Aircraft Technician

SUMMARY: Job #218792

Chipton-Ross is seeking an Aircraft Electrician for a contract opportunity in Crestview, FL.

DURATION: 6 Months

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

• Minimum four (4) years of avionics experience required in one of the following or equivalent fields, Communications/Navigations, Guidance Control, Electronic Warfare, Electro/Environmental required.
• Strong aptitude to read and interpret aircraft electrical drawings Minimum or equivalent of a USAF 7-Level (Craftsman).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD secret security clearance and therefore all candidates must be a US Citizen

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Install, route, terminate, and test electrical cables and harnesses on C-130J aircraft to include Fiber Optic, 1553 Data Bus, RF Cables, Twinax Cables, Triax Cables, Quadrax Cables, Ethernet Cables.
• Remove and install aircraft components as required.
• Interpret engineering drawings and blueprints such as electrical wiring diagrams, routing drawings, and harness assembly drawings.
• Read and interpret manufacturers' maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical data, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of install/modification.
• Use and apply hand tools, power tools, work stands, support equipment, and special tools/calibrated test equipment.
• Comprehend documents such as safety rules, operating maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Frequently stand, walk, stoop, kneel, squat, crawl, twist, and work on or in the aircraft.

Frequently lift and/or push or pull up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or push or pull up to 25 pounds.

• Perform repetitive movements and work overhead.
• Work in a safe and efficient manner while maintaining a clean, FOD-free work area.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

• Avionics/Electrical systems wire routing and installation experience.
• Military/Commercial aircraft modification installation experience includes wire harness installation and check out procedures.
• Ability to interpret installation drawings, install and route electrical cable assemblies, perform multiple termination processes and perform continuity checks in accordance with standard processes.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical manuals, understanding symbols, flags, and general notes
• Experience on C-130J aircraft.
• Active Secret Security Clearance preferred.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

• Accredited HSD/GED

WORK HOURS

• Full-Time
• 4/10 work schedule
• 1st Shift

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information.
• Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date.
• Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.

Chipton-Ross provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State or local law. This policy governs all areas of employment at Chipton-Ross, including recruiting, hiring, training, assignment, promotions, compensation, benefits, discipline, and terminations.