Butte Aviation, Inc., located in beautiful SW Montana, is hiring an Avionics Technician:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities included, but not limited to:
Inspect, repair, and overhaul aircraft components and systems assigned in compliance with specifications and FAA regulations.
Troubleshoot system and component malfunctions and perform necessary maintenance work or re-work using various tools and
diagnostic devices.
Complete routine and non-routine maintenance, troubleshooting, diagnosing, repairing and replacing aircraft communication,
navigational and electrical equipment.
Complete functional testing and inspections of the avionics on our fleet and customer aircraft.
Perform the installation and testing of electrical/avionics wire harnesses, components, and systems on aircraft per
specifications, drawings, and maintenance manuals.
Build wire harnesses and install using acceptable practices for terminating splicing, soldering, wiring, and coax cabling.
Set up and operates necessary test equipment to test transponder, communication and navigational equipment.
To ensure that the maintenance of the shop premises is kept in a clean and orderly manner.
Performs a variety of duties, including but not limited to servicing, operating, maintaining, & repairing avionics equipment.
Conducts technical analysis of products, modifications and enhancements to products in accordance with specific customer
requirements and approved documentation.
Assesses product needs in accordance with customer specifications.
Perform assigned duties with integrity to ensure quality standards are met on all required inspections and work assignments.
Required skills/Abilities:
Show proficiency with avionics test equipment and inspection tools and possess a working knowledge of standard test
equipment, ohmmeters, pitot static test boxes, transponder test sets and comm/navigation testing equipment.
An ideal candidate must have problem solving and organizational skills and the ability to perform basic inspections and repairs.
Ability to learn new skills and methods of repair.
An ideal candidate will have at least 18 months of pertinent, verifiable, practical experience.
Verifiable general aviation, all-around flightline avionics experience.
Experience with avionics system installation and avionics troubleshooting on aircraft.
Ability to work off drawings, schematics and perform installs.
Tech savvy with experience installing harnesses and programing
Must be comfortable in small, and sometimes uncomfortable spaces, for extended periods of time.
Candidates must provide their own basic hand tools.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to work meticulously in a fast-paced environment.
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Must be able to read, understand and accomplish maintenance manual procedures. Must be able to research, read wire prints,
and order parts.
Utilizes a good understanding of electronic theory to effect timely repairs.
Ability to troubleshoot technical problems down to component level.
Demonstrates organizational and time management skills.
Ability to perform consistently under stressful conditions.
Strong knowledge of electrical and electronic principles, aircraft wiring, and schematic diagrams.
Familiarity with FAA regulations and industry standards governing avionics maintenance and installations.
Active, valid Driver’s License required.
High school diploma, or GED required.
Must be able to pass pre-employment background check and FAA regulated drug/alcohol tests prior to start. Will be enrolled in
our random drug pool.
If interested, please respond to this posting, or drop off your resume at 4602 Harrison Avenue Butte, MT 59701 EOE
Pay depends on experience, competitive salary.
Full time Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 am
