Aircraft Avionics Technician

Job Description

About the Company Contour is a long-established aviation services company with a diverse range of capabilities. Its core values guide every action and decision, with an unwavering commitment to integrity and safety at the heart of all its business lines. Team members are expected to think like a customer and to work together as a team to achieve ambitious goals. Rapid growth has created career opportunities across the business. Role Overview The Aircraft Avionics Technician carries out scheduled and unscheduled inspections, maintenance, repairs and alterations on aircraft, engines, power plants and components at Contour's Smyrna, Tennessee maintenance facility, working to company, customer and FAA quality standards. Location: Contour Maintenance MQY - Smyrna, Tennessee Position type: Full time Shift: Any Pay range: $28.00 - $38.00 per hour Key Responsibilities Read and use blueprints, maintenance manuals, ATA codes, illustrated parts catalogues, service bulletins and other maintenance documents to troubleshoot and complete work assignments Perform routine maintenance or repair of the aircraft, including engines, power plant and components, to all specifications Carry out hourly, daily and monthly inspections of aircraft components, including de-icing, hydraulic systems and landing gear, checking for leaks, cracks, burned areas, foreign object damage, warping, distortion, missing segments, wear and breaks Perform inspections during assembly of parts and after repair or installation of components Carry out daily scheduled and non-scheduled inspections, maintenance, repairs and alterations of aircraft Troubleshoot defective aircraft systems and components effectively, using gauges and diagnostic tests to detect malfunctions Use power and hand tools such as cranes, grinders and wrenches Update maintenance and repair logs and document maintenance procedures, including component damage, origin and condition Complete all tasks within the allotted timeframe and to the quality standards of the company, its customers and the FAA Practise safety-conscious behaviour in all operational processes, monitor safety compliance and coordinate repairs and safety concerns with other mechanics and supervisors Perform other duties as assigned by leadership Requirements Be at least 18 years of age Be authorised to work in the United States and able to travel in and out of the country High school diploma or GED equivalent Valid driver's licence and a good driving record Must understand, read and write English Polished and professional interpersonal skills with a positive, customer-oriented mindset Strong leadership and organisational skills Well-developed people skills and the ability to work with a variety of personalities Able to coordinate multiple priorities, meet deadlines and handle interruptions in a fast-paced environment Strong attention to detail; self-motivated and able to motivate others Excellent written and verbal communication skills, delivered with tact and professionalism Operational knowledge of laptop and desktop computers and working knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat or similar; operational knowledge of Outlook and competency with internet navigation are required Ability to work in a safe, professional manner in line with OSHA, EPA, state and federal regulations Able to work nights, weekends, holidays and varying schedules Must pass a DOT-required pre-employment drug screening and be willing to submit to and pass FAA and company-mandated random drug and alcohol testing Able to pass a 10-year work history review and submit to criminal background and fingerprint checks Physical requirements Frequent stooping, bending and kneeling Ability to stand for extended periods Lift and carry objects up to 70 pounds regularly and up to 100+ pounds occasionally, with assistance Ability to climb stairs, scaffolding and ladders of varying heights without assistance Ability to work in cramped spaces and awkward positions as required Tolerance of noise, vibration and outdoor weather conditions Ability to wear protective gear such as gloves, safety glasses and hearing protection Work environment Airport ramp and warehouse environment subject to varying weather conditions Regular exposure to aircraft noise and vibration when testing engines Fast-paced operational setting requiring attention to safety, accuracy and timeliness Licences & Qualifications Preferred: FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) licence Preferred: FAA Part 135 and/or Part 145 experience Experience Five or more years of experience working on corporate and general aviation aircraft preferred Corporate or general aviation experience with a background in Garmin, Collins and Honeywell avionics desired What We Offer Compensation Starting hourly rate of $28.00 to $38.00 depending on prior work experience Performance-based step increase of $1.00 per year on the pay anniversary date, up to $43.00 per hour Once at the maximum pay rate, eligibility for a performance-based retention bonus of up to $2,000.00 per year Holiday pay at twice the hourly rate for work on a Contour observed holiday Overtime at 1.5 times the hourly rate for hours worked above 40 in the pay period Insurance Health, vision and dental insurance, plus short and long-term disability and voluntary life insurance, effective the first day of the month following the hire date 401(k) savings plan Eligibility begins the first day of the month following the hire date Company matching contribution of up to 6% of eligible compensation Enrollment guidelines and a 401(k) enrollment guide are provided during onboarding Paid leave and travel Accrual of up to 56 hours of paid sick leave per year, rolling over annually until the sick bank reaches 480 hours Vested vacation hours, granted on 1 January following the hire date and available in line with company policy Non-revenue/space-available (NRSA) travel privileges on Contour from hire, with access to MyID Travel after six months of active service Eligibility for medical leave, non-medical family care leave, maternity and paternity leave and personal leave, as set out in the Contour Employee Handbook Additional Information Shift: any. Position type: full time. Education level: high school. Travel: negligible. Category: installation, maintenance and repair. Contour is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees; applicants who need an accommodation during the application or onboarding process can contact Human Resources. The statements above describe the general nature and level of work required and are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills; the duties and expectations of the position may change.

Requirements

• Location: Contour Maintenance MQY - Smyrna, Tennessee
• Position type: Full time
• Shift: Any
• Pay range: $28.00 - $38.00 per hour
• Read and use blueprints, maintenance manuals, ATA codes, illustrated parts catalogues, service bulletins and other maintenance documents to troubleshoot and complete work assignments
• Perform routine maintenance or repair of the aircraft, including engines, power plant and components, to all specifications
• Carry out hourly, daily and monthly inspections of aircraft components, including de-icing, hydraulic systems and landing gear, checking for leaks, cracks, burned areas, foreign object damage, warping, distortion, missing segments, wear and breaks
• Perform inspections during assembly of parts and after repair or installation of components
• Carry out daily scheduled and non-scheduled inspections, maintenance, repairs and alterations of aircraft
• Troubleshoot defective aircraft systems and components effectively, using gauges and diagnostic tests to detect malfunctions
• Use power and hand tools such as cranes, grinders and wrenches
• Update maintenance and repair logs and document maintenance procedures, including component damage, origin and condition
• Complete all tasks within the allotted timeframe and to the quality standards of the company, its customers and the FAA
• Practise safety-conscious behaviour in all operational processes, monitor safety compliance and coordinate repairs and safety concerns with other mechanics and supervisors
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Be authorised to work in the United States and able to travel in and out of the country
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Valid driver's licence and a good driving record
• Must understand, read and write English
• Polished and professional interpersonal skills with a positive, customer-oriented mindset
• Strong leadership and organisational skills
• Well-developed people skills and the ability to work with a variety of personalities
• Able to coordinate multiple priorities, meet deadlines and handle interruptions in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail; self-motivated and able to motivate others

Benefits

• Once at the maximum pay rate, eligibility for a performance-based retention bonus of up to $2,000.00 per year
• Health, vision and dental insurance, plus short and long-term disability and voluntary life insurance, effective the first day of the month following the hire date