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Kratos Defense and Security Solutions · 13 hours ago

Aircraft Avionics Technician I-III

Oklahoma City, OK

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid, Senior Level

2+ years exp

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions is a leading defense technology company focused on unmanned systems and related technologies. The Aircraft Avionics Technician role involves installing, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing avionics systems in aircraft, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and regulations.

ConsultingCyber SecurityGovernmentInformation TechnologyNational SecurityPublic SafetySatellite CommunicationSecurity

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Performs a variety of tasks, which require knowledge of fabrication techniques, materials, tools and equipment

Follows Foreign Object Prevention (FOD) practices

Follows Electronic Static Discharge prevention (ESD) practices

Interprets and follows manufacturing orders

Operates shop related machinery to include torque wrench, pneumatic tools, common hand tools and scales

Supports and exhibits the focus of zero defects as well as “right-the-first-time” approach

Inspects finished products for conformance to specifications

May work from verbal instructions

Maintains a clean work area and ensures strict adherence to the 5S Standards

Fabricates, assembles, installs, repairs, modifies, tests, operates and troubleshoots avionics/electrical modules, components, and wire harnesses

Installs wires and electrical components into electrical assemblies per engineering drawings and specifications

Tests and performs fault isolation of components

Responsible for failure determination of electronics/avionic boxes

Tests aircraft instruments and systems, such as automatic flight controls, inertial navigation, and compass systems

Uses a variety of electrical measuring and diagnostic equipment

Will perform complete testing using manufacturing manuals, schematics and drawings

Presents innovative ideas to improve manufacturing process

Complied with established QMS procedures and Safety directives

Utilizes the Tool Accountability System (TAS) for proper tool control and hazardous material utilization

Must perform and/or assist all activities normally found in aerial target maintenance, including the use of hand and power tools, lifting heavy objects, and working with industrial chemicals and adhesives such as epoxy, grease, jet fuel, oils, and cleaners

May be required to work extended hours or weekends, as needed

Infrequent travel domestically for extended durations at times as assigned

Supports flight operations, maintenance and logistical support for unmanned aerial systems and related equipment

Other duties may be assigned

Works under close supervision

Demonstrates a basic understanding of aircraft drawings and schematics

Proficiently executes Foreign Object Prevention (FOD) practices

Performs basic safety wire installation

Performs basic wire soldering procedures

Performs basic Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP)

Assists Aircraft Assemblers with installation of components during aircraft buildup, at Fuselage and Aircraft Assembly levels

Works under limited supervision

Assembles aircraft parts and sub-assemblies

May work from engineering drawings, rough sketches and/or manuals

Rivets both solid and blind rivets

Installs safety wire

Installs electronic components

Perform electronic assembly soldering, crimping, splicing and harness fabrication, and control panel building

Consistently performs to established production standards

Has basic understanding of Aircraft testing principles including preparation for and testing of avionics and propulsion systems

Can perform basic troubleshooting of wire harnesses, coax cables, electrical systems

Has basic understanding of RF principles including uses of transmitters, receivers and antennas

Works under minimal supervision

Ability to read and understand electronic schematics

Ability to use electronic testing equipment

Perform electronic assembly tasks including soldering

Prepares and installs wire harnesses and electronic assemblies

Assists in the troubleshooting of aircraft as needed

Demonstrates the ability to perform required repairs as directed by Engineering and Supervision

Ability to train less experienced assemblers in the proper assembly of aircraft

Follows Acceptance Test Procedure (ATP) practices

Performs electronic assembly soldering, crimping, splicing and harness fabrication, and control panel building

Consistently performs at or above established production standards

Has good understanding of Aircraft and Ground Support Equipment testing principles including preparation for and testing of avionics and propulsion systems

Perform troubleshooting of wire harnesses, coax cables, electrical systems

Understands the RF principles including uses of transmitters, receivers and antennas

Qualification

Avionics systems troubleshootingElectronic assemblyWire harness fabricationReading schematicsBasic math skillsFOD practicesESD practicesDecision-makingTeam collaborationAttention to detail