What are the responsibilities and job description for the Experimental Avionics and Electrical Specialist III position at Cirrus Aircraft?
Job Summary
As an Experimental A&E Specialist III you will be at the forefront of innovation and design to create the next generation avionics and electrical builds. Daily tasks will require the use of your related degree to maintain, modify, and create start to finish aircraft builds. Activities will include but are not limited to wire harness build, modification, and verification. Circuit card build and modification that will roll into aircraft communication systems and essential bus operations. This will also include high level software load and manipulation to debug issues and test functionality. All of these tasks will require the highest level of quality to ensure a long-lasting and safe product.
Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions
- Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.
- Perform aircraft troubleshooting and wire harness repair using approved methods.
- Use of hand tools such as side cutters and wire strippers, for basic fabrication of simple wire harnesses.
- Perform aircraft troubleshooting and wire harness repair using approved methods.
- Use of test equipment such as oscilloscopes, function generators, and spectrum analyzers for circuit testing.
- Provide feedback to Engineering on parts/assemblies/installation.
- On aircraft and component level troubleshooting, pitot static calibration, and software load.
- Fabricate flight articles with minimal supervision or fabrication guidance on moderate tasks.
- Maintain strict quality standards.
- Proficient in use of all specialty tools and calibration requirements for building harnesses.
- Perform modifications to avionics and electrical systems in accordance with engineering documentation.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- 2-year related degree or military background in relevant field
- 5 years direct industry experience
- A&P license is preferred
- IPC - 620 training
- IPC - 610 training
- Ability to work in a group environment
- Ability to effectively manage stress, including competing work demands and multiple projects at the same time
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Self-Development
- Strategic Mindset
- Customer Focus
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required.
Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:
- 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting.
- Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
- Free Health Tracking: With rewards for meeting health goals.
- Generous PTO: Over 80 hours accrued within the first year.
- Employee Referral Bonus: For referring talented candidates.
- Career Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
- Exclusive Discounts: Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
- Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations.
These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!
Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
