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Avionics Technician

Matchtech
West Midlands
5 months ago
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Job summary

Our client, a leading provider in the aerospace industry, is seeking a number of experienced Avionics Technicians in Birmingham on a permanent basis.

Key skills required for this role

To be able to carry out modifications / maintenance in line with drawings / maintenance data

Important

Precise wiring terminations and testing/Removal and installation of various shelves, panels and equipment.

Job description

Job Opportunity: Avionics Technician


We are currently seeking a skilled and dedicatedAvionics Technicianto join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic and technical environment, supporting essential aircraft modifications and maintenance activities.


Key Duties & Responsibilities


Carry out modifications and maintenance in accordance with approved drawings and maintenance data, taking full accountability for the technical integrity of all work performed.




All tasks will be assigned by the Lead Technician or B2 Engineer.




You will be expected to provide regular updates on any issues affecting the work plan, including proposed solutions or recommendations where applicable.




Any unsafe conditions must be promptly reported to the Lead Technician or B2 Engineer, as well as through the appropriate internal reporting channels.




Precise wiring terminations and testing.




Removal and installation of various shelves, panels and equipment.




Interpret technical manuals, schematics, and regulatory requirements.




Loom Manufacture and testing.




Support avionics system testing, validation, and troubleshooting.




Maintain the highest standards of tool control within the work area.




Maintain a safe and clean working environment.


Skills and Abilities


Completed an engineering apprenticeship - ideally in Aeronautical engineering or military equivalent




Previous aircraft modification experience




Previous aircraft production experience is advantageous




Excellent hand skills




Attention to detail




Eligible to work and live in the UK




Subject to UK security Vetting




Excellent knowledge of Avionics systems




Reliability




Adaptability




Good interpersonal skills


Part-145 Training Requirements


Initial Human Factors; Continuation Training Human Factors




Initial SFAR phase 1&2; Continuation Training SFAR phase 1&2




Initial EWIS group 1&2 (including EWIS group 1 Module G (Practical)); Continuation Training EWIS group 1&2




ETOPS




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