What are the responsibilities and job description for the Avionics Technician position at Flightstar Aircraft Services?
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Non- Exempt |
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Department: |
Maintenance |
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Job Title: |
Avionics Technician |
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Reports To: |
Assigned Line Supervisor |
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DOT/ NON- DOT: |
Covered |
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Schedule: |
1st and 2nd shift available |
Position Summary
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Installs, inspects, tests, adjusts, and repairs aircraft avionics equipment and systems. Performs operational tests and functional checks on aircraft avionics systems, and troubleshoots and corrects problems. Reads blueprints and schematics. Reads and complies with instructions and safety information as necessary for proper and safe completion of assigned work. |
Job Duties and Responsibilities
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Installs, inspects, tests, adjusts, and repairs aircraft avionics equipment and systems, including radio systems, radar, and navigation systems. |
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Troubleshoots and corrects problems related to avionics systems through the use of wiring diagrams and maintenance manuals. Reads blueprints and schematics. |
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Lays out installation of aircraft avionics assemblies and systems. |
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Sets up and operates ground support and test equipment to perform functional tests of electrical and avionics systems. |
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Reads maintenance manuals to identify and locate aircraft components on the aircraft, and accurately implements instructions of maintenance manuals. |
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Performs repairs on noted discrepancies, and effectively researches manufacturer’s manuals for appropriate repair procedures prior to performing repairs. |
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Able to demonstrate some understanding of basic electrical and electronics language and theory. |
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Performs skilled manual and technical work using hand tools, soldering irons, circuit testers, oscilloscopes, voltmeters, ammeters, and ohmmeters. |
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Lifts and carries hand tools, parts, and work materials; ascends and descends ladders and platforms; and frequently works in a variety of positions such as stooping, kneeling or squatting. |
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Follows safety procedures and wears/uses appropriate safety equipment for the work being performed. |
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Reads instructions and safety information as necessary for proper and safe completion of assigned work. |
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Communicates effectively in English regarding work activities, per FAA requirements. |
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Prepares and maintains simple records such as work order documentation, logs, and time and material records, as instructed. |
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Performs other duties as assigned. |
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Key Interactions
Internal
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Departments or Job Titles |
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Purpose |
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Immediate Manager/ Supervisor and other Maintenance Leadership |
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Department Leads |
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Other department employees and contract employees |
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External
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Businesses or Organization |
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Corporate and OpCO employees |
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Customers |
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Vendors |
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Position Profile |
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Academic Qualifications |
High School Diploma or GED required |
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Languages |
Read, speak, write, and understand the English language. |
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Special Licenses |
Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificate is preferred; Airframe Familiarization (FAM) course certificates preferred |
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FCC License preferred (FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License). |
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Drivers License |
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Previous Experience |
Minimum 18 months of relevant experience providing knowledge of narrow and wide body airframe techniques, terminology, parts, etc, or completion of FAA approved A&P program. |
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Technical Skills |
Individual will perform daily transactions within Flightstar’s ERP system, vending (POU), as well as research customer’s maintenance manuals. |
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Required Skills |
Lifts and carries hand tools, parts, and work materials; ascends and descends ladders and platforms; and frequently works in a variety of positions such as stooping, kneeling or squatting. |
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