Avionics Technician

Description

This position will be responsible for diagnosing faults and repair actions to restore Line Replaceable Units (LRUs), Shop Replaceable Units (SRUs), Test Measurement & Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE), Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) and special purpose test equipment to an operational condition.

• Diagnose faults in the test stations and Test Program Sets (TPS).
• Repair, modify, troubleshoot, calibrate, align, and operate automatic test stations.
• Train government personnel in the proper use of self-devised, supplemental fault or technical analysis techniques.
• Review and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals in the performance of repair, troubleshooting, and technical analysis duties for reparable units and test stations.
• Set up and operate equipment used in the fabrication of printed circuit boards, cables, and other higher-level assemblies.
• Perform in-depth analysis: of test software and recommend specific corrective actions.
• Work directly with OEM’s point of contact to ensure the highest possible accuracy in the information database for technical advice.
• Assist in the validation/verification process to identify and determine faults inserted in the new TPS prior to acceptance.
• Perform self-devised, supplemental fault or technical analysis routines when failures are beyond the scope of automated diagnostics program Test Program Sets (TPS) to isolate the faulty components.
• Perform in-depth technical analysis to resolve issues pertaining to technical problems on specified weapons systems.
• Use a variety of standard Test Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE), e.g., distortion analyzers, frequency counters, multi-meters, oscilloscopes, signal generators, and voltmeters in support of technical and repair services.
• Assist in prototype and first article testing to ensure the government receives a fully functional TPS that identifies faults quickly and accurately.
• Access the Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) technical baseline and/or JEDMICS to obtain the latest drawings, parts lists, mechanical drawings, and technical specifications.
• Take required repair actions to restore electronic units or test stations, multi-conductor cables and wiring harnesses to fully operational and serviceable status in accordance with Work Control Documents (WCDs).
• Certify the condition of assets prior to shipment.

Requirements

This full-time position requires an onsite work and as such, candidates must live within commute distance of the work location. This position requires the incumbent to be able to obtain an interim security clearance. Candidates with experience in or with the military will be more successful in this role.

License, Cert or Registration

• Must obtain the level of Industrial Security Clearance required by the Government.
• Must have a valid state driver’s license when required by job assignment.
• Technical school degree/certificate (electronic/electrical preferred)
• Must be physically able to perform duties and responsibilities of the classification.
• Eight (8) years’ experience with the testing and repair of electronic LRUs and SRUs of which four (4) years’ experience in the testing, troubleshooting, and repairing of faults in Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) and Test Program Sets (TPS).
• Must be able to work with required materials without debilitating irritation to skin, eyes or respiratory system while wearing the required personal protective equipment.
• Must obtain a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) to include hazardous material endorsement when required by job assignment.
• Must obtain a valid government driver’s license when required by job assignment.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance