Avionics Technician

Matchtech Mobility
Saffron Walden
2 days ago
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Job description

Job Opportunity: Avionics Technician

We are currently seeking a skilled and dedicated Avionics Technicians to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic and technical environment, supporting essential aircraft modifications and maintenance activities.
Location: Birmingham
Shift pattern: Monday - Thursday (days), 10 hour shifts
Rate: OUTSIDE IR35

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

RVSM

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