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Avionics Technician

Posted 6 days ago

OfficeMountain View, California73k - 108k USD

LTA Research and Exploration, an aerospace start-up, is seeking an Avionics Technician specializing in systems integration on research and development flight vehicles. In order to help advance our goal of bringing revolutionary airships to life, the Avionics Technician will work directly with the appropriate company personnel to organize, plan, and execute the troubleshooting, installation, and inspections of various subsystems. This position will also provide flight operational support as required.

### Responsibilities:
  • Four years’ experience in an avionics/electrical career field or two years of accredited schooling in aviation electronics plus two years of aviation experience.
  • Performs tasks to include the removal/installation of avionics electrical components, fabrication of wire harnesses, installations, terminations, ring-out, and functional tests of avionics/electrical systems.
  • Without supervision, performs the installation and functional testing of electrical/avionics components and systems per engineering specifications, drawings and maintenance manuals ensuring a defect free system.
  • Troubleshoots processes/concepts to provide timely, quality repairs of malfunctioning systems.
  • Demonstrates the skills and knowledge required to effectively and efficiently repair or replace defective components and wiring to ensure installations meet conformity.
  • Sets up necessary test equipment; conducts functional and operational tests to evaluate performance and reliability.
  • Ensures that all work performed on the aircraft is properly and completely documented and ready for inspection.
  • Complies with the company FOD program, tool control program, 6-S program, and all safety regulations.
  • ### Qualifications:
  • Minimum 2 years, preferred 5+ years of avionics experience
  • Maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting experience on electrical wiring harnesses
  • Previous cockpit avionics retrofit experience
  • Knowledge of high voltage electrical, ESC, BMS, and batteries
  • Previous experience managing installation teams
  • Compliant with all environmental health and safety policies and procedures
  • Proficient in using tools such as multimeters, crimpers, high voltage testers, calibrated tools, calipers, micrometers, torque wrenches, and other hand tools
  • Proficient in operating man lifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts, and maintenance platforms
  • Familiarity with Google Suite (Gmail, Drive, Sheets) and other basic technology
  • Ability to get DOT driver license
  •  
    Preferred:
  • FAA Airframe and Powerplant license 
  • ### Compliance Requirements:
  • Background check clearance
  • Drug Test clearance wherever applicable
  • ### What We Offer!
  • Relocation assistance
  • Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan (100% premium paid for individuals, 70% for dependents)
  • Company-paid life, AD&D, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Generous PTO + 10 paid holidays
  • 401(k) matching up to 6%
  • Lunch and snacks provided every day, including accommodations for all dietary restrictions
  • Monthly wellness stipend
  • Monthly cell phone stipend
  • Yearly education stipend to obtain certifications or take classes in your field
  • Mental health benefit
  • Fun events, swag, and the occasional airship ride
  • An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and the most talented experts from different fields
  • LTA Research & Exploration welcomes all candidates to apply including those with limited experience. We understand that candidates with a growth mindset and passion for working on the next chapter in aviation advancement can outweigh experience alone. We celebrate diverse origins and journeys and understand their importance in developing new technology. Rooted in our humanitarian mission, we want to serve the entire globe and have a team that represents those we wish to serve.
     
    Lighter Than Air is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other discriminatory factors prohibited by law.

    LTA Research & Exploration welcomes all candidates to apply including those with limited experience. We understand that candidates with a growth mindset and passion for working on the next chapter in aviation advancement can outweigh experience alone. We celebrate diverse origins and journeys and understand their importance in developing new technology. Rooted in our humanitarian mission, we want to serve the entire globe and have a team that represents those we wish to serve.

    Lighter Than Air is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other discriminatory factors prohibited by law.
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    Mountain View, California
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    73k - 108k USD
    per year
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    LTA is launching the next generation of zero emissions airships that will speed up disaster relief in areas not easily reached by boat or aircraft. The company leverages modern technology and advances in manufacturing to make them safer, stronger, and more efficient than ever before.

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