Avionics Lead Technician

Premier Private Jets is a distinguished provider of comprehensive business aviation services, including Charter, Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) [PremierMRO], and Fixed Base Operations (FBO) [PremierFBO]. With a commitment to excellence, we ensure our clients receive unparalleled service across all divisions. 

About Us: 

We are currently seeking candidates for the position of Avionics Technician Lead/Installer, at our Dayton, OH location. This position will report to an Avionics Department Lead/ Avionics Manager. 

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Safely perform aircraft scheduled and unscheduled maintenance actions and inspections Following applicable technical data in the performance of all aircraft and component maintenance under minimal supervision per the aircraft manufacturer’s specific maintenance program or AAIP.  
• Coordinate with management, assigned supervision and Inspection to ensure compliance with internal and FAA paperwork, signoffs and quality specifications using the Corridor maintenance program.  
• Ensure that all inspections are properly conducted, and that the proper inspection records, reports and forms used by the repair station are properly executed prior to releasing the product to return to service. 
• Follow standard operating procedures assigned from management and as directed by the aircraft manufacturers maintenance manual specifications when using aircraft maintenance tools and equipment such as electrical, hydraulic power and aircraft pressurization carts, aircraft jacks, calibrated tools, etc.  
• Properly care for and maintain all required maintenance and facility equipment and tools. 
• Read and understand the Repair Station/Quality Control Manual PPJR496E and any referenced forms, manuals, or supplements referenced within the listed documents. 
• Keep current with the latest revisions of all technical data within one’s area of expertise on all articles repaired by the repair station. This data will include manufacturers’ overhaul manuals, service bulletins, part specifications, related FAA approved data and other required technical data used by the repair station. 
• Ensuring the proper handling and preservation of all units/parts while in the work process, installation, and storage.  
• Ensure the proper tagging and identification of all parts and components as outlined in CFR PPJR496E. 
• Determine that no defective, unserviceable, or un-airworthy parts are installed in any component or aircraft released by the repair station.   
• Periodically review, record, and document on-the-job training on form PAT-DAY-0003 as required.  
• Provide documentation to the quality assurance department of all OJT & formal training to be incorporated into repair station personnel files.  
• Maintaining currency requirements for all special authorizations as required by repair station duties. 
• Comply with all safety and housekeeping policies. Use personal protective equipment and ensure the aircraft exterior and interior is properly protected (PTP). 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

  Benefits:  

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 
• Supplemental life insurance 
• Short-term and long-term disability 
• PTO, sick, and company paid holidays 
• 401k with company match? 

Qualifications: 

• Must have documented 10 years of verifiable OJT experience in both avionics installations and troubleshooting aircraft avionics systems and repair. 
• A&P for 10 years or held Repairmen Certificate w/verifiable avionics OJT training of 10+ years and RII Inspector Certification preferred. 
• Must be able to pass a 10-year background check and be assigned to a FAA mandated drug screening program.  
• Wire harness fabrication and advanced electrical troubleshooting experience are preferred. 
• Must have experience training junior avionics technicians. 
• Experience leading complex upgrades and working with DER Engineers required 
• Must have previous aircraft run and taxi training or pilot training. 
• Must be willing to participate in ongoing training and increase technical capabilities.  
• Must be team oriented, self-driven and safety conscious demonstrating positive behavior and attitude. 
• Must be goal-oriented and driven to meet and/or exceed quality maintenance actions and expectations. Must have problem-solving skills. 
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language fluently to meet FAA regulations. 
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation. 
• Ability to use standard aircraft mechanics tools, equipment, and materials in the aircraft maintenance process.  
• Able to climb ladders and stairs and must be able to work at heights to include from a 20’ ladder or aerial lift.   
• Perform close tolerance work, work in small spaces, lift objects up to 40 pounds.  
• Must be computer literate. Knowledge of Corridor Maintenance Program, MS Office programs, especially Outlook, is a plus.