RPA Mx Avionics Technician Lead​/Creech AFB

Employee will be assigned to Creech AFB, NV and may be required to support TDY deployments to various CONUS/OCONUS locations as required. Oversees and coordinates the work effort of assigned subordinate maintenance personnel in support of the unit’s daily RPA maintenance operations. Inspects and performs organizational and intermediate level electronic maintenance and modifications on RPA systems and support equipment as required.

Applies comprehensive technical knowledge to solve complex problems by interpreting manufacturers’ manuals or similar documents. Uses common test instruments such as digital multi-meters, signal generators, oscilloscopes and similar equipment to effect repairs.

Maintains, repairs, and installs various types of electronic equipment and related devices such as electronic transmitting and receiving equipment, micro and mainframe computers, and industrial measuring, controlling and calibration devices. Performs basic configuration, monitoring, troubleshooting, analysis and repair of databases, switches, networks, video systems, and long-haul communications as required.

USAF equivalent position is Avionics Technician Superintendent. Position reports to the Supervisor.

• Applies advanced technical knowledge to solve unusually complex problems that typically cannot be solved solely by referencing manufacturers’ manuals or similar documents, including determining the location and density of circuitry, evaluating electromagnetic radiation, isolating malfunctions, and incorporating engineering changes.
• Requires a detailed understanding of the interrelationships of circuits.
• Exercises independent judgment in performing such tasks as making circuit analyses, calculation of wave forms, and tracing relationships in signal flow.
• Uses common and complex test instruments such as digital multi-meters, signal generators, semiconductor testers, curve tracers, oscilloscopes, high frequency pulse generators, frequency synthesizers, distortion analyzers, and complex computer control equipment.
• Generally works without direct supervision.
• Provides technical guidance to lower level technicians.
• Maintains, repairs, and installs various types of electronic equipment and related devices such as electronic transmitting and receiving equipment (e.g., radar, radio, telecommunication, sonar, and navigational aids); micro and mainframe computers and terminals; and industrial measuring, controlling equipment, and industrial calibration devices.
• Applies technical knowledge of electronics principles in determining malfunctions, and applies skill in restoring equipment operations.
• Shall perform the duties of general housekeeping of both the interior and exterior work areas and grounds maintenance of all assigned facilities not covered by host base contracts.
• Performs all other duties as assigned or requested.

• Must have Associate’s degree, or have completed relevant military and/or vocational technical school curriculum.
• Minimum of eight-plus years actual and recent aircraft avionics maintenance experience required.
• Must have working knowledge of basic and complex electronics maintenance and repair.
• Must possess thorough knowledge of technical publications related to aircraft and missile electronics maintenance.
• Must know theory and principles of operation of engines, accessories and components, theory of flight and electronic flight controls, and a thorough knowledge of electrical and electronic principles.
• Must be capable of using and reading blueprints, wiring diagrams, and data tables.
• Must be able to inspect, repair, and operate ground support and auxiliary equipment.
• Must possess basic skills and knowledge in the operation of networks; both hardware and software, to include network topology, standards, and protocols.
• Must possess a basic understanding of TELNET and FTP processes, as well as the Microsoft Office Professional suite of software (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Upon hiring, the company may provide a training class on RPA maintenance conducted in Las Vegas, NV or similar location.
• Students must achieve a passing grade in all required courses for…