What are the responsibilities and job description for the Avionics Installation Technician position at Garmin?
Overview
We are seeking a full-time Avionics Installation Technician in our Olathe, KS location. In this role, you will be responsible for installing certified and experimental avionics systems in FAR (Federal Aviation Regulations) part 23, 25, 27 and 29 aircraft and assist in development of documentation for new avionics system.
Essential Functions
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits
We are seeking a full-time Avionics Installation Technician in our Olathe, KS location. In this role, you will be responsible for installing certified and experimental avionics systems in FAR (Federal Aviation Regulations) part 23, 25, 27 and 29 aircraft and assist in development of documentation for new avionics system.
Essential Functions
- Modify aircraft to accommodate panel and remote mounted avionics equipment
- Prepare new aircraft wiring harnesses in accordance with Engineering drawings and installation documents
- Troubleshoot existing avionics installation interconnects
- Use ramp test equipment to verify proper function of installed avionics
- Assist Engineering in development and verification of new installation documentation
- Assist in maintenance and aircraft movement in the hangar
- Olathe Associates: Compliance with DOT (Department of Transportation) requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Must possess 1 year general aviation, maintenance or avionics experience and/or equivalent combination of education, military aviation experience and/or aviation related experience
- Must possess experience substantially similar to the essential functions of this job description with installing avionics systems in piston, turbine and turbojet aircraft
- Must possess demonstrated ability to read and interpret aircraft wiring diagrams and installations manuals relevant to Garmin’s business needs
- Must possess understanding of commercial avionics interface standards and their installation relevant to Garmin’s business needs
- Must possess experience in implementation/modification of aircraft pitot-static systems
- Must possess the ability to routinely bend, twist, and lift up to 50 lbs. and occasionally team lift up to 100 lbs. while using safe lifting techniques; pushing/pulling equipment up to 200 lbs.; standing and sitting for extended periods of time; kneeling, stooping, crouching, and crawling; climbing and utilizing ladders to connect cables and walking long distances throughout the facility; repetitive motion; tolerates products, materials and fumes associated with aircraft maintenance; tolerates working in confined spaces and heights above four feet
- Tolerates working in extreme temperatures and noisy environments
- FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic certificate
- FAA Inspection Authorization
- Experience using desktop computer systems
- Experience producing and modifying drawings using AutoCAD
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits
