General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · 16 hours ago
Avionics Technician Non Deployable
Adelanto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$56K/yr - $84K/yr
2+ years expGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a leader in remotely piloted aircraft and advanced surveillance systems. The Avionics Technician will support Test Operations by servicing, troubleshooting, and maintaining aircraft and ground support equipment, while also modifying and configuring systems to meet customer specifications.
EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will service, troubleshoot, repair, inspect, and maintain aircraft and ground support equipment in support of test operations and sustainment activities in accordance with maintenance documentation
Support test teams for test and development (R&D) efforts
Modifies, installs, and tests electronics and mechanical equipment as part of customer and company modification and test efforts
Corrects major and minor discrepancies by removal, repair, or replacement of defective or deleted parts of aircraft electrical and avionics systems as well as ground support systems (ground stations, ground data terminals and SATCOM terminals)
Performs scheduled maintenance and functional checks on existing, newly installed and modified aircraft systems and equipment as well as ground support systems (ground stations, ground data terminals (GDT) and SATCOM terminals); disassembles, assembles, and adjusts electronic equipment
Operates test equipment to locate, diagnose, and repair defective parts and performs routine inspections on systems and equipment
Troubleshoots, tests, and documents findings; repairs or replaces components based on test results by following technical drawings, schematics, handbooks, engineering documents, customer and company technical manuals and other technical guidance
Fabricates, upgrades, routes, and installs wiring harnesses
Supports company and customer flight test activities at various locations in support of test objectives. Includes but not limited to Flight Engineer duties, launch and recovery efforts and reports
Opportunities for cross-training into other disciplines
Other duties as assigned or required
Qualification
Required
Typically requires education or formal training equivalent to the completion of a two-year technical degree or trade school equivalency as well as two or more years' experience in aviation or electronics. Equivalent professional experience may be substituted in lieu of education
Must be able to perform a variety of routine tasks and demonstrate full knowledge of avionics and electronic procedures and principles
Must possess the ability to troubleshoot at the component level
Full knowledge and use of electronic test equipment, hand and soldering tools, voltage or amperage measuring and recording devices
Knowledge of relevant computer applications, operations, and networking
The ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics and technical orders
Good analytical, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document, report and assess situations and make judgments
The ability to work both independently and in a team environment is essential
The ability to work any shift and additional hours as required
Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security clearance is required
Company
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems
At General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.76MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2023-08-14Grant
2023-05-09Grant
2022-09-19Grant
Leadership Team
Daniel Johnson
UK PROTECTOR Test Manager
Emory Lo
Sr Human Resource Business Partner
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