Lead Avionics Technician Code 1 Aviation, LLC Rockford, IL Job Details Full-time $26 - $34 an hour 12 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Team leadership Avionics troubleshooting Airframe & Powerplant License Supervising experience Attention to detail Federal Aviation Regulations Mentoring Managing electronics installation or repair teams Full Job Description Join the Crew Keeping L-39 Warbirds in the Sky Code 1 Aviation is seeking a skilled Lead Avionics Technician with a passion for high-performance aircraft to support and maintain the legendary L-39 Albatros. This role leads and supervises avionics work on the L-39 fleet, including sign-off authority and mentoring other technicians, and offers a rare opportunity to work hands-on with iconic jet warbirds while contributing to aircraft safety, performance, and the preservation of aviation history. Responsibilities Lead and oversee avionics maintenance, inspection, repair, and upgrade work on L-39 Albatros aircraft Supervise and assign work to other avionics technicians, reviewing their work for quality and completeness Provide sign-off and final inspection authority on avionics work performed by the team Train and mentor technicians on L-39 avionics systems, procedures, and best practices Perform diagnostics and troubleshooting of advanced avionics equipment Execute complex avionics installations, modifications, and upgrades Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical schematics Collaborate with maintenance leadership to ensure aircraft safety and mission readiness Qualifications Proven experience working with aircraft avionics systems, including prior lead or supervisory experience A&P (Airframe and Powerplant) License preferred, with authority to sign off completed work Experience with military aircraft preferred Familiarity with L-39 avionics systems a plus; training available for the right candidate Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship Comfortable training, mentoring, and reviewing the work of other technicians Passion for aviation and historic aircraft Skills Avionics systems Aircraft electrical systems Troubleshooting and diagnostics Military aircraft Turbine aircraft Wiring diagrams and schematics FAA regulations L-39 Albatros experience, if available

Pay:

$26.00 - $34.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person