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Textron Final Avionics Technician A - Government Business in Wichita, Kansas
Final Avionics Technician A - Government Business
Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.
Description
Job Summary:
To functional test and repair electrical, electronic, and communication systems during final assembly of production aircraft.
Job Responsibilities:
- Works from airplane orders, schematic drawings, engineering specifications, inspection records, standard shop practices, oral and written instructions to functional test a variety of standard and optional electrical and electronic systems under minimum supervision.
o May remove or install components and wiring for systems such as radios, altimeters,
transponders, autopilots, automatic direction finders and weather radar.
o Load system software and databases and configuring as required.
Functional test systems using a variety of standard test equipment such as resistance and capacitance units, field strength meters, volt-ohmmeters, ammeter, oscilloscope.
Uses variety of hand tools to adjust or restore systems to proper operation according to accepted shop procedures, engineering and inspection requirements.
May guide or assist 3-5 employees with troubleshooting to resolution mechanical and electrical systems.
Responsible for quality of own work.
Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications
Education:
Must have a high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or a bronze level WorkKeys certification. Must have knowledge of electrical and electronic principles use of test equipment, and ability to interpret schematic drawings, blueprints, and specifications. At least one year formal training in fundamental electricity and electronics preferred. Required to have knowledge of systems and shop application of test equipment. Must complete Textron Aviation requirements for driving company vehicles.
Experience:
3-5 years diversified aircraft experience including wire bundle routing and installation. Demonstrate the ability to read and understand schematic drawings, basic electrical fundamentals, and the use of multimeters.
Working Conditions:
Somewhat disagreeable working conditions due to levels from adjacent shop areas.
Take your career higher at Textron Aviation:
Competitive starting salaries with growth potential
Health benefits beginning day one
Tuition assistance and continuing education programs
Paid holidays
Relocation assistance (terms and conditions apply)
Flight training courses and bonuses (terms and conditions apply)
Come feel the pride.
Textron Aviation Inc. must comply with U.S. export control laws. If a position requires access to information controlled under U.S. regulations applicant must be eligible to meet any requirements to access controlled information.
This role is eligible for a $4,000 (pre-tax) sign-on bonus. Terms & conditions apply. The Company reserves the right to amend or suspend this program at any time.
Kansas Tax Credit:
Join Textron Aviation’s Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Visit https://www.aircapitaloftheworld.com/taxcredits for more information on the tax credit.
EEO Statement
Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of, race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Recruiting Company: Textron Aviation
Primary Location: US-Kansas-Wichita
Job Function: Manufacturing
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Standard
Shift: First Shift
Job Posting: 01/25/2024, 6:54:28 PM
Job Number: 321061