Aerospace and Defense, Assembly Equipment, Aviation Industry, Avionics, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Data Collection, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Electronics, English Language, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Failure Analysis, Failure Reporting Analysis and Corrective Action System (FRACAS), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Flight Navigation, Hand Tools, High School Diploma, Identify Issues, Inventory Management, Inventory Planning, Lean Six Sigma, Mechanical Assembly, Military, OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer), Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA), Product Costing, Regulations, Safety/Work Safety, Small Company, Soldering, Surface Mount Technology, System Test, Team Player, Technical Recruiting, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Test Equipment, Testing, Training/Teaching, Wire Harness
HEICO Aerospace is a very successful, fast-paced subsidiary of HEICO Corporation, a NYSE-traded company (NYSE: HEI, HEI.A). For more than 68 years, HEICO has thrived by serving niche segments of the aerospace, defense, and electronics industries by providing innovative and cost-saving products and services. HEICO Aerospace’s high-energy culture focuses our Team Members’ on providing high quality products and services to our customer base, which is made up of most of the world’s airlines. Our “work hard, play hard” approach creates a dynamic environment that challenges our team members to perform their best. Forbes Magazine has ranked HEICO as one of the 200 “Best Small Companies” and 200 “Hot Shot Stocks”.
Inertial Aerospace, a HEICO Company is hiring an Avionics Engineering Technician to join our Engineering team. Inertial Aerospace has decades of experience in the aviation industry and continues to be the leader in the repair of inertial navigation equipment and aircraft avionics. The company was acquired by HEICO Corporation in 2001 and continues to play a critical role within the industry known for its innovation.
The Avionics Engineering Technician supports engineering activities for designing and maintaining current Test Equipment and Systems. This role is responsible for performing maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, assembly and testing of avionics test equipment. The ideal candidate combines strong technical depth in test systems with excellent attention to detail and a desire to perform their job function correctly and consistently.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, assembly and testing of avionics test equipment.
- Provide support in failure analysis and root cause corrective action of test equipment and systems.
- Support development, maintenance, approval of test procedures, and gathering of engineering data.
- Perform electrical and mechanical assembly of systems for testing Avionics.
- Perform THT/SMT solder/rework, printed circuit board assembly, cable assembly, and system wiring.
- Perform basic troubleshooting to locate and diagnose failures, as well as perform calibrations using standard electronic equipment.
- Manage workload, parts inventory, and planning of maintenance activities as instructed.
- Read, write and comprehend English written technical documentation.
- Perform tasks requiring the use of a various hand and power tools.
- Perform other activities as assigned by management.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum: High School diploma with 5+ years of documented experience and demonstrated ability to perform assigned technical tasks
- Strong knowledge of Test Equipment and Systems, electronic troubleshooting, and failure analysis
- Experience with engineering documentation, repair specifications, and test procedures
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- FAA Required pre-employment drug screening
- Must be legally authorized to work in the USA.
Preferred Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in aerospace, with significant experience in maintaining and supporting test equipment and systems
- Working knowledge of FAA Part 145 repair station requirements and related regulations
- Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience
- Prior experience supporting airline, military, or OEM customers
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
- Opportunities for career growth
- Collaborative, safety-focused, and quality-driven culture
Equal Opportunity Employer
HEICO is an equal opportunity employer. This is a great position for someone who loves challenges, a chance to learn an exciting business, and looking for an opportunity to grow within a successful company.
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HEICO Corporation
HEICO Corporation is a successful and growing technology-driven aerospace, industrial, defense and electronics company. For more than 60 years, HEICO has thrived by providing customers with innovative and cost-saving products and services.
HEICO's products are found on large commercial aircraft, regional, business and military aircraft, as well as on a large variety of industrial turbines, targeting systems, missiles and electro-optical devices.
HEICO Corporation is a New York Stock Exchange listed company (NYSE: HEI and HEI.A) and has also been ranked as one of the 100 "World's Most Innovative Growth Companies", 100 "Best Small Companies" and 200 "Hot Shot Stocks" by Forbes over the past decade. With headquarters in Hollywood, Florida, and multiple locations around the world - HEICO provides over 1 million square feet of design, manufacturing, repair, overhaul, distribution, sales and support capabilities.
HEICO Corporation operates in two segments, the Flight Support group and the Electronic Technologies group. The Flight Support group designs, engineers, manufactures, repairs, distributes and overhauls FAA-approved parts that extend over the entire aircraft, from the engines all the way to hydraulic, pneumatic, electromechanical, avionic, structures, wheels and brakes and even interiors.
The Electronic Technologies group produces electrical and electro-optical systems and components serving niche segments of the aerospace, defense, communications, and computer industries. The Electronic Technologies group is a worldwide leader in the design, manufacture and sale of electrically and electro-optical engineered products used in the aerospace, defense, space, and electronics industries.
By combining state-of-the-art technologies, a team of highly skilled Team Members and an indisputable commitment to quality, both segments have constantly delivered invaluable solutions to customers over the years, helping to position them as leaders within their industries.