NIAR Avionics Technician - 2nd Shift

Avionics Technician

Wichita, KS. This position is available at the National Industrial Air Repair (NIAR) facility adjacent to McConnell Air Force Base.

• 2nd Shift: Monday - Friday, 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM

• Access to Export Administration Regulations (EAR) or International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) controlled technologies required.
• Applicants must be eligible for employment under U.S. export‑control laws and meet the requirement of being a "U.S. Person".

Initiates, leads, and performs functional tests, troubleshooting, and/or repair of avionics and electrical systems. Prepares aircraft for flight test and airworthiness certification.

• Performs inspection, makes adjustments, repairs, replaces components, and corrects any malfunctions or deficiencies with or without power applied to the aircraft.
• Performs maintenance on aircraft in accordance with applicable technical data and regulations.
• Reinstalls aircraft components that obstruct performance of assigned tasks.
• Performs basic mechanical and electrical removals and installations.
• Documents work performed per regulations and coordinates with technical representatives, lab, and other personnel to resolve system or component problems.
• Fabricates parts and/or wire harnesses and installs per engineering specifications.
• Assists with engine removal and installation and in development of installations for engineering.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Four (4) years of experience troubleshooting and repairing aircraft electrical and avionics systems, or an equivalent combination of related technical school or training and experience.

• General Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Operators Radio Telephone License (preferred).

• Ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering drawings.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Basic knowledge of safety and operating procedures for power‑on aircraft.
• Ability to use and interpret a variety of precision measurement instruments.
• Ability to perform basic troubleshooting and repair of aircraft systems.
• Ability to recognize potential electrical hazards to prevent injury to self or others.
• Ability to achieve sufficient technical qualifications to acquire product verification certification.

• Ability to ascend and descend ladders and/or stairs.
• Ability to position self to place, construct, and/or maintain equipment and items in designated spaces, including work in confined and elevated spaces.
• Ability to inspect work, materials, equipment, and/or supplies, and identify errors or determines factors.
• Ability to interpret effectively, accurately, and impartially, both receptively and expressively.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position.
• Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.
• Ability to use tools, equipment, and technology necessary to perform the job, including dexterity in instrument manipulation.
• Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment, including phone, printers, copiers, and calculators.