Aircraft Avionics Systems Technician

The Aircraft Avionics Systems Technician analyzes malfunctions, inspects, removes, maintains, and installs integrated avionics systems. Performs and supervises avionics maintenance and general aircraft servicing and handling.
** ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
*** Analyzes equipment operating characteristics to isolate malfunctions in avionics systems, integrated test systems built-in-test (BIT), multiplexed data bus systems, recording systems, video display systems, mission computer systems, electronic warfare (EW) systems, and sensors.
* Removes, installs, checks, and repairs avionics systems and line replaceable units (LRU).
* Diagnoses malfunctions using technical orders, schematics, wiring diagrams, integrated test systems and other test equipment.
* Conducts operational checks and repairs / replaces damaged components and systems.
* Removes, replaces, and repairs faulty system wiring, electrical connectors, antennas, transmission lines, and multiconductor cables.
* Modifies avionics systems according to technical publications.
* Inspects, troubleshoots, and maintains aircraft E & E systems, subsystems, components, and associated test equipment.
* Assists in T-38 aircraft jacking, lifting, mooring, and towing operations.
* Updates operational logs, inspection records, aircraft forms, and automated maintenance systems.
* Performs and supervises alignment, calibration, and boresight of avionics systems.
* Uploads ground maintenance and operational software.
* Performs off-equipment maintenance on selected avionics LRUs and maintains peculiar support equipment (SE).
* Inspects and verifies operational status and configuration of avionics systems and software.
* Interprets inspection findings and determines adequacy of corrective actions.
* Inspects and checks components for clearances, tolerances, proper installation, and operation.
* Reviews maintenance forms, aircraft records, automated maintenance data systems, and historical reports to ensure complete documentation.
* Recommends methods to improve equipment performance and maintenance procedures.
* Uses automated maintenance systems. Inputs, validates, and analyzes data processed to automated systems.
* Inspects, clears, and closes out completed maintenance discrepancies in automated maintenance systems.
* Document maintenance as per Quality Assurance (QA) and established regulatory requirements.
* Stores, handles, and disposes of hazardous waste and materials according to environmental standards and company processes.
* Inventories and maintains alternate mission equipment. Inventories and maintains aircraft equipment.
* Use automated maintenance systems to monitor maintenance trends, analyze equipment requirements, maintain equipment records, document maintenance actions, and time change database.
* Perform regular Foreign Object Damage (FOD) walks.
* Maintain strict tool control procedures. Report missing, lost, found, or unattended tools to the supervisor. Inventory and inspect tools on a regular basis and replace worn or broken tools.
* Comply with safety rules and regulations while performing day to day maintenance. Promptly report all accidents, injuries, safety violations, and/or unsafe practices or procedures to supervisor.
* Maintain equipment records. Enter in the maintenance records description of the work performed and verify the work was performed satisfactorily.
* The Aircraft Avionics Systems Technician will be required to perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
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* SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

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** KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
*** Highly skilled in electrical, electronic, and mechanical principles relating to Avionics systems.
* Ability to read and interpret documents such as engineering drawings, symbols used in wiring diagrams, blueprints, and schematics, technical documentation, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
* Strong decision analysis and problem-solving skills. Ability to draw conclusions and justify decisions. Must be able to communicate issues to management.
* Highly knowledgeable in interpreting and applying mechanical, wiring, and electronic circuit diagrams; electronic,…