Sierra Nevada Corporation ยท 18 hours ago
Avionics Technician III
Hagerstown, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$30.35/hr - $41.73/hr
5+ years expSierra Nevada Corporation is seeking an experienced Avionics Modification Technical Specialist for our Hagerstown, MD team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in avionics systems and will be responsible for providing avionics support for military and civilian aircraft, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations.
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Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provide avionics support for a diverse fleet of military and civilian aircraft, including but not limited to KingAir, Global6500 and Challenger650
Work with manage and update databases for avionics systems such as Collins, Honeywell, and Garmin
Troubleshoot and maintain communication, navigation, landing systems, and cabin Wi-Fi systems and subsystems, including HF/VHF/UHF comm radios, ILS, VOR, ADF, GPS, EGPWS, TAWS, TCAS, ADSB, FMS, AFCS, and Radio Altimeters
Collaborate with maintenance, engineering and vendor technicians to ensure timely fixes and preventive maintenance
Coordinate with other maintenance departments to resolve chronic aircraft issues
Ensure compliance with FAA regulations and company standards during maintenance and troubleshooting tasks
Utilize advanced avionics test equipment and tooling, including multimeters, megohmmeters, milliohm meters, oscilloscopes, frequency/time domain reflectometers, spectrum analyzers, and pitot-static test equipment
Read and interpret schematic diagrams, engineering drawings, blueprints, and wiring diagrams
Assembly and modification of wire harnesses to include soldering and/or crimping
Collaborate with team members to ensure timely and quality completion of tasks
Follow all safety regulations and company procedures
Minimal coaching required and can coach, and mentor others as needed
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED equivalent and typically 5 or more years of relevant experience
A higher-level degree may substitute for experience
Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education
Ability to understand and interpret basic applicable technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and/or publications; ability to route wires per technical drawings
Advanced skills with avionics installation tooling, wiring, wiring repair, wiring installation, soldering, and crimping techniques
Must have own tools in good working order
Candidate must be eligible to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Preferred
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S) in Aviation is a plus
Proven experience as an Avionics Technician. Military or OJT Aviation training is a plus
Telecom and/or home integration training and/or experience may substitute for aviation training or experience
FAA Airframe and/or Powerplant License is a plus
FCC Operator's Permit is a plus
Manufacturers/IPC/specialized Formal training is a plus such as J standard soldering, Daniels crimpers, Fiberoptic etc
Aircraft Manufacturers formal familiarization (GEN FAM) training is a plus
Continues improvement belts or certifications are a plus
Familiarity with FCC and FCC GROL
Basic understanding of spectrometer, oscilloscope, and/or pitot static equipment
Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military
Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance may be required
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision plans
401(k) with 150% match up to 6%
Life insurance
3 weeks paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
And more
Company
Sierra Nevada Corporation
Sierra Nevada Corporation is an aerospace and defense contractor.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
John Reifenberg
Senior Director of Technology - Entrepreneurship
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