Aviation Electrical Technician

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StandardAero

Aviation Electrical Technician

Augusta, GA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    JOB DESCRIPTION

    At StandardAero , we’re dedicated to solving the aviation industry's most complex challenges with ingenuity and expertise. Our Augusta, GA MRO facility is not just a place to work; it’s a hub of innovation and growth. We support an extensive range of aircraft models, including renowned brands such as Falcon, Hawker, Challenger, Learjet, Gulfstream, and Embraer. With a significant $33 million expansion underway, we’re doubling our footprint in the coming year. Our facility specializes in Business Aviation, focusing on 22 models of aircraft on the Airframe side while our Engine Shop performs comprehensive overhauls on Honeywell HTF7000 and TFE731 engines, APUs, and performs diagnostics in our state-of-the-art Test Cells

    This Aircraft Electrical Technician will install, checks, repair, overhaul, and rewire complete electrical systems and components on a variety of corporate aircraft. This individual will perform O-level troubleshooting and maintenance on aircraft flight controls, landing gear, lighting systems, and generators. This skilled electrician will work together with specialized teams of A&P Mechanics, Avionics Technicians and Crew Chiefs within our growing Augusta, GA facility.

    What You Will Do:

    • Performs functional and operational checkouts of electrical instruments and flight systems upon aircraft arrival and prior to aircraft departure.
    • Troubleshoot landing gear switches that indicate gear position, as well as various exterior lighting issues such as navigation, taxi lights, strobes, and landing lights
    • Pinpoint and resolve electrical problems relating to engine/APU starting or the generation of electrical power from an engine/APU
    • Performs functional and operational “checkouts” of electrical instruments and flight systems upon aircraft arrival and prior to departure.
    • Maintains battery shop equipment and ensures that aircraft batteries are properly charged in a timely manner.
    • Updates technical manuals to include the latest wiring manual revisions.
    • Assists in installing various avionics systems on corporate aircraft.

    Basic Qualifications:

    • Minimum 3 years of experience as an Aircraft Technician.
    • Previous professional experience inspecting, troubleshooting and repairing aircraft electronic systems.
    • Must be able to read blueprints and wiring diagrams.
    • Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
    • High school diploma or equivalent.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Valid FAA Airframe Certification (A&P highly desired)
    • Minimum 3 years of O-level electrical troubleshooting experience
    • Previous experience with General Aviation, Airlines, or Military fixed-wing aircraft.
    • Experienced troubleshooting flight controls, landing gear, fuel indicators, lighting and generators.

    Benefits that make life better:

    • Comprehensive Healthcare
    • 401(k) with a 5% company match, immediately vested.
    • Paid Time Off starting on day one!
    • Quarterly Bonus opportunities
    • Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
    • Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
    • Life & AD&D Insurance
    • Career development and education opportunities with OEM suppliers, FlightSafety, and CAE

    ABOUT US

    Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911

    With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning-based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers’ missions worldwide. With on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.

    Inclusivity Is Our Standard

    It is StandardAero’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.

  • Industry
    Airlines/Aviation
  • About Us

    The world's Leading Independent MROs: StandardAero founded in 1999 is a leading provider of maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services including engine R&O, airframe R&O, engine component repair, engineering services, interior completions and paint application