Responsibilities:
• Supervise installation, testing, and repair of avionics systems. • Oversee complex diagnostics and troubleshooting tasks. • Ensure all maintenance activities are documented and compliant with regulations. • Conduct advanced training sessions for avionics staff. • Develop and implement maintenance procedures. • Coordinate with other departments to ensure efficient operations. • Maintain high standards of safety and work quality. • This is a direct hire role within SNC.
Qualifications You Must Have:
• High school diploma or equivalent. • 5+ years of relevant experience. • Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience. • Expertise in avionics systems and regulatory compliance. • Ability to understand and interpret moderately complex, technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and/or publications; ability to route wires per technical drawings. • Advanced skills with moderately complex avionics installation tooling, wiring, wiring repair, wiring installation, soldering, and crimping techniques. • Must have own tools in good working order.
Qualifications We Prefer:
• Associates degree in Avionics, Electronics, or a related field. • Leadership experience in a maintenance environment. • Advanced problem-solving and decision-making skills. • Familiarity with FCC and FCC General Radio Operator License (GROL). • Ability to mentor and guide subordinates. • Basic understanding of spectrometer, Oscilloscope, and/or Pitot static equipment. • Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense, or US Military.
Essential Functions:
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly. • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during the work shift. • Hand and finger dexterity to work with small mechanical components and tools. • Ability to work in a noisy environment with potential exposure to hazardous materials. • Ability to travel frequently to customer locations, sometimes on short notice. • Ability to work in a combination of office and field environments. • Ability to read detailed technical manuals, schematics, and computer screens. • Ability to inspect and troubleshoot equipment and systems accurately. • Ability to hear and understand spoken communication in noisy environments, such as industrial sites or construction areas. • Ability to detect auditory signals from machinery or equipment, which may indicate issues. • Ability to navigate various work environments, including climbing ladders, crawling in confined spaces, and working at heights. • Ability to drive or operate a vehicle for frequent travel to customer locations. • High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all tasks, including repairs, installations, and maintenance. • Ability to follow detailed instructions and adhere to safety protocols. • Strong awareness of safety protocols and ability to adhere to safety guidelines in potentially hazardous environments. • Ability to identify and mitigate potential safety hazards.
This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.
SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.
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SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. Were known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nations most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!
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Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is a world-class prime systems integrator and electronic systems provider known for its rapid, innovative, and agile technology solutions. Fast-growing and widely diversified, SNC is a high-tech electronics, engineering, and manufacturing corporation that continues to expand its impressive portfolio of capabilities, programs, products and services.
SNC is a privately held company under the leadership of CEO, Fatih Ozmen, and President and CFO, Eren Ozmen. Over the last 30 years under the Ozmen’s leadership, SNC has remained focused on providing its customers the very best in diversified technologies to meet their needs and has a strong and proven track record of success. Headquartered in Sparks, Nevada, SNC is the Top Woman Owned Federal Contractor in the United States.
Since SNC was founded in 1963, its strong tradition has been to develop and provide high technology Electronics, Avionics, and Communications systems. Investing heavily over the years in people, processes, modern facilities, and the state-of-the-art equipment, SNC continues to enhance our technical advantage to provide innovative and cost-effective solutions to our customer’s requirements. With numerous successful and diverse acquisitions, SNC continues to acquire new capabilities as we expand our tradition of excellence into the areas of Renewable Energy, Telemedicine, Nanotechnology, Cyber, Net-Centric Operations, Microsatellites and Human Space Flight.
SNC employs an extremely talented workforce of over 2100 people most of whom are scientists, engineers, or technical personnel with college or advanced degrees, and all of whom are dedicated to satisfying our customers' needs. Our 7 different Business Areas operate from 31 locations in 16 states along with numerous customer support sites located throughout the world. Please take a look around our website as it provides much more information about SNC to include a detailed de ion of each Business Area and their respective capabilities, programs, products, and services.