Avionics Supervisor/Lead - Wichita, KS
As a Lead your focus will be centered on leading a team of technicians to produce timely results that are of the highest quality and accuracy. This position requires a strong knowledge of aircraft electrical, electronic, and instrument systems and the ability to troubleshoot and repair those systems. The job includes varying amounts of parts replacement or repair, electrical troubleshooting, inspection of aircraft or systems, and general mechanic application. Supervision of the team and direction of project flow will be a primary function. Overall coordination of workflow for the project will also be a primary function. Work order processing, logbook, entries, required FAA forms, and pricing to the customers are routine duties. Job duties may vary each day and will encompass projects as designated by the Avionics Repair Manager. Will be required to work independently and lead multiple projects. Will have direct customer contact.
- Communicate as required to receive and understand work assignments.
- Perform tasks completely, accurately, and in a timely manner.
- Ensure that work accomplished meets FAA requirements and customer specifications.
- Ensure compliance with internal and FAA inspection and documentation requirements.
- Properly complete equipment & parts change sheets, work order signoffs, and other paperwork in a timely manner.
- Properly identify (tag) and store customer property and equipment.
- Installs and functionally tests electrical/avionics components and systems on aircraft per engineering specifications and drawings to ensure a defect-free system.
- Submits work for inspection & approval.
- Analyzes and repairs aircraft avionics systems such as Nav/Com, Transponder, DME, and Autopilot to the sub-assembly level utilizing aircraft & avionic manufacturer’s prints, maintenance manuals, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
- Repairs or replaces defective components and wiring and performs necessary work to ensure installations meet conformity.
- Troubleshoots and repairs systems using acceptable practices including splicing, soldering, and wire termination.
- Sets up and operates necessary test equipment.
- Conducts functional and operational tests to evaluate performance and reliability.
- Performs minor maintenance and cleaning/adjustments of electronic/electrical components and associated equipment on the bench.
- Assists other Line and Install Technicians in the aircraft as required.
- Use the Corridor system to enter daily labor against the correct Work Order and item numbers.
- Reviews work, including forms and records, to ensure compliance with the Inspection Procedures Manual, Operating Procedures, and FAA regulations
Job Requirements
- High School Diploma, or equivalent required.
- 2- Year Electronics Technology degree
- 7 years prior work history dealing with aircraft avionics and test equipment
- 4 Years’ Experience working with Garmin G1000
- Experience with the following test equipment: Pitot/static tester, Nav 401L, AT 600, Oscilloscope
- Previous FBO/general aviation experience required.
- Must meet the requirements of the Airport Authority to receive a badge and have no ramp restrictions