Avionics Technician - Part 145 Repair Station - DTN

Metro Aviation, Inc. •

Shreveport, Louisiana, United States

Position Type: Permanent

Job Description:
Metro Aviation is seeking an Avionics Technician for our Part 145 Repair Station located in Shreveport, Louisiana at the Metro Aviation Headquarters.
Our mission is to provide the safest and highest quality traditional aircraft operations, completions, and maintenance so that we will:

Allow our customers to safely and effectively accomplish their mission profile,
Allow our employees to exercise their talents and maximize their potential, and
Ensure the financial stability of the corporation.

Our goal is to find qualified candidates who value our mission and contribute to our overall safety culture.

Job Objective: To install, troubleshoot, and repair electrical wiring and avionics equipment on aircraft.

Essential Functions

Fabricate and/or install basic avionics and electrical systems
Assist with complex system installations and tasks
Disassemble and reassemble aircraft interior as needed to facilitate avionics installs/repairs
Light, sheet metal fabrications as directed to facilitate avionics installation or repairs
Assist with wiring harness wire board set up and layout
Complete wiring harness fabrication and installation
Complete coax installations
Complete or assist with electrical harness continuity and power checks
Complete or assist with ground operational tests and inspections

Qualifications

Knowledge of AC43.13 standard aircraft wiring practices
Ability to read and interpret aircraft wiring diagrams
Understanding of basic electrical components & systems
Proficient with soldering and terminal/pin crimping techniques
Good troubleshooting skills with both digital & analog systems
Knowledge of autopilot systems
Familiarization with basic Avionics test equipment

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent
1-5+ years of experience with corporate or general aviation aircraft required
Sheet metal experience preferred but not required
Helicopter experience preferred but not required

Physical Demands

Walking, standing, pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, kneeling, squatting for extended periods of time
Climbing heights on various equipment
Lifting up to 50 or more pounds
Must have sufficient vision and ability to safely perform the essential functions of the position
Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (High Visibility clothing, Ear protection, safety glasses) when required

Work Environment Characteristics

Indoor/Outdoor shop environment with potential extreme hot and cold temperatures
Exposure to hazardous chemicals is possible
Moderate to a loud noise level
Heavy machinery used

Expected hours and schedule

Full-time, 40 hours per week
Monday-Thursday 7:00am-4:30pm, Friday 7:00am-12:00pm
Overtime necessary depending on workload

Metro Aviation is committed to employees, customers, and community to promote diversity and inclusion by developing policies, programs, and procedures that foster a work environment where differences are respected, and employees are treated fairly.
Metro Aviation prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind and ensures equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all aspects of the relationship between Metro Aviation and its employees, including recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, training, working conditions, wages and salary administration, employee benefits, and application of policies.

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