Lab Technician, Aviation

Lab Technician, Aviation Eastern Kentucky University Position Summary The Lab Technician, Aviation supports the instructional and research missions of EKU's School of Aviation by maintaining, calibrating, and repairing aviation laboratory equipment and facilities; preparing instructional aids and materials; ensuring safety and regulatory compliance; and assisting faculty and students in the proper use of tools, equipment, and learning resources. Minimum Qualifications Education: College graduate; postsecondary technical training preferred (aviation maintenance, avionics, aerospace technology, or related field). Experience: 1-3 years of hands‑on experience in aviation maintenance or technical lab. Licensure & Certifications: Remote Pilot (DOT/FAA Part 107 Certificate holder preferred at time of application. If not, Part 107 certificate to be obtained by applicant within the first 90 days). Job Duties 10% – Equipment Maintenance / Repair / Calibration: Install, calibrate, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair aviation laboratory equipment, training aids, and test benches. Perform preventive maintenance on lab systems and aircraft instructional components. Ensure all equipment meets applicable FAA, manufacturer, and institutional standards. 25% – Lab Setup & Instructional Support: Prepare and stage equipment, tooling, and materials for laboratory classes, demonstrations, and hands‑on student exercises. Assist faculty and students in the proper operation, care, and use of lab instruments, simulators, aircraft systems, and avionics benches. Support development of SOPs, job aids, and instructional guides. 25% – Inventory, Procurement & Record‑Keeping: Maintain inventory of tools, spare parts, materials, consumables, and safety supplies. Track usage, request purchase orders, receive, catalog, and store new items. Keep accurate records including maintenance logs, calibration certificates, safety inspections, and usage reports. 25% – Safety, Compliance & Facility Management: Enforce safe laboratory practices, provide training for users, and proper storage of hazardous materials, tools, and equipment. Ensure compliance with FAA, OSHA, and EKU regulations. Maintain a clean, orderly, and secure lab and hangar environment. 10% – Supervision & Training: Provide work direction, training, and oversight to student assistants or lab support staff. Mentor students in lab best practices, safety, and technical methods. 5% – Budget & Planning Support: Assist in preparing and monitoring the laboratory budget. Recommend purchases of new equipment, tools, and supplies. Support grant proposals, equipment justification, and capital planning. Sponsorship This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. EEO Statement Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice. Background Check Statement Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check. #J-18808-Ljbffr