What are the responsibilities and job description for the Weekend Shift Avionics Install position at West Star Aviation?
The Avionics Install Technician installs, routes, terminates, troubleshoots and repairs aircraft wiring and avionics systems using basic hand tools, specialized test equipment and technical reference manuals to meet manufactures specifications, West Star approved procedures, FARs, and industry standards.
Essential Job Functions
· With limited supervision, performs wire marking, bundling and pre-pinning of systems to be installed.
· With limited supervision, performs routing of wiring throughout aircraft and connecting wiring to accessories such as relays, circuit breakers, connectors and switches. Learns and performs preparation and pinning of new system terminations per manufacturer specifications, West Star Aviation approved procedures, and FARs.
· With limited supervision, disassembles and reassembles aircraft interior, instrument panels and avionics equipment bays prior to and/or following the installation of wiring and/or repair of avionics systems, using proper handling and storage techniques. Learns to properly document all removal and installation of aircraft parts and accessories according Installation approved procedures.
· With limited supervision, performs wiring checks and limited/basic system checks to ensure functionality of wiring installations.
· With limited supervision, adjusts repairs or replaces defective parts and wiring on aircraft systems and avionics equipment.
· With limited supervision, troubleshoots, identifies and reports problems to senior technicians. Identifies Engineering / OEM design errors and consults with senior technicians for a corrective course of action.
· Maintains current industry, equipment and FAA knowledge by attending factory classes, OJT and by researching and reading technical documents, trade publications, FAR's, etc. Assists lesser-experienced technicians in interpreting Company policies and the FAR's.
· Available to work all department alternate shifts as needed, and able to accomplish road trips within the United States and other countries as needed to support customers’ needs
· Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
Education and Experience
Avionics Install Technician II:
- High School graduate or equivalent required
- Two years related avionics install or equivalent experience required
Avionics Install Technician III:
- High School graduate or equivalent
- Four years related avionics or electronics experience required
- Four years avionics installations experience preferred