Job Summary:
To install, adjust, functional test, troubleshoot and repair avionics systems on board the aircraft at a
Textron Aviation Service Center. May be required to assist lower grade technicians.
Job Responsibilities:
• Performs the functional testing required to isolate a customer complaint in a particular avionics
system and repairing that aircraft system in accordance with FAA procedures.
o Based on in-flight analysis and/or evaluation of information received from the customer,
diagnoses problems and takes corrective action.
o Troubleshoots problems on defective units or wiring discrepancies.
o Replaces defective units, repairs wiring and modifies. Works from Textron Aviation schematics, blueprints and service bulletins.
o Responsible for final testing of avionics equipment and signing off customer discrepancy sheets.
o Ensures all transmitting and receiving equipment (includes pulse equipment) complies with all applicable FCC rules and regulations.
o Installs modifications on the aircraft, including wiring build-up and aircraft installations.
• As required, accompanies pilot in flight to functional test repaired systems and/or align systems.
• May be required to train lower grade technicians.
• Responsible for continually updating knowledge and staying current on latest avionics
developments and equipment to maintain current status of all FCC and FAA repair station
licenses.
• Performs related duties as required.
Job Summary:
To install, adjust, functional test, troubleshoot and repair avionics systems on board the aircraft at a
Textron Aviation Service Center. May be required to assist lower grade technicians.
Job Responsibilities:
• Performs the functional testing required to isolate a customer complaint in a particular avionics
system and repairing that aircraft system in accordance with FAA procedures.
o Based on in-flight analysis and/or evaluation of information received from the customer,
diagnoses problems and takes corrective action.
o Troubleshoots problems on defective units or wiring discrepancies.
o Replaces defective units, repairs wiring and modifies. Works from Textron Aviation schematics, blueprints and service bulletins.
o Responsible for final testing of avionics equipment and signing off customer discrepancy sheets.
o Ensures all transmitting and receiving equipment (includes pulse equipment) complies with all applicable FCC rules and regulations.
o Installs modifications on the aircraft, including wiring build-up and aircraft installations.
• As required, accompanies pilot in flight to functional test repaired systems and/or align systems.
• May be required to train lower grade technicians.
• Responsible for continually updating knowledge and staying current on latest avionics
developments and equipment to maintain current status of all FCC and FAA repair station
licenses.
• Performs related duties as required.
Education:
Requires a high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or a bronze level WorkKeys certification. Duties
require a broad knowledge of electronics and ability to use all test equipment connected with this field.
Must have knowledge of the operation of avionics systems including communication, navigation, auto-pilot, flight director and pulse equipment including DME, transponder and weather radar. Two years
college or technical school preferred.
Experience:
Requires a minimum 5 years of experience in aircraft avionics systems, troubleshooting and repair. Must
successfully complete Avionics Tech A-AP-573 checklist prior to qualifying or hiring for Grade A.
Working Conditions:
Generally good working conditions, occasionally exposed to disagreeable weather conditions.