Avionics Technician I

Greenpoint Technologies
Moses Lake, WA
On-site

Who this role is best for

Aimed at entry-level avionics professionals with hands-on technical skills who can work in a collaborative, high-accountability environment in Moses Lake, Washington.

Best fit for

  • Entry-level avionics professionals with hands-on technical skills and a strong grasp of aircraft system integration
    — “basic knowledge of avionics installation, modification, maintenance, and system integration across all aircraft systems”
  • Candidates who can interpret technical documentation and execute precise tasks in non-dust-free environments
    — “Accurately interpret maintenance manuals, service bulletins, wire diagrams, system schematics, drawings, engineering orders and other documents”
  • Individuals who thrive in a culture emphasizing accountability, transparency, and team success
    — “High accountability environment, with transparent decisions aligned to values, open communication, and engaged le”

Things to consider

  • Must be a US Person for compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations
    — “Employees working on programs subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations must qualify as a US Person”
  • This role involves safety-sensitive duties subject to mandatory drug and alcohol testing
    — “This safety-sensitive position is covered by the Department of Transportation's (DOT) Drug and Alcohol Testing Program”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with aircraft wiring practices and system schematics in your resume and interview responses
    — “Familiar with the Standard Wiring Practices Manual”
  • Emphasize your ability to document work accurately and follow standard formats
    — “Accurately document work performed as set forth by Greenpoint and customer maintenance programs daily using the standard format”
  • Demonstrate your proficiency with Avionics hand tools and ability to perform repairs and installations
    — “Properly utilize and maintain Avionics hand tools to perform repairs and installations”
  • Showcase your adaptability and initiative, as these are core competencies for the role
    — “Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands”
  • Demonstrate your ability to work in tight spaces and lift heavy objects as part of your physical capabilities
    — “Able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without assistance and ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds with assistance”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • Accurate and efficient maintenance work
  • Proper documentation
Typical background
Avionics experienceTechnical proficiency

Skills & requirements

Required

Avionics InstallationModificationsMaintenanceSystem IntegrationTroubleshootingDocumentationGround Support Equipment OperationTest Equipment OperationWiring Practices

Preferred

Airframe (A) Or Airframe & Powerplant (a&p) License

Stack & domain

AvionicsAircraft MaintenanceCommunicationTeamworkProblem-solvingAviationAircraft

About the role

Original posting from Greenpoint Technologies via Greenhouse

Summary

Entry-level avionics technician performing installation, modifications, maintenance, software loading and troubleshooting on VIP aircraft.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Possesses basic knowledge of avionics installation, modification, maintenance, and system integration across all aircraft systems and assigned work scope.

Accurately interpret maintenance manuals, service bulletins, wire diagrams, system schematics, drawings, engineering orders and other documents from both the client and Greenpoint. 

Modify, repair, replace, or otherwise perform routine aircraft maintenance work in specialized area of aircraft. 

Properly utilize and maintain Avionics hand tools to perform repairs and installations. 

Accurately document work performed as set forth by Greenpoint and customer maintenance programs daily using the standard format. 

Fabricate wire bundles and assemblies per drawings and standard practices to include marking of wires, properly securing wires into bundles, and termination of wires into a variety of contacts and connectors. 

Assist with troubleshooting issues, replacement, or repair of parts, testing and making necessary adjustments. 

Operate ground support equipment e.g. GPUs, Hi-Reach, etc. as required. 

Operate test equipment e.g. Pitot Static Cart, Navigation test sets, etc.as required. 

Help with general clean-up of work area. 

Responsible for accurately clocking to jobs. 

Regular and prompt attendance. 

Effective and appropriate conduct with coworkers. 

Performs other duties as assigned. 

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Greenpoint Core Competencies:

Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands, accepts constructive criticism/feedback and changes approach or method to best fit the situation.

Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts effectively in verbal and written form, exhibits good listening and comprehension, keeps others informed and uses appropriate communication methods.

Dependability - Responds to requests for service and assistance, follows instruction and responds to management direction, takes responsibility for own actions and doing the best job possible, keeps commitments, and maintains reliable attendance.

Initiative - Sets and achieves challenging goals, demonstrates persistence, and overcomes obstacles, measures self against standard of excellence, recognizes and acts on opportunities, and takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities, exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views, gives and welcomes feedback, contributes to building a positive team spirit, and puts success of team above own interests.

Work Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, displays commitment to excellence, looks for ways to improve and promote quality, applies feedback to improve performance, and monitors own work to ensure quality.

Summary of Education, Experience & Certification

2-3 years of avionics experience preferred

Familiar with the Standard Wiring Practices Manual.

Airframe (A) or Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License preferred, not required.

Employees working on programs subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations must qualify as a US Person which is defined as a US Citizen, a Permanent Resident who does not work for a foreign company/foreign government/foreign governmental agency or organization, or a political asylee for legal compliance purposes.

This safety-sensitive position is covered by the Department of Transportation's (DOT) Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. Any applicant selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment drug testing. Persons occupying a "safety-sensitive” position will be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing. Post-accident, reasonable cause, and return-to-duty tests may also be required based on specific circumstances.  

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Works under direct supervision as needed, subject to expeience.

Ability to communicate in English (read, write, and verbally communicate).

Mathematical knowledge and ability to apply towards problem solving.

Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. (Outlook, Word)

Ability to work overtime, as required.

Ability to travel.

Physical Requirements

Able to comply with DOT/FAA Drug and Alcohol Testing Program.

Able to climb and work on step stools and/or ladders.

Able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without assistance and ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds with assistance.

Able to reach overhead.

Able to work in a non-dust-free environment.

Normal or corrected vision (required to perform exacting tasks).

Full range of motion with both hands.

Ability to work in a stooping, kneeling or standing position and in cramped areas.

The expected WA salary range for this position is between $61,000.00 - $85,000.00 USD. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, education, location, and other factors permitted by law. Our suite of comprehensive benefits include healthcare (medical, dental & vision), life insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) savings plan with company match.

About Greenpoint Technologies 

Greenpoint delivers nose-to-tail VIP Jet aircraft interiors for private clients and Heads-of-State.  We are proud to be known in the aerospace industry for our design and engineering innovation, award-winning company culture, and on-time delivery of our beautiful products. We use leading-edge tools and employee-built processes to deliver extraordinary, one-of-a-kind custom aircraft interiors.  It’s complex work, but we work smart.  In return for hard work, collaboration, and creativity, our people experience a culture custom built for high achievers:

Big jobs and stretch assignments.

High accountability environment, with transparent decisions aligned to values, open communication, and engaged leadership.

Ability to make a big, visible impact on the end product. 

We welcome diverse contributions and provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Source: Greenpoint Technologies careers (Greenhouse)

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