Job Description

Overview

The Avionics Technician is responsible for installing, inspecting, testing, adjusting, and repairing avionics equipment on CBP aircraft. This role requires a high degree of knowledge in aircraft electrical and avionics systems and involves troubleshooting complex issues using specialized equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot, repair, and modify avionics, electrical, and instrumentation systems installed on aircraft.
  • Solve complex problems by interpreting manufacturers' manuals or similar technical documents and/or drawings.
  • Use intricate test equipment such as multi-trace oscilloscopes, frequency counters, multi-meters, and other avionics test equipment to perform troubleshooting and operational checks.
  • Perform removal, repair, installation, inspection, and operational checks of system components.
  • Repair and/or replace components based on test results following blueprints, schematics, handbooks, and other technical documents.
  • Perform calibration, repair, and replacement of system components based on test results following blueprints, schematics, handbooks, and other technical documents.
  • Make entries in aircraft logs and records and provide guidance and technical expertise to less experienced technicians throughout all aircraft maintenance and/or modifications efforts.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a CBP Background Investigation Suitability clearance; US Citizenship is required.
  • Must have a valid motor vehicle driver's license.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Five years of aircraft avionics/electrical related experience required.
  • Possess a high degree of knowledge and expertise in aircraft electrical/avionics systems.
  • Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of applicable maintenance/technical manuals and publications, and special tools and test equipment.
  • Must be familiar with the operational capabilities and limitations of electrical/avionics systems.
  • Possess a thorough working knowledge of the detection, prevention, and treatment of corrosion.
  • Must be able to read, write, understand, and communicate in English and follow verbal and written instructions.
  • Must have basic computer data entry skills required for use of Custom Border Protection maintenance and logistics database.

Additional Information

  • Requires sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods of time.
  • Requires frequent climbing, bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, crouching, kneeling, lifting, carrying, balancing, and reaching above shoulder level, pushing or pulling weight up to 70 pounds.
  • Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity.
  • Must have close vision to include color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Requires hearing to normal range.
  • May require use of respirator.
  • Requires shift work and a diversity of working conditions that range from a standard shop/hangar type environment to inclement weather.
  • May be required to work in areas where noise hazards are prevalent.
  • Exposure to high intensity noise levels, extreme changes in temperature, materials identified on Material Safety Data Sheets, working on or around aircraft and machinery.
  • May be exposed to electrical shock hazard.
  • Work location is aircraft maintenance shops, hangars, and flight line.