Avionics Engineer

Summary

The Avionics Engineer is responsible for developing engineering solutions to affect repair and modification of the Allegiant Air aircraft fleet. This position also advises and provides technical expertise to Line Maintenance by phone, email and in person, to ensure on-time fleet operations.

 

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

 

Minimum Requirements

Combination of Education and Experience will be considered. Must be authorized to work in the US as defined by the Immigration Act of 1986. Must pass a Criminal Background Check.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree

Education Details:  

•Bachelors Degree.

OR 

•High School diploma plus FAA Airframe and Powerplant ratings plus five (5) years of airline/ OEM/ Military avionics engineering experience.

OR 

•High School Diploma plus ten (10) years of airline/ OEM/ Military avionics engineering experience.

Certification: Yes

Certification Details:  

•Airframe & Powerplant, FCC License, or EASA B2.

•Avionics Engineer License is preferred.

Years of Experience: Minimum five (5) years' of airline/ OEM/ Military avionics engineering experience.

 

Valid/Unexpired Passport Book: Yes

 

•Hands-on-experience working aircraft wiring changes and/or avionics testing procedures such as 14 CFR Part 43 & 91 system testing for Altitude reporting and ATC.

•Knowledge and ability to research ADs and other FARs.

•Experience with Arbortext editing software, TRAX and MS Office products.

 

Preferred Requirements

•Avionics Engineer License.

•Knowledge of FAA Certification and Airworthiness requirements including MAJOR/MINOR determination, Supplemental Type Certificate (STC), and Ops Specs.

•Knowledge of Airbus, Boeing 737 MAX, aircraft avionics and systems.

•Knowledge of COMM, NAV, RADAR, Surveillance, Indication, CVR/DFDR, Power distribution, Avionics Software, and aircraft wiring standards. 

•Expertise in at least one of the aforementioned areas: COMM, NAV, RADAR, Surveillance, Indication, CVR/DFDR, Power distribution, Avionics Software, and aircraft wiring standards. 

•Knowledge of and ability to understand OEM Wiring Diagram Manuals (WDM) and schematics.

 

Job Duties

•Research and provide data for the development of modifications to improve Allegiant fleet reliability and for compliance to airworthiness regulations.

•Provides oversight and engineering expertise to contracted repair agencies conducting heavy maintenance and repairs to aircraft components.

•Develop Engineering Repair Orders (ERO) for accomplishment of Avionics repairs/modifications.

•Develop Engineering Orders (EO) for the incorporation of modifications to aircraft avionics and/or electrical systems/components.

•Coordinate repair plans with Materials/Purchasing, Coordinate with Maintenance Planning and Maintenance Control.

•Coordinate with aircraft heavy maintenance vendors to ensure approved data is used as the basis for avionics repairs/modifications.

•Assist with reliability analysis and development of reliability improvement initiatives.

•Other duties as assigned by the Manager of Avionics Engineering.

 

Physical Requirements

The Physical Demands and Work Environment described here are a representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

Office - While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, see, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, key board, printer, and phone. May be required to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 20 lbs. May be required to work various shifts/days in a 24-hour situation. Regular attendance is a requirement of the role. Exposure to moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones, printers, and foot traffic), temperature and light fluctuations. Ability to work in a confined area as well as the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. Some travel may be a requirement of the role.

 

Essential Services Provider

Allegiant as a national air carrier is deemed an essential service provider during declared national and state emergencies. Team Members will be required to report to their assigned trip or work location during national and state emergencies unless prohibited by local, state or federal order.

 

EEO Statement

We welcome all individuals from varied backgrounds and experiences to apply. Our company values the unique perspectives and talents that each person brings to our team.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran

For more information, see https://allegiantair.jobs