HSGI, Inc. has an immediate need for an Avionics Technician in Addison, TX

• Part 145 Experience is required
• A&P License is preferred, but not required
• Must have own Tools
• Pay BOE - per diem split if applicable
• First Shift: 6am -2:30pm

ABOUT US:

HSGI, Inc. is a full service staffing company supplying qualified technical and professional employees to the most reputable companies in the Aerospace/Aircraft industry—across the United States and abroad.

Required Education and Experience:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 5 years+ hands-on corporate, commercial, or military aircraft avionics / electrical required, in a Part 145 Repair Station a strong plus.
• 2 years+ leading maintenance a plus.
• Current FAA A&P license in good standing a strong plus; not required.
• Experience in avionics troubleshooting required on both airframe-level, and component-level projects to determine scope of work required, materials and tooling required, and with skill to accomplish proper repair.
• Experience navigating and applying technical publications.
• Background in airframe-level avionics reassembly and restoration a strong plus.
• Background in Garmin Avionics suite (G5000 or similar) a strong plus.
• Strong understanding of Federal Aviation Regulations, Airworthiness Directives, Service Bulletins, and other military or FAA approved or acceptable data and its usage.
• Experience navigating through military and/or FAA approved/accepted data to ensure all tasks are being performed correctly according to the data mentioned and/or FAA regulations. 

Primary Duties:

• Airframe and component-level repair and restoration efforts, both short-term AOG and long-term project builds. Performing the duties of an avionics technician.
• Example duties include avionics programing, database uploads, IFE configuration loads, on-wing T/S, building test harnesses, wire harness fabrication, sys ops checks.
• Liaison with Engineering to develop technical data, when required.
• Communicate manpower, material, and tooling needs to complete all maintenance in the quoted timeframe or timeframe mentioned within the contract/ SOW.
• Ensure all maintenance is being performed IAW the data listed in the task.
• Must adhere to all safety standards established by the Company and regulatory agencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the job classification and nature of the business. 

Abilities Requirements:

• Ability to work in a non-climate controlled environment
• Ability to communicate in a professional manner with both internal and external contacts
• Flexibility to work changing shifts including on-call/AOG coverage to include nights and weekends; on as needed or short notice basis, required.

• Must have a passion for the aerospace industry
• Must adhere to all safety standards established by the company and regulatory agencies
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English
• Ability to stand for long periods
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
• Must have a valid drivers license
• Ability to obtain forklift certification
• Ability to use a gram scale accurately
• Must be self motivated
• Must be able to prioritize tasks independently

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:
• The use of hands, fingers, handle and feel; reach, push, or pull with hands and arms while remaining in place
• Must be able to read, speak, and hear instructions and understand in English
• Occasionally required to: stand, squat or kneel for extended periods of time up to a full shift
• Walk, bend, stretch, twist, stoop, or reach out and maintain balance; or stay upright in an unstable position
• Use stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods of time without getting tired
• May have to climb or stand on a ladder or climb a ladder to enter and exit an aircraft
• Be physically active for long periods of time without getting tired or out of breath