Title: Aircraft Avionics Tech II
Location: United States-Oklahoma-Oklahoma City-Oklahoma City - Aircraft Services
Job Number: 16428
The Avionics Technician II is an entry-level position ideal for mechanics with less than five years of aircraft experience. Our Step-Level Progression training program can help you acquire your FAA airframe license.
WORK LOCATION: Onsite at AAR (at Will Rogers World Airport in Oklahoma City, OK.)
SCHEDULE (Full-Time/non-exempt and variable, 40 – 50-hour workweek)
Supervisor determines shift/days required, but we can discuss in interview process. Typically, more flexible candidates will be preferred.
+ 1st Shift: 7:30am to 4:00pm or 5:30am to 4:00pm
+ 2nd Shift: 3:30pm to 12:00am or 3:30pm to 2:00am
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
+ Perform basic aircraft maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting tasks under supervision
+ Ensure aircraft are safely maintained in accordance with the Airworthiness Standards
+ Use FAA approved/accepted data (i.e., IPC, M/M, OHM, SRM) proficiently
+ Maintain records in compliance with FAA and company requirements
+ Perform avionics repairs as assigned while meeting deadlines and quality standards
+ Read and follow technical publications, schematics, and/or mechanical drawings
+ Use a PC, iPad and basic computer applications and programs
+ Additional job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management
+ Adherence to work schedule, punctuality, and self-motivation
CORE COMPETENCIES
+ Business Acumen: Utilizing financial data to diagnose business strengths and weaknesses and identify the implications for potential strategies
+ Managing Relationships: Meeting the personal needs of individuals to build trust, encourage two-way communications, and strengthen relationships.
+ Valuing Differences: Working effectively with individuals of diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, abilities, motivations or backgrounds
+ Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment (e.g., people, processes, structure, or culture).
+ Continuous Learning: Actively identifying new areas for learning; regularly creating and taking advantage of learning opportunities; taking full advantage of opportunities to receive and explore feedback about own performance (from assessments, managers, coworkers, internal/external partners, or customers).
+ Safety Focus: Identifying and improving conditions that affect our own and others' safety; upholding safety standards.
+ Quality Orientation: Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how detailed.
Qualifications:
PRIMARY REQUIREMENTS
+ 2 years avionics experience required
+ Must be at least 18 years of age
+ High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
+ Some general maintenance experience (including relevant experience outside of aviation)
+ Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude and attention to detail are crucial
+ Able to skillfully use the minimum tools required
+ Fluent in English (speech, reading, writing)
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
+ FAA Airframe and/or Powerplant license (A&P)
+ Valid Driver’s License
+ Knowledge of FAA regulations including 14 CFR
BENEFITS
+ Competitive Compensation (Paid Bi-weekly)
+ Two Plans with Blue Cross Blue Shield’s, one of which qualifies for a monthly Health Savings Account contribution from AAR.
+ Dental and Vision plans
+ Basic Life Insurance, AD&D – Company Paid
+ Supplemental Life/AD&D
+ Short-Term Disability – Company Paid
+ Long-Term Disability
+ Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
+ 401(k) Plan (AAR matches 50% of your first 6% contributed)
+ Paid Time Off, Holidays, and Floating Holiday
+ Tuition Reimbursement (up to $10K annually)
+ Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
+ Company stock purchase plan
+ Free 24/7 on-site gym
TRAINING
+ In-Person, Computer Based Training, and On-the-Job training
+ Step Level Pay Progression Program
+ Paid A&P Fast-Track program (once qualified)
+ DOL Apprenticeship Program (veterans can get approved for VA Benefits)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
+ Constantly: Lifting 10 lbs., standing, walking, wrist flexion and extension, environmental weather conditions.
+ Frequently: Lifting ≤40 lbs., push/pull <20 lbs., climbing stairs, balancing, stooping, squatting, crawling, kneeling for extended periods, working in confined spaces. Working above chest-level, overhead, and away from body for extended periods. Bending, twisting of torso, twisting and/or pressure with wrist/hands, fine finger usage, moderate vibrations up to 2 hrs. to high vibrations up to 30 mins. Vision with/without correction; near <20”, far >20’, and basic depth perception (shapes). Working at elevated heights ≥4’, working on ladders, scaffolding, uneven surfaces, and energized parts.
+ Occasionally: Lifting and/or carry ≤50 lbs., sitting, basic color vision, operation of motorized or electrical equipment, push/pull <50 lbs., work in wet conditions.
AAR is the place of choice to build an inspiring career.
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We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.