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Avionics Mobile Service Technician - Houston, TX

Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.

Description

JOB SUMMARY:

To work as part the Mobile Service Technician team (MST), focused on the maintenance activities and work scope of the Customers Citation aircraft.To install, adjust, functional test, troubleshoot and repair avionics systems on board the aircraft at remote locations. Will assist the MST A&P with reviewing the work scope with Customers and adding squawks as required. Will respond to Customer inquiries and be responsible for assuring Customer satisfaction by coordinating with the Service Center Team. Will assist the MST A&P with overseeing the maintenance of the mobile service vehicle, ensuring vehicle is properly serviced and road worthy at all times.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs the functional testing required to isolate a customer complaint in a particular avionics system and repairing that aircraft system in accordance with FAA procedures.

• Based on in-flight analysis and/or evaluation of information received from the customer, diagnoses problems and takes corrective action.

• Troubleshoots problems on defective units or wiring discrepancies.

• Replaces defective units, repairs wiring and modifies. Works from appropriate Textron Aviation schematics, blueprints and service bulletins.

• Responsible for final testing of avionics equipment and signing off customer discrepancy sheets.

• Ensures all transmitting and receiving equipment (includes pulse equipment) complies with all applicable FCC rules and regulations.

• Installs modifications on the aircraft, including wiring build-up and aircraft installations.

• As required, accompanies pilot in flight for diagnosis and observation, or to functional test repaired systems and/or align systems.

• Orders and obtains parts necessary to effect aircraft repairs.Assures that cores are returned in accordance with established procedure.

• Responsible for communicating safety expectations of the Service Center.

• Monitors the work environment to assure it is maintained in a safe and orderly condition.

• Identifies and corrects unsafe acts.

• Responsible for continually updating knowledge and staying current on latest avionics developments and equipment to maintain current status of all FCC and FAA repair station licenses.

• Works as a member of a team focused on meeting customer expectations requiring Mechanics and Avionic Technicians to assist each other as required.

• Must obtain a Textron-issued driver license and possess valid state-issued driver license. Both are required to operate Company-owned vehicles or vehicles under Textron control.

• Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:

Required:

• Equivalent to 4 years high school plus a level of training equal to 2 years college or technical school

• Over 3 years experience in aircraft avionics systems, troubleshooting, and repair

Preferred:

• Airframe and Power Plant Certification

• Minimum 1-2 years on Cessna, Hawker, or Beechcraft aircraft.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Generally good working conditions occasionally exposed to disagreeable weather conditions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Duties require a broad knowledge of electronics and ability to use all test equipment connected with this field

• Must have knowledge of the operation of avionics systems including communication, navigation, auto-pilot, flight detector, pulse equipment including DME, transponder, and weather radar.

• Must be able to obtain an Airport Security Badge through the local airport authority (if applicable)

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Take your career higher at Textron Aviation:

• Competitive starting salaries with growth potential

• Health benefits beginning day one

• Tuition assistance and continuing education programs

• Paid holidays

• Relocation assistance (terms and conditions apply)

• Flight training courses and bonuses (terms and conditions apply)

Come feel the pride!

This role is eligible for up to a $15,000 (pre-tax) sign-on bonus based on level of experience. Terms & conditions apply. The Company reserves the right to amend or suspend this program at any time.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of, race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company: Textron Aviation
Primary Location: US-Texas-Houston
Job Function: Flight Operations
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Standard
Shift: First Shift
Job Posting: 02/22/2024, 9:19:26 PM
Job Number: 321792