Avionics Technician II Position Available In Lenoir, North Carolina

At Draken, we have created a new standard in aviation service capabilities for all branches of the United States Military, Department of Defense and allied militaries globally. We are looking for a skilled, dedicated

• Avionics Technician
• to maintain and operate the largest fleet of commercial tactical military fighter jets as we challenge todays warriors for tomorrows fight.

If you are looking to join a team with Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Teamwork at the core of its values, apply today!

Draken offers: Competitive pay and benefits, first-day medical coverage, company-matched 401(k) plan after 60 days, and PTO

• OVERVIEW/DUTIES/DESCRIPTION
• Perform/Supervise Avionics work on former military fighter aircraft equipped with 3rd and 4th generation Avionics technology, e.g. 1553 MUX systems, VHF/UHF, advanced RADAR systems, multiple offensive/defensive systems, as well as civilian aviation platforms such as Garmin, Avidyne, etc
• Accurately interpret maintenance manuals, service bulletins, wiring diagrams, system schematics, drawings, engineering orders, and other documents from both the manufacturers and company
• Maintain storage management systems as well as captive carry training weapons and weapons release systems
• Integrate/modernize new technologies into legacy aircraft.

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TCAS, EFIS, ECM

Pods, EO sensors, etc

• Ability to travel on TDY schedule
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School/GED
• Fighter Jet Experience preferred
• At least5 years of related Avionics Technician experience
• Must be able to travel on TDY assignments
• Must be able to work various shifts
• Must have an in-depth working knowledge of aircraft safety directives, aircraft/vehicle movement, flight line operations, aircraft technical orders/job guides/publications (read, interpret, follow and comprehend schematics, diagrams, drawings and technical orders
• Must have a working knowledge of computers (input/extract data) and some computer software
• Obtain/maintain aircraft/equipment Red X/IPI certification
• Obtain/maintain security clearance
• Must meet ITAR compliance requirements

• KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES

• Able to understand and learn techniques to improve overall skill
• Great attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast paced, hands-on environment
• Must be able to read, write and understand the English language

• PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Regularly works in the hangar or on the flight line
• Extensive sitting to climbing, standing, stooping, bending, pushing, kneeling, stretching, and walking demands
• Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders and work stands
• Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders