Aircraft Electrician/Avionics Technician

Description Position Purpose This position performs electrical/avionics maintenance and manufacturing tasks to aircraft, aircraft parts and components in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Erickson requirements. Complies with all company policies and Standard Operating Procedures as a team player. Willing and able to work long hours and travel as required to meet company requirements. Provide support to internal and external customers to meet customer requirements.

Job Levelling

The three pay grades for this job description are

16 (Aircraft Electrician/Avionics Technician I), 228 (Aircraft Electrician/Avionics Technician II), and 229 (Aircraft Electrician/Avionics Technician III). These positions require different levels of experience, job knowledge and skills. The characteristics for each level are:

The Aircraft Electrician/Avionics Technician I (Level 1) is distinguished from the Aircraft Electrician/Avionics Technician II (Level 2) by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned within the series. Employees at this level may have only limited aircraft maintenance and manufacturing experience and receive regular instruction or assistance in the performance of their assigned duties. One to three years of aircraft maintenance or manufacturing experience is desirable and may include aviation related schooling or formal training.

The Aircraft Electrician/Avionics Technician II (Level 2) is distinguished from the Aircraft Electrician/Avionics Technician I (Level 1) by the performance of the full range of Duties and Responsibilities. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of company Procedures and SOP’s. Additionally, they may mentor Aircraft Electrician/Avionics Technician I (Level 1) and foster technical growth. Four to nine years of aircraft maintenance or manufacturing experience is required.

The Aircraft Electrician/Avionics Technician III (Level 3) is distinguished from the Aircraft Electrician/Avionics Technician II (Level 2) by the level of responsibility assumed and the complexity of duties assigned. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties including assuming project management responsibilities when assigned. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained and aware of all applicable Procedures and SOP’s. Additionally, they mentor mechanics and foster technical growth. The employee at this level must hold an Airframe and/or Powerplant license. Ten or more years of increasingly responsible aircraft maintenance or manufacturing experience is required.

Duties & Responsibilities Performs disassembly, cleaning, inspection, repair, fabrication, manufacturing, maintenance, and assembly of aircraft and aircraft electrical/avionic parts, components and wiring. Documents work per company, customer and regulatory requirements. Installs electrical/avionic parts and components to aircraft at the fixed base of operations (FBO) and in the field environment. Reads, interprets, and complies with Repair Station Quality Manual, Production Certificate Quality Manual, Standard Operation Procedures, Federal Aviation Regulations, Technical Manuals, Drawings, and Specifications. Works in a team environment and follows Erickson’s Values Charter. Troubleshoots and corrects electrical/avionic discrepancies during normal work and Aircraft On Ground (AOG) situations. Achieves and maintains task qualifications for all work performed. Travels as required to meet company and customer requirements. Performs administrative duties e.g. Time entry, DAX, Training classes, create, revise and use department documents, etc.) as required by Erickson company and department requirements. Orders, receives and returns parts in accordance with company policies. Maintains an organized work area and good housekeeping practices. Performs Lean, Standard work and continuous process improvements. Mentors, trains, and coaches new employees when qualified as a mentor or trainer. Performs duties of an Inspector if task qualified. Percentage of time required is different for different Inspectors based on the quantity of areas employee is task qualified to inspect and workload in department. Works with hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals and products to perform required tasks. Uses tools, equipment, manuals, drawings and specifications to perform aircraft electrical/avionic maintenance and manufacturing. Responsible for the care of precision measuring equipment, tools and test equipment and benches.

Minimum Qualifications Knowledge of FAA and aviation industry requirements and regulations to perform maintenance and manufacturing of aircraft and aircraft electrical/avionic parts and components. Knowledge of electrical/electronic theory and principles. Must be able to identify and distinguish colors. High School Diploma or equivalency, Valid Driver’s license Level 1: 1-3 years - In aircraft maintenance and manufacturing Level 2: 4-9 years - In aircraft maintenance and manufacturing Level 3: 10 plus years - In aircraft maintenance and manufacturing and have an Airframe and/or Power plant license. NOTE: Years of experience determines the base level, but employee must in addition have the knowledge and skills for that level or they will be raised or lowered a level to determine their actual pay grade level. Schooling/training is not to be included in years of experience. Desired - Airframe and/or Power plant license, FCC license. Must be able to communicate verbally in an accurate and professional way. Written documents must be clear and concise. Work 40 or more hours per week as directed (overtime, weekends, etc.) Ability to travel domestically and internationally as directed and drive company vehicles or rental vehicles as directed. Have the following qualities: Professionalism, strong work ethic, punctuality, honest, team player, work alone or with others, positive influence, detail orientated, problem solving skills.