Avionics Technician 

LAUNCH Technical Workforce Solutions is seeking an Avionics Technician with commercial C&D check experience on CRJ 700/900 aircraft for an opportunity in Millington, TN.

Job Description:

Avionics Technician

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform work assignments as determined by the shop management.
- Ensures that all work is performed in accordance with approved technical data, to customer supplications and regulatory requirements.
- Uses appropriate inspection techniques, and calibrated equipment for the unit/part being accomplished.
- Utilizes the proper test equipment or suitable alternative and perform preventative maintenance as needed.
- Records information and accomplishes the work assignment in compliance with the Inspection Procedures Manual and - Quality Policies and Procedures.
- Assist Department Manager and Engineers with new capability development of repairs received
- Maintain open two-way communication with Manager and team mates appropriately sharing both good and bad news
- Provide timely quotes of units maintaining gate 1 three days and gate 3 three days
- Maintain personal and shop calibrated tools is satisfactory operational condition.
- Comply with all safety directive and maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Ability to work in a shop environment with the ability to lift 50 lbs.
- Ability to read and interpret schematics and drawings.

Relationships:
- Reports to Department Manager
- Daily interaction with Quality Inspectors, Engineers and buyers.
- Daily interaction with internal departments
Travel Requirements

Education and Experience:
- High school diploma GED
- FCC certification
- 2-10 years of combined bench or line experience working on Avionics components. Performing teardown, inspection, parts requisition, assembly, testing, troubleshooting, repair and overhaul of aircraft Avionics components. ADF, Radio altimeter, VHF, HF, VOR/ILS, Radar, DME, Transponders, Steering computers, Instrument amplifiers, Radar indicators, Digital air data computers, Baro rate computers, Gables panels, Power transformers and Antennas. Extensive knowledge of Avionics components is required for this position.
- A&P License. (Preferred)
- FCC certification (Preferred)
- Associate degree in Electronics
- 2 Years aviation Avionics experience
- Associate degree
- Previous work experience may be considered.
- Knowledge of and the ability to operate various test equipment. Scopes, analyzers and flukes.
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills

Skills and Abilities:
- Must be multi-task/project oriented with the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced industry meeting established timelines.
- Excellent verbal, writing, listening and interpersonal skills to interact with all functional levels of internal contacts.
- Detail orientated and organized.
- Computer literate. and proficient with Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word and Excel)
- Willing to work additional hours when operational objectives require it.
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills with ability to exercise informed risk taking in order to make judgment calls
- Ability to prioritize and to work without close supervision.

Physical Requirements
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to bend, squat, sit, stand, walk, and handle objects. The employee is occasionally required to push/pull, stack, reach above shoulder level or carry light-weight materials.

Safety Hazards of the job
- Exposure to hazardous chemicals, abrasive blast residue, paint fumes, high pitch sound may occur.
- Personal Protective Equipment required in specified areas.

Qualifications and requirements:

• 2+ years of commercial experience required. 
• CRJ 700/900 highly preferred
• Must have the minimum tools as required.
• Must be willing to perform other functions and duties as assigned by managers and supervisors.
• Must be willing to work any shift.
• Must be willing to work overtime (as requested).
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the job site.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Why Choose LAUNCH?

A team of aviation staffing experts leads LAUNCH. We understand the challenges of finding the top aviation jobs and we focus on linking you with the best openings in the most sought-after locations.

LAUNCH offers you an ACA compliant benefit package including company-sponsored medical insurance with multiple plans to choose from. Our Minimum Essential Coverage is offered to every employee who does not have coverage elsewhere at no cost to you! LAUNCH also offers a 401(k) program.

Plus, you join the LAUNCH Loyalty Club on your first day, earning you extra cash bonuses, apparel and safety rewards.

If you’re ready to LAUNCH your career, you've found an employer that can take you to new heights.