Avionics Technician

Please note: this is a 6-month contract position.

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.

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.

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

FAA Airframe and Powerplant license 

Background check clearance

Drug Test clearance wherever applicable

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