What are the responsibilities and job description for the Experimental Avionics and Electrical Specialist I position at Cirrus?
Job Summary
As an Experimental A&E Specialist, you will be at the cutting edge of innovation, contributing to the design and creation of next-generation avionics and electrical systems. Your daily tasks will leverage your related degree to maintain, modify, and complete aircraft builds from start to finish. This will include, but is not limited to, wire harness assembly, modification, and verification, as well as building and adjusting circuit cards that integrate into aircraft communication systems and critical bus operations. You will also be responsible for advanced software loading and manipulation to troubleshoot issues and ensure system functionality. All tasks will be performed with the highest standards of quality to ensure a safe and reliable product.
Duties And Responsibilities/Essential Functions
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.
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
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.
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.
As an Experimental A&E Specialist, you will be at the cutting edge of innovation, contributing to the design and creation of next-generation avionics and electrical systems. Your daily tasks will leverage your related degree to maintain, modify, and complete aircraft builds from start to finish. This will include, but is not limited to, wire harness assembly, modification, and verification, as well as building and adjusting circuit cards that integrate into aircraft communication systems and critical bus operations. You will also be responsible for advanced software loading and manipulation to troubleshoot issues and ensure system functionality. All tasks will be performed with the highest standards of quality to ensure a safe and reliable product.
Duties And Responsibilities/Essential Functions
- Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.
- Use of hand tools such as side cutters and wire strippers for basic fabrication of simple wire harnesses.
- Understanding equipment such as oscilloscopes, function generators, and spectrum analyzers for circuit testing.
- Provide feedback to Engineering on the parts/assemblies/installations.
- On aircraft and component level troubleshooting, pitot static calibration, and software load.
- Fabricate flight articles with minimal supervision.
- Fabrication of non-flight critical test articles and components.
- Work in a team environment to achieve a common goal.
- Proficient at several skills that are foundation level.
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
- 1-year related 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
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Drives Results: Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances.
- Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments.
- Self-Development: Actively eeks new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal channels.
- 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.
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.
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.
