accident or incident should take immediate action to alert appropriate responders/supervision and to take reasonable steps to prevent further injury, or damage.

Duties not listed within the position description may be required of the employee at the discretion of the department management. Job functions may vary due to irregular working conditions or multiple shift positions.

Ascent Aviation Services is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to making reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of their job. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. EEO/AA/F/M/VET/DIS

Qualifications

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:  Ability to organize and plan work adhering to deadlines; attention to detail and mathematical skills; ability to read, write, and understand the English language and to follow verbal and written instruction; ability to interpret and apply technical data; ability to operate applicable equipment; ability to work with or without supervision.

Education/Training:  High School diploma or equivalent required. Post-secondary education or training in aircraft maintenance or equivalent combination of education, training or experience required.

Experience:   One to three years' experience in related aircraft avionics preferred.

Certificates/Licenses: A or A&P License and/or FCC License preferred.  Valid driver’s license required.

Duties not listed within the position description may be required of the employee at the discretion of the department management.  Job functions may vary due to irregular working conditions or multiple shift positions.