Avionics Technician - Madras, OR

We are Aero Air - A People Centered Aircraft Service Company. A premier, mission driven organization who employs high performing, dedicated professionals. Where our team members are committed to apply their talents to a purpose greater than the task at hand. We want to make a difference in the lives of people in our communities and on a national and global level. Whatever your career passion, when you choose to work at Aero Air, you'll be joining a team that is supportive, collaborative and everyone is treated like family.

Aero Air is the parent company of Erickson Aero Tanker (EAT). EAT operates year-round firefighting operations in support of our government contracts.

We invite applicants for the position of Avionics Technician located in Madras, Oregon!

We offer a very competitive wage and benefit package! Our benefits include relocation reimbursement, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) plan with an automatic 3% employer provided safe harbor contribution upon hire, healthcare coverage including medical, dental, vision, employer funded health reimbursement arrangement, employee paid life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, corporate discount program on things like travel, gym memberships and more!

Position Summary

The Avionics Technician supports Aero Air / Erickson Aero Tanker avionics needs by installing, inspecting, testing, adjusting, troubleshooting, and repairing avionics equipment such as radio, navigation, autopilot or other control systems in aircraft.

Required Duties and Responsibilities - Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the required duties and responsibilities.

• Research technical data and perform inspection, testing, adjusting, and repair of avionics equipment.
• Inspect components of avionics equipment for defects, such as loose connections and frayed wire, and for accuracy of assembly and installation.
• Test avionics equipment under simulated or actual operating conditions to determine performance and airworthiness.
• Continual use of test equipment, such as comm / nav / pulse simulators, digital meters and counters, and circuit analyzers.
• Adjust, repair, or replace defective components based on analysis of test results.
• Lay out installation of aircraft assemblies and systems, following documentation such as blueprints, schematics, handbooks, and other technical documents.
• Calibrate installed or repaired equipment to prescribed specifications.
• Keep records of maintenance and repair work.
• Occasional travel to perform duties away from base.
• Repair and maintenance of company equipment.
• Maintains reliable, regular, and predictable attendance.
• Successful completion and favorable results of pre-employment drug screen and criminal history background check.
• Coordinate all 'AOG' activities, the troubleshooting of instruments, components, and assemblies, using circuit testers, voltmeters, or other test equipment.
• Adhere to all FAA Regulations, the Aero Air Repair Station Manual, Operations Manual and all other Quality Manuals and or Regulations, ensuring that all documents are signed off completely, properly, and timely in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Coordinates all activities with Maintenance Control and management team and crew chiefs as necessary. Update manager regarding aircraft status. Responsible for tasks, orders parts, assures accurate documentation, inspect completed work, completes operation tests and preliminary post-work inspections, and completes work order forms.
• Accountable for tracking and accurately reporting all time worked and expenses incurred on a weekly basis with no exception. Failure to comply with accurate tracking requirements may result in the technician's removal from the crew. Ability to occasionally pre-book travel for reimbursement.
• Our contract with the USFS requires 2 days off in any 14-day window with a duty day of no more than 16 hours on during a 24-hour period. Crew members may relocate to different Tanker bases daily. Other government contracts may vary.
• Must be willing and able to work outdoors for long periods of time, utilizing various types of equipment, stands, ladders, boom lifts, scissor lifts, tugs, forklifts, etc.
• Scheduled maintenance is accomplished during non-flying hours, sunset to sunrise.
• During flying hours, can be required to help with fueling, retardant loading and other misc. tasks.
• Adhere to all Aero Air / Erickson Aero Tanker policies and standards of conduct.
• In addition to the duties listed, Avionics Technicians will be required to perform all other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

Working Conditions

Physical Requirements

Under the Department of Transportation-Federal Aviation Administration (DOT-FAA), the above listed position is categorized as a safety sensitive role. DOT-FAA regulations require Aero Air to inform applicants of the five (5) drug categories tested for during the post-offer, pre-employment drug test and while employed if selected for a random drug test; they include marijuana, amphetamines, cocaine, opioids, and phencyclidine.

Aero Air is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination against any person for any reason. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, familial status, parental status, protected veteran status, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

As an equal opportunity employer, Aero Air is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If interested in applying with Aero Air and need special assistance or accommodation, please contact us at

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DISCLAIMER : This position requires having a valid U.S. / state issued driver's license with clean driving record and successful results from pre-employment drug test and criminal background check.

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