FAM - Avionics Technician

About the role

Yulista Support Services LLC

Regular

Primary Function

The Avionics Technician performs a variety of simple to moderately complex tasks on electronic and electrical components to determine functioning level and capability and performs troubleshooting.

Essential Functions

• Performs maintenance and installation of research and development projects on airplanes and helicopters
• Assists in the preparation of schematic and wiring diagrams, determines material specifications, assembles components, tests, troubleshoots and repairs avionics/electronic components as necessary
• Components / assemblies primarily worked on include radio equipment, navigation equipment, autopilots, automatic stabilization equipment and aircraft instruments.
• Fabricate and assemble necessary wire bundles, mounting equipment and assist with the design of unusual configuration necessary to adapt projects to aircraft systems
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on helicopters and airplanes
• Complete inspections, troubleshoot, accomplish work order modifications, complete operational checks and order repair parts through the Army Supply System
• Make forms and record maintenance entries into the aircraft records
• Operate motor vehicles in accomplishment of assigned work and assist with on the job training of other technicians
• May be required to participate in aerial flights
• The Avionics Technician may be required to perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities. This position has the responsibility and authority to carry out assigned tasks.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Beginner to intermediate computer skills specifically using Microsoft Office Suite; ability to learn additional computer skills or software programs. Working knowledge of advanced software applications is preferred
• Ability to enter data accurately into databases.
• Ability to understand and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Interpersonal skills are necessary to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff. Will also routinely interact with other crew members
• Ability to use general office equipment such as fax, phone, copier, scanner, printers, etc.
• Ability to follow a process
• Strong professional customer service skills, including active listening, prompt service and follow-up.
• Strong decision analysis and problem solving skills; ability to draw conclusions and justify decisions. Must be able to communicate issues to management.
• Ability to learn and understand corporate policies and procedures and how they relate to goals.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations
• High degree of self-motivation and the ability to work independently
• Ability to multi-task
• Climbs on top of and down from aircraft using aircraft hand/foot holds, capable of lifting up to 25 lbs. overhead, on feet all day, walk up to 2 miles per day.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / Equivalent
• Must have a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) radio telephone license with a radar endorsement
• Must possess basic electronics / avionics tools and have a shadowed toolbox for tool control
• Must have four (4) years of experience in aircraft electronics installation, troubleshooting and repair
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Government Security Clearance

Preference Statement

Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).