Avionics Bench Technician I

Bench repair or proprietary repair of Avionics components for Regional and Business Airframes. Avionics technicians are specialists who test, diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, overhaul and re-certify an aircraft's electronic instruments and components such as; Attitude and Heading Computers, Electronic Flight Displays, Multifunction Displays, Radio Tuning Units, Control Display Units, Radio Altimeters, Weather Radars, VHF Communication Radios, VOR Navigation, Marker Beacon and Instrument Landing System Receivers, Flight Control Panels, Weather Radar Panels, Air Data Reference Panels, Flight Guidance Panels, Autopilot Panels, Linear Actuators, Power Supplies, Air Data Computers, High Voltage Power Supplies, Keyboards, Controllers, Audio Control Panels and Display Control Panels.

Avionics Bench Technicians have high attention to safety and detail. Skills include but are not limited to; reading and interpretation of blueprints, schematics and illustrated parts lists, Soldering, Printed Circuit Board repair, installation and removal of small electronic components, disassembly and reassembly of small components, cleaning, painting and use of adhesives, use of standard and specialized shop equipment such as hand tools, Digital Multimeters, Oscilloscopes, Function Generators, Signal Generators, Audio Analyzers, Power Supplies, Computer User Interfaces, Test Fixtures, Test Cables, Tilting Rate Tables, Radar Absorption Barrels, Air Data Test Sets, Spectrum Analyzers, RF Power Meters, Force Gauges, Milling Machine, Temperature Chambers, Digital Balancer, Test Software, Color Analyzers, Soldering Irons, Solder Suckers and Computer Maintenance Database.

Summary

This person is responsible for performing maintenance tasks in a safe manner, ensuring all work conforms to RAR requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Understanding the maintenance tasks and that the technician has no authority to deviate from provided maintenance data.

Maintaining of personal tools required for performing work as assigned.

Testing the ESD wrist strap and signing daily ESD log at the beginning of each shift prior to use.

Checking the technical data control page for its currency prior to use.

Checking test equipment calibration tag for its currency prior to use.

Ensuring the fluid dispensing containers are properly identified.

Ensuring shelf-life tags are legible and current and returning all expired or spent shelf-life sensitive materials to the designated disposition container.

Reporting directly to the supervisor any incidences of tools-equipment in poor condition, past due for calibration, out-of-date revisions, or safety issues.

Carrying out specialized maintenance tasks to many maintenance standard specified by the customer and notifying lead technician of any mistakes requiring recertification.

Contacting lead technician and awaiting instructions in the event where it is impossible to complete the maintenance task in accordance with maintenance data.

Providing feedback to supervisor, Maintenance Manager, and General Manager on training requirements, work conditions and unusual circumstances.

Keeping the technical data in good condition and returning it to proper location at the end of shift.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Analytical - Collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data.

Continuous Learning - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; seeks feedback to improve performance; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.

Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; uses resources effectively.

Use of Technology - Demonstrates required skills; adapts to new technologies; troubleshoots technological problems; uses technology to increase productivity; keeps technical skills up to date.

Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.

Cooperation - Establishes and maintains effective relations; exhibits tact and consideration; offers assistance and support to co-workers.

Oral Communication - Listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings.

Teamwork - Gives and welcomes feedback; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.

Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy.

Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and principles; upholds organizational values.

Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values.

Adaptability - Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Personal Appearance - Dresses appropriately for position; keeps self well groomed in accordance with company dress policy.

Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Initiative - Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed.

Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions.

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.

Quantity - Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Know company manual with associated policies and procedures, proper use of standard shop test equipment, and read and interpret wiring diagrams and blueprints.

Good communication and organizational skills.

Education and/or Experience

Associates of Science in Electronics or Electronics Technician Certificate or equivalent Military training.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports and business correspondence.

Must read, write, speak and understand the English language.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of FileMaker Pro Database software and basic Search Engines.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to type, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Employees must be awake and alert during working hours while performing any and all job duties listed in this job description.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock and risk of radiation. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $31.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• On-the-job training
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Overtime
• Rotating shift
• Rotating weekends
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $31