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JOB TITLE: Avionics Technician (VIP Jets Experience Required)

LOCATION: Van Nuys, CA

PAY RATE: $34.00 - $44.00 per hour

***MUST BE US PERSONS***

We are a national staffing firm working with some of the top-tier aerospace companies in the world! And we are looking for first-class employees to work with our clients.

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a US persons as noted in the Job description?

• Do you meet the educational requirements for this job?

• Do you meet the experience requirements for this job?

• Are you able to commute to the job location or are you able to relocate for the role?

Details:

• Contract 6 mos.

• Contract-to-hire

• Medical, dental, and vision plan with United Healthcare

• Robust 401K

• Potential for bonuses

• Sick pay, and holiday pay for those who qualify

• Shift: M-F 2nd shift-14:30-23:30

Summary:

If you are looking for a challenging opportunity that will ignite your passion for designing cool and innovative products, are exceptionally creative, are a great problem solver, and can make things happen - apply today!

This is a very exciting opportunity to work with one of the world's most exciting aerospace companies!

Essential Duties:

• Perform inspections, testing, troubleshooting, repairing, removal and replacement of aircraft instrument and avionics components and systems in accordance with manufacturer's specifications, FAR's, industry standards and approved procedures

• Assumes a leadership role in technical matters within area; and may perform as an Authorized Inspector for in-process, final inspection and return to service of articles for which they are approved

• Carry out tasks assigned by Planner Scheduler and/or the Maintenance Manager

• Assist maintenance Lead Technicians in meeting deadlines and return to service goals by coordinating avionics related activities

• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with the procedures outlined in the applicable Aircraft Maintenance Manual and customers General Maintenance Manual

• Troubleshoots, repairs, test, removes and replaces avionics and instrument wiring and systems installed in various airframes using hand tools, test equipment and technical documents

• Orders necessary parts to complete the job. Acts as Authorized Inspector as needed

• Enters description of work completed on the work order and properly documents removal and installation of aircraft parts and components according to approved data and approved procedures

• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of all technical reference materials needed to perform the job

• Assists Maintenance Technicians in the resolution of discrepancies in avionics and instrument components and aircraft systems

• Responds to other technical requests from internal and external customers within area of expertise

• Provides OJT to less experienced technicians to ensure technician development and accurate work

• Accompanies flight crews to perform in-flight troubleshooting and adjustments and performs preflight evaluations of avionics and instrument systems

• Maintains avionics test equipment and work area as required. Operates ground support equipment as necessary

• Attends factory and company technical training and participates in OJT to increase technical skills and proficiency

• Maintains training log and keeps it updated

• Exercise good judgment in working with people in a team environment as well as in aircraft maintenance and safety

Required Skills:

• Key Skills; avionics, maintenance, troubleshoot, PART 145 or PART 135, Gulfstream OR Cessna OR Embraer OR Bombardier

• High school diploma or GED

• Must be maintenance tech, not installer and not manufacturing

• Must have own tools necessary for the job

• Must possess excellent written and verbal communications skills in the English language

• Have at least 3 years of experience working in a Part 145 environment, Part 135 experience is a plus

• Ability to manage high stress situations, sometimes multiple situations

• Experience in the use of maintenance reference materials including Manufacturer's Maintenance Manuals, Illustrated Parts Catalogs, Component Manuals, etc.

• Experience using CMP and CAMP maintenance tracking programs

• Exceptional customer service skills required

• Must be proficient in the operation of standard office equipment and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)

• Driver's License with no major infractions required

• Excellent time management and organization skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work

• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to routinely lift up to 50 lbs., occasionally up to 75 lbs.

• Ability to read small print; identifies colors; repetitive motion

• Ability to tolerate in confined spaces and heights above four feet

• Ability to tolerate standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, climbing and sitting

• Ability to tolerate working in extreme temperatures and noisy environments

Desired Skills:

• Prefer model type experience

• Experience working with Gulfstream, Cessna, Embraer and Bombardier is preferred

• Ability to obtain FAA Repairman Certificate required, A&P License a plus

*ITAR Definition

Under 120.14 of the ITAR a U.S. person is defined as a person who is a lawful permanent resident of the United States(link removed) A lawful permanent resident is further defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20). A U.S. Person is also a protected individual which is defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

The Structures Company is a national staffing firm specializing in contract, contract to hire, and direct hire placement opportunities. Our clients rely on us to support their engineering, IT, Production, Maintenance & Repair, and support staff. Our niche recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths and is why we are a top provider of talented professionals to the majority of our clients. They will help you identify the opportunity that best fits your interests while also providing industry-leading customer service.

We support the majority of aerospace OEM's and tier 1 suppliers across the United States.

The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer (or AA/ EOE)

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, aircraft

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