Avionics/Electrical Technician 2 (Weekend Days)

Job Description

About the Company At Gulfstream, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in inspiring and empowering every individual to reach their fullest potential. From workforce development and meaningful connections to a culture of trust, respect and integrity, we invest in our employees so they can do their best work and achieve success together. Creating and delivering the world's finest aviation experience starts with our people, and when our people thrive, so does our mission. Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically advanced business jet aircraft. Role Overview Provide technical expertise in testing aircraft systems and in troubleshooting and repairing system discrepancies to keep schedule impact to a minimum. The technician implements process changes that reduce cost and meet schedule without compromising safety or quality, and may fill in for the Senior Avionics/Electrical Technician, enforcing company safety and quality goals while following daily work plans to maintain schedule requirements. Key Responsibilities Demonstrate technical skill and expertise in avionics and aircraft systems operational testing and troubleshooting Install and functionally test electrical and avionics components and systems on aircraft per engineering specifications, drawings and maintenance manuals, ensuring a defect-free system Ensure the quality and efficiency of all installations; troubleshoot processes and concepts to provide timely, quality repairs of malfunctioning systems Repair or replace defective components and wiring so that installations meet conformity, using accepted techniques including splicing, soldering and pinning of wiring Perform and comply with engineering changes and modifications as required Set up and operate the necessary test equipment; conduct functional and operational tests to evaluate performance and reliability Ensure that all work performed on the aircraft is properly and completely documented and ready for inspection Test and maintain test equipment, electronic systems and components Comply with the company foreign object damage programme, tool control programme, 5S programme and all safety regulations Adapt to sudden schedule changes Additional duties In support of aircraft certification and final phase testing, work may include flight tests on aircraft as required Perform other duties as assigned Requirements Preferred proficiency in the operation and troubleshooting of aircraft systems other than avionics, such as hydraulics, landing gear, flight controls, environmental controls, or structural installation and repair Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and schematic diagrams Excellent verbal and written communication skills Must be able to climb stairs and ladders, work in confined areas and lift up to 50 pounds (23 kg) Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language. Licences & Qualifications High school diploma or GED required Four years of experience in an avionics or electrical career field, or two years of accredited schooling in aviation electronics plus two years of related experience A&P (FAA Airframe and Powerplant) licence preferred FCC licence preferred; NCATT certification preferred Experience Good communication skills and a team player What We Offer Pay: the compensation range for this role is 30.47 to 35.55 US dollars per hour. Final compensation for this role will be determined by several factors including but not limited to minimum and preferred qualifications, knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience and location. Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plans, wellness programmes, paid leave and tuition assistance Medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage Life and disability insurance Retirement savings plan Employee assistance plan Voluntary programmes such as adoption assistance, prepaid legal assistance, home and auto insurance, and accident insurance Additional Information Department: Service Center Employment type: Full-time Shift: Weekend Days Travel: Up to 25% Posting end date: 28 August 2026 Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

Requirements

• Demonstrate technical skill and expertise in avionics and aircraft systems operational testing and troubleshooting
• Install and functionally test electrical and avionics components and systems on aircraft per engineering specifications, drawings and maintenance manuals, ensuring a defect-free system
• Ensure the quality and efficiency of all installations; troubleshoot processes and concepts to provide timely, quality repairs of malfunctioning systems
• Repair or replace defective components and wiring so that installations meet conformity, using accepted techniques including splicing, soldering and pinning of wiring
• Perform and comply with engineering changes and modifications as required
• Set up and operate the necessary test equipment; conduct functional and operational tests to evaluate performance and reliability
• Ensure that all work performed on the aircraft is properly and completely documented and ready for inspection
• Test and maintain test equipment, electronic systems and components
• Comply with the company foreign object damage programme, tool control programme, 5S programme and all safety regulations
• Adapt to sudden schedule changes
• In support of aircraft certification and final phase testing, work may include flight tests on aircraft as required
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Preferred proficiency in the operation and troubleshooting of aircraft systems other than avionics, such as hydraulics, landing gear, flight controls, environmental controls, or structural installation and repair
• Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and schematic diagrams
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders, work in confined areas and lift up to 50 pounds (23 kg)
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• High school diploma or GED required
• Four years of experience in an avionics or electrical career field, or two years of accredited schooling in aviation electronics plus two years of related experience
• A&P (FAA Airframe and Powerplant) licence preferred
• FCC licence preferred; NCATT certification preferred
• Good communication skills and a team player
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plans, wellness programmes, paid leave and tuition assistance
• Medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage
• Retirement savings plan

Benefits

• Life and disability insurance
• Voluntary programmes such as adoption assistance, prepaid legal assistance, home and auto insurance, and accident insurance