Avionics Technician

• Performs aircraft maintenance to include inspection, operational test, repair, and modification of aircraft electrical/avionics systems
• Must have 6 years’ experience on CH/MH-53E or equivalent rotary wing aircraft
• Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of applicable maintenance/technical manuals and publications, and special tools and test equipment
• Must be familiar with operational capabilities and limitations of electrical/avionics systems
• Possess a thorough working knowledge of the detection, prevention and treatment of corrosion
• Performs the troubleshooting and rewiring of complex avionics/electrical systems and subsystems discrepancies and modifications
• Provides technical assistance, guidance and instruction as required
• When assigned to the flight line, provide customer support during launch and recovery and aircraft security as required.
• Completes maintenance documentation accurately using OOMA, and required forms, as required by job assignment.
• Must show proficiency in the use of OOMA within 90 days after assignment
• High school diploma or equivalent--General Educational Development (GED) certificate
• Aviation Electricians Mate Strand Class
• CH-53E Communications/Electrical System Organizational Maintenance

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be physically able to perform the duties and responsibilities of the classification.
• Must be able to work with required materials without debilitating irritation to skin, eyes or respiratory system while wearing the required personal protective equipment.
• Must be able to pick up a minimum of 50 lbs individually from the ground, vehicle or aircraft. 

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must have and maintain a valid state driver’s license when required by job assignment.
2. Must obtain and maintain the level of Industrial Security Clearance required by the Government.
3. Must be able to obtain and maintain required clearance for Common Access Card (CAC).
4. As a government contractor, Vertex Aerospace requires all employees to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment in accordance with Executive Order 14042. Exceptions to this policy are granted on a case-by-case basis for those that request a religious or medical accommodation. A vaccination status form and proof of vaccination, if applicable, is required.