Senior Avionics Installation Technician

Senior Avionics Installation TechnicianWe are seeking a full-time Senior Avionics Installation Technician at Garmin's location in Salem, OR. In this role, you will be responsible for leading, mentoring, and installing complex certified and experimental avionics systems in FAR part 23, 25, 27, and 29 aircraft utilizing advanced interface, troubleshooting, and configuration techniques.Essential Functions:Develop documentation and best practices for new avionics systems as well as partnering with management/customers to exceed certification standardsModify complex aircraft installations to accommodate panel and remote mounted avionics equipmentPrepare new aircraft wiring harnesses in accordance with Engineering drawings and installation documentsTroubleshoot existing avionics installation interconnects and partner/lead Engineering in development and verification of new installation documentationPartner with Engineering to improve processes, functions and drawings, use ramp test equipment to verify proper function of installed avionics, and serve as Avionics Inspector for Repair StationCompletion of Repair Station and aircraft paperwork (logbook entries, FAA 337, W&B, etc.)Compliance with DOT requirementsServe as a mentor and installation expert for lower-level technicians and apprentices. Assist in maintenance and aircraft movement in the hangarMust possess the ability to routinely bend, twist, and lift up to 50 lbs. and occasionally team lift up to 100 lbs. while using safe lifting techniques; pushing/pulling equipment up to 200 lbs.; standing and sitting for extended periods of time; kneeling, stooping, crouching, and crawling; climbing and utilizing ladders to connect cables and walking long distances throughout the facility; repetitive motion; tolerates products, materials and fumes associated with aircraft maintenance; tolerates working in confined spaces and heights above four feet.Basic Qualifications:High School Diploma or GED AND a minimum of 10 years avionics experience related to general aviation aircraftMust possess a minimum of 10 years general aviation, maintenance or avionics experience and/or equivalent combination of education, military aviation experience and/or aviation related experienceMust possess experience substantially similar to the essential functions of this job description with installing avionics systems in piston, turbine and turbojet aircraftMust possess demonstrated ability to read and interpret aircraft wiring diagrams, advanced system integration and aircraft configurationDemonstrated ability of aircraft wiring harness termination techniques, wire harness fabrication and harness installation techniques in general aviation aircraftDemonstrated advanced avionics systems knowledge and aircraft troubleshooting skillsDemonstrated ability in the operational testing and modification of aircraft pitot-static systems, including aircraft transponder testing and RVSM requirementsKnowledge of FAA Regulations relating to avionics installations, testing requirements and how to apply those to assigned tasks and a full working knowledge of required FAA paperwork and aircraft documentationAbility to lead other technicians in an avionics installation projectMust possess the ability to routinely bend, twist, and lift up to 50 lbs. and occasionally team lift up to 100 lbs. while using safe lifting techniques; pushing/pulling equipment up to 200 lbs.; standing and sitting for extended periods of time; kneeling, stooping, crouching, and crawling; climbing and utilizing ladders to connect cables and walking long distances throughout the facility; repetitive motion; tolerates products, materials and fumes associated with aircraft maintenance; tolerates working in confined spaces and heights above four feetTolerates working in extreme temperatures and noisy environmentsDesired Qualifications:FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic certificateExperience using desktop computer systemsExperience producing and modifying drawings using AutoCADBasic aircraft sheet metal skills relating to avionics installationsGarmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.