Aero Charter Inc – St. Louis’s top charter jet company and FBO – is looking for talented and skilled individuals like yourself to join our growing team.

For more than 40 years, Aero Charter has been the St. Louis region’s total aviation solution, specializing in aircraft management and charter services. As a vertically integrated company, Aero Charter also offers full FBO service, maintenance, avionics, flight crews, and acquisitions.

Aero Charter prides itself on our exceptional customer service each and every day. Our employees are a crucial component in this mission. From our pilots to our maintenance specialists, every team member has a direct impact on our success and our customers’ satisfaction.

Job Summary:

The Avionics Technician will maintain, repair, and inspect aircraft avionics systems to ensure safe operations within guidelines set by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Performs regular maintenance and repairs on avionics and related equipment, for which he is qualified.
• Ensures proper working condition of avionics systems before flight.
• Develops and maintains records of avionics repairs, and any reports related to avionics parts or services.
• Report all faulty equipment to the Technician Supervisor
• Maintains an adequate tool kit.
• Consults maintenance manuals and specifications to identify correct operations and specifications for replacements or repairs.
• Fabricate and install wire harnesses as depicted on wiring diagrams.
• Testing pitot/static/transponder systems in accordance with FAR 91.411 and 91.413.
• Keeps work area clean, return tools to the proper location at end of every shift.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Company-paid Basic Life Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Schedule- 10 hours/day 4 days/week
• 401(k), with company match
• Bonus Referral Program

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Sufficient training in the field of avionics
• Working knowledge of avionics systems and their operation such as traffic, EGPWS, audio integration, compass, autopilot.
• Thorough understanding of tools and testing methods used to ensure proper functioning of an aircraft and its parts, systems, and mechanics.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and adhere to manual instructions to resolve complex mechanical issues.
• Detail-oriented with mechanical inclination.
• Superior and careful workmanship.
• Ability to perform consistently under stressful conditions.
• Ability to learn new skills and methods of repairs.
• Basic computer skills
• Sufficient oral and verbal communication skills, as needed, to discuss equipment malfunctions and complete reports.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year experience in aviation maintenance and/or avionics

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand, lie, and kneel in awkward positions and spaces.
• Must be able to perform work on scaffolding or ladders.
• Must be able to lift and pull objects weighing up to 70 pounds at a time.
• Manual dexterity and physical strength necessary to operate tools or make adjustments and repairs.
• Must have visual acuity to inspect equipment and identify defects.
• Must be able to hear well enough to test sounds and identify functioning level of aircraft.