Avionics Crew Lead

Avionics Crew Lead Strategic Support Solutions Strategic Support Solutions is seeking a high-caliber Avionics Crew Lead to spearhead complex installation projects. This is a "player-coach" role designed for a master technician who excels at high-precision wiring, systems integration, and mentoring junior installers. You will be the technical point of contact on the floor, ensuring that every installation—from Garmin G1000 retrofits to Collins Fusion suites—is delivered with OEM-level quality and DER-ready documentation.

Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership:

Lead a team of installers in the integration and repair of advanced avionics systems, including flight compartment controls and mission-critical electronics.

Precision Installation:

Route, terminate, and tie complex wire harnesses into new and existing factory bundles with meticulous attention to detail.

Systems Integration:

Execute and oversee functional check-outs and troubleshooting for Garmin (G1000/G600) and Collins (Proline 21/Fusion) systems.

Quality Assurance:

Exercise extreme care and precision to ensure all installations meet FAA standards and internal quality benchmarks for on-time, "squawk-free" deliveries.

Project Oversight:

Manage timelines and stressful delivery windows with a professional, solution-oriented attitude.

Qualifications & Experience The Veteran Expert:

Minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience specifically with Garmin G1000/G600 and Collins Proline 21/Fusion systems.

Credentials:

An A&P License is strongly preferred; an FCC License is a significant advantage. Tools of the

Trade:

Must provide your own hand tools, professionally marked, shadowed, and inventoried.

Physical Agility:

Ability to work in confined spaces (aft of the pressure bulkhead), work overhead for extended periods, and lift up to 50 lbs.

Compliance:

Must pass a standard FBI criminal history background check for SIDA badge access. Why Join Strategic Support Solutions? We offer a premium benefits package designed for long-term career stability:

Financial:

Extremely competitive salary + Weekly Pay + 401(k) Retirement Plan.

Travel & Perks:

Non-taxable Per Diem (for qualifying employees) and exclusive discount programs for travel and entertainment.

Health & Wellness:

Employer-contributed medical insurance, employer-paid life insurance, and 24/7 Tele-medicine access.

Work-Life Balance:

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and a professional, non-confrontational work culture.