Avionics Technician
Eagle Creek Aviation
- Indianapolis, IN
- $25.00-45.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Expect a culture focused on the wellbeing and happiness of our Team Members and their families.
- Expect to work with a diverse and talented group of aviation professionals.
- Expect your voice to be heard.
- Expect to matter.
- Days: Monday thru Friday
- Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Some on call or evening/weekend hours may be required.
- Starting hourly rate of $25.00 - $45.00 / hour depending on experience.
- Overtime pay for all hours over 40 hours per week.
- Installing and testing complex avionics equipment and electrical systems on aircraft.
- Ensuring that all avionics equipment works properly before take-off and that it does not interfere with any other electronic device.
- Repairing or replacing any defective avionics equipment before the aircraft's next flight.
- Interpreting blueprints and schematics to properly troubleshoot aircraft systems.
- Performing intricate and highly reliable soldering on failed electrical components.
- Providing accurate diagnoses of difficult avionics problems.
- Organizing ground support and test equipment for ground tests.
- Analyzing flight test data to diagnose malfunctions and study the operations of the electrical or avionics components.
- Keep a constant watch for safety and ensure work performed adheres to the highest quality standards.
- A&P License is required.
- Requires a minimum of 5 years' experience with diversified jet, turboprop, piston, modification, aircraft/flight maintenance or airframe sheet metal maintenance. Must have experience in MROs.
- Operates all power tools and equipment necessary to accomplish job assignments.
- Preferred experience in a customer service facility performing inspections and repair of aircraft.
- Requires use of basic arithmetic operations and knowledge of basic electrical theory.
- Flexibility in scheduling required.
- Some travel required.
- Must successfully pass background check and drug test.
- Ability to read and respond to E-Mail communications.
- Previous work experience with aircraft electrical repair and with specific aircraft maintenance and repair manuals.
- Experience with systems such as NAV/COM/PULSE, Autopilot, GPS, and RVSM.
- Strong working knowledge of aviation safety practices and technology.
- An understanding of other aircraft systems, such as hydraulics and flight control.
- The ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
- Excellent analytical, attention-to-detail, troubleshooting, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Steady hands and excellent eyesight.
- HS Diploma or equivalent required.
- Valid state driver's license.
- Adaptable, driven to execute and accomplish tasks on tight timelines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Tenacious self-starter with a mature outlook.
- Proven ability to operate independently and achieve results.
- Able to multi-task and thrive in a fast paced and quickly changing environment.