Western Plains Aviation is seeking highly skilled and motivated individuals to join our team. As a reputable aviation company based in Northern Colorado, we specialize in providing a range of services including aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul. We are currently hiring for the position of Avionics Technician.

At Western Plains Aviation, we pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety in the aviation industry. Our team members are passionate about aviation and dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our clients. We offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment that fosters professional growth and development.

If you have a strong background in aviation, possess relevant certifications, and are looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, Western Plains Aviation could be the perfect fit for you. Join our team and become part of a company that values excellence, integrity, and teamwork.

To apply, please submit your resume outlining your qualifications and experience.

Essential Job Functions:

• Repair and maintain communication, navigation, GPS, FMS, WX Radar and other avionics related systems.
• Perform troubleshooting of all systems installed on the aircraft.
• Remove existing avionics and install new avionics components and systems, including planning, engineering, installation, configuration and final testing.
• Perform all aircraft maintenance in accordance with applicable technical data and FAA regulations.
• Accurately document all work performed.
• Comply with all health and safety policies and procedures.
• Some occasional local travel may be required.

Required Experience:

• 3 years recent avionics experience.
• Garmin Avionics installation experance
• Wire repair knowledge
• Multimeter/Megohmmeter, Pitot/Static test equipment, Transponder test equipment.
• Reading schematics, and building wire harnesses in accordance with schematics.
• Building Coax cables.
• Soldering switches, pins, posts, etc.

Preferred Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent; an Associate's degree in avionics or a related field is preferred.
• Garmin installation and troubleshooting experience.
• Previously held Repairman’s certification, FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification.
• GA and Corporate aircraft experience
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Working conditions:

Western Plains Aviation performs maintenance primarily at its Greeley-Weld County Airport facility. Individuals considering employment with Western Plains Aviation must be willing to travel on occasion, work outside in inclement weather if needed, work overtime, and work on weekends if necessary.

Physical/Mental Requirements

• Push/pull aircraft using tow bar into resting position with hangar without assistance
• Climb on and under planes maintaining balance without fear of heights
• Quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects (manual dexterity)
• Keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position (arm hand steadiness)
• Quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or aircraft/vehicle to exact positions (control precision)
• Make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects (finger dexterity)
• Bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs (extension flexibility)
• Visually see details at close range
• Arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules
• Visualize how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged
• After taking something apart, be able to know exactly how to put it back together
• Remember the work that has been done or needs to be done on individual aircraft to effectively multi-task

Culture:

At Western Plains Aviation, our company culture reflects our commitment to excellence, safety, collaboration, innovation, integrity, and employee well-being. We believe that by nurturing these values, we can provide the best possible service to our clients and create a positive and rewarding work environment for our team members.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $65,000 - $85,000 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Schedule:

Mon-Thurs: 10 hour shifts. Days only, no nights

Ability to commute/relocate: Greeley, CO 80631

Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Note: This job description is not exhaustive and may be subject to change or modification at any time.