AVIONICS TECHNICIAN

Avionics Technician

HQ Aero is currently recruiting for AVIONICS TECHNICIANS in TUCSON, AZ. Responsibilities: As an Avionics Technician, you will be required to:

• Perform and document all work per appropriate manuals and regulations as required.
• Troubleshoot and repair components detached from the aircraft.
• Comply with environmental health / safety policies and procedures.
• Assist with mechanical / electrical removals and installations.
• May assist with maintenance at off-site locations.
• Operate ground support equipment if required.
• Adhere to general work rules and company policies and procedures applicable to work area and job functions.

Qualifications, Experience & Requirements:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of work experience or substantiated equivalent experience.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) or Airframe (A) license required.
• CRJ airframe experience preferred.
• Corporate jet aircraft or commercial aircraft experience preferred.
• If former military, those with military experience such as Depot/Isochronal/Phase Inspections are a plus.
• ***OR*** Minimum of 5-8 years of work experience or substantiated equivalent experience.
• MRO / Heavy Maintenance -OR- CRJ experience required.
• Corporate jet aircraft or commercial aircraft experience preferred.
• If former military, those with military experience such as Depot/Isochronal/Phase Inspections are a plus.
• Certification from Avionics / Electric A/C Technical School or equivalent military/vendor training is preferred.
• Able to read and understand electrical engineering drawings.
• Ability to effectively communicate (verbal & written) aircraft status.
• Ground Support Equipment Qualifications and/or Engine Run Qualification may be required.
• GROL (General Radiotelephone Operator License) or AET (Aircraft Electronics Technician) Certificate is preferred.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Standard Aviation Tool Kit required.
• Criminal Background Check & Compliant to FAA Drug and Alcohol screening checks are mandatory.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language in accordance with Title 14 CFR Part 65.

Job Type:

• Full-time, Contract
• Shift Schedule: 12-hour shifts |3 days on / 4 days off | 4 days on / 3 days off
• Shift Hours: 6:30 till 7:00 (day or night) Must be willing to work either shift.
• Overtime is available.
• Travel Pay: $150 (if applicable)

Essential Job Functions:

• Must be able to work as a part of a team in a high-stress, fast-paced environment.
• Must be a self-starter, able to work with little to no guidance. Must be highly motivated, detail-oriented, organized, with the ability to multi-task.
• Must be computer proficient.
• Physical Demands: The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, Position requires frequent walking, standing and/or climbing.
• Work Environment: Ability to work in confined spaces. FAR Part 145 aircraft maintenance in a hangar and ramp environment.

DISCLAIMER This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected by the successful applicant. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the successful applicant. The successful applicant may be asked to perform other duties as required.