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Title: Aircraft Avionics Tech II

Location: United States-Oklahoma-Oklahoma City

Job Number: 15924

The Avionics Technician III is an entry-level position ideal for new graduates from Avionics or A&P technology schools. Also ideal for mechanics with less than five years of aircraft experience. Our Step-Level Progression training program can help you acquire your FAA airframe license.

WORK LOCATION: Onsite at AAR (at Will Rogers World Airport in Oklahoma City, OK.)

SCHEDULE (Full-Time/non-exempt and variable, 40 – 50-hour workweek)

Supervisor determines shift/days required, but we can discuss in interview process. Typically, more flexible candidates will be preferred.

• 1st Shift: 7:30am to 4:00pm or 5:30am to 4:00pm

• 2nd Shift: 3:30pm to 12:00am or 3:30pm to 2:00am

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform basic aircraft maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting tasks under supervision

• Ensure aircraft are safely maintainedin accordance with the Airworthiness Standards

• Use FAA approved/accepted data (i.e., IPC, M/M, OHM, SRM) proficiently

• Maintain records in compliance with FAA and company requirements

• Perform avionics repairs as assigned while meeting deadlines and quality standards

• Read and follow technical publications, schematics, and/or mechanical drawings

• Use a PC, iPad and basic computer applications and programs

• Additional job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management

• Adherence to work schedule, punctuality, and self-motivation

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Business Acumen: Utilizing financial data to diagnose business strengths and weaknesses and identify the implications for potential strategies

• Managing Relationships:Meeting the personal needs of individuals to build trust, encourage two-way communications, and strengthen relationships.

• Valuing Differences: Working effectively with individuals of diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, abilities, motivations or backgrounds

• Adaptability:Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment (e.g., people, processes, structure, or culture).

• Continuous Learning: Actively identifying new areas for learning; regularly creating and taking advantage of learning opportunities; taking full advantage of opportunities to receive and explore feedback about own performance (from assessments, managers, coworkers, internal/external partners, or customers).

• Safety Focus:Identifying and improving conditions that affect our own and others' safety; upholding safety standards.

• Quality Orientation: Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how detailed.

Qualifications:

PRIMARY REQUIREMENTS

• 2 years avionics experience required

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required

• Some general maintenance experience (including relevant experience outside of aviation)

• Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude and attention to detail are crucial

• Able to skillfully use the minimum tools required

• Fluent in English (speech, reading, writing)

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• FAA Airframe and/or Powerplant license (A&P)

• Valid Driver’s License

• Knowledge of FAA regulations including 14 CFR

BENEFITS

• Competitive Compensation (Paid Bi-weekly)

• Two Plans with Blue Cross Blue Shield’s, one of which qualifies for a monthly Health Savings Account contribution from AAR.

• Dental and Vision plans

• Basic Life Insurance, AD&D – Company Paid

• Supplemental Life/AD&D

• Short-Term Disability – Company Paid

• Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• 401(k) Plan (AAR matches 50% of your first 6% contributed)

• Paid Time Off, Holidays, and Floating Holiday

• Tuition Reimbursement (up to $10K annually)

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Company stock purchase plan

• Free 24/7 on-site gym

TRAINING

• In-Person, Computer Based Training, and On-the-Job training

• Step Level Pay Progression Program

• Paid A&P Fast-Track program (once qualified)

• DOL Apprenticeship Program (veterans can get approved for VA Benefits)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Constant ly : Lifting 10 lbs., standing, walking, wrist flexion and extension, environmental weather conditions.

• Frequent ly : Lifting≤40 lbs.,push/pull <20 lbs., climbing stairs, balancing, stooping, squatting, crawling, kneeling forextended periods, working in confined spaces. Working above chest-level, overhead, and away from body for extended periods. Bending, twisting of torso, twisting and/or pressure with wrist/hands, fine finger usage, moderate vibrationsup to 2 hrs.to highvibrations up to 30 mins.Vision with/without correction; near <20”, far >20’, and basic depth perception (shapes). Working at elevated heights ≥4’, working on ladders, scaffolding, uneven surfaces, and energized parts.

• Occasional ly : Lifting and/or carry ≤50 lbs.,sitting, basic color vision, operation of motorized or electrical equipment, push/pull <50 lbs., work in wet conditions.

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We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.