LIGHT HELICOPTER TECHNICIAN AVIONICS

Job Description

LIGHT HELICOPTER TECHNICIAN – AVIONICS

HQ Aero is currently recruiting for LIGHT HELICOPTER TECHNICIAN – AVIONICS in MESA, AZ

SUMMARY

The Avionics Light Helicopter Technician installs, test, troubleshoots, repairs, modifies and maintains aircraft avionics and electrical system components in accordance with testing, engineering, maintenance and installation directives on operating aircraft. Reporting to Manager, Avionics. No tools required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform operational checkouts of avionics and instrument systems

• Remove and replace aircraft electrical components; troubleshoot and implement corrective actions

• Fabricate and modify control panels; Install wiring, coax cable and electrical components

• Uses manufacturing planning, tech manuals, written instructions, schematics, blueprints and other approved technical data to assemble, install or replace electrical/avionics components

• Ensures that all inspections, preventive maintenance, modifications and documentation to the aircraft are complete for each task performed

• Document all aircraft maintenance actions using the required maintenance forms

• Uses manufacturing shop stamp or test stamp to sign off completed work to include manufacturing planning, test procedures, inspection discrepancy records, product assurance records and applicable program documentation

• Repairs and maintains operating aircraft

• Maintain a clean, safe and healthy work area

• Up to 10% domestic/international travel may be required

• Other duties may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must have the ability to read and interpret blue prints, engineering drawing and technical publications.

• Experience in the use of digital multi-meter and other related test equipment along with the ability to strip, crimp and solder wiring, coax cable and electrical components.

• Prior experience building and installing wire harnesses required.

• Prior experience in Garmin products programming.

• Ability to use and maintain various pieces of ground support and test equipment including following: Christie RF80 Battery Charger, Artex Model 453-2000 ELT Programmer, Castleberry Model 337 Pitot-static Tester, Aeroflex IRF4000 Nav Com Tester, Aeroflex IF 6000 Tester.

• The ability to understand and follow instructions and the ability to concentrate is required.

• Excellent written, verbal, communication and interpersonal skills.

• The ability to get along with others or to be part of a team.

• Access to Export Control Information.

• Regular attendance at the worksite.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• This job requires a minimum of high school education and 3 or more year's work-related experience, with at least 1 year commercial avionics experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Must be a US Citizen or permanent resident.

• This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

None

WORK ENVIRONMENT/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.

• This position is designated by the employer to be a safety-sensitive position.

• Work performed in an office and factory settings.

• Exposure to shop environment such as noise, dust, odors and fumes.

• Occasionally required to lift up to 20 lbs.

• Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about facilities.


What we offer:

• HQ Aero provides guaranteed HASSLE-FREE weekly payroll.
• Direct deposit on first pay, per diem for eligible applicants, and payroll advances.
• Travel pay and longevity bonuses offered on majority of our contract assignments.
• Referral bonus is also offered to all of our technicians

If you are looking for a job in the aviation industry, you have come to the right place!  HQ Aero is always recruiting highly skilled, motivated and dedicated aviation personnel to support our customer’s manpower needs. By choosing to partner with HQ Aero, you will work with one of our knowledgeable aviation recruiters, and will gain access to aviation jobs offered by the top companies in the aviation industry. HQ Aero’s proven staffing approach has allowed us to successfully place many aviation professionals, just like you, in jobs across the globe. We take great pride in our ability to provide our clients with outstanding aviation talent to support their everyday business needs.  Our aviation employment openings are updated on a daily basis.