Job Description
Gables Engineering Inc, a HEICO company, is a leader in custom avionic controls and advanced cockpit solutions. Our engineers stay at the cutting edge of control panel technology, partnering closely with aircraft operators to deliver tailored solutions for modern fleets. We are vertically integrated, enabling faster design‑to‑production cycles, superior quality control, and reliable on‑time delivery. At Gables, innovation moves quickly—from concept to cockpit.
POSITION: PC Test Technician I
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Non-Exempt
REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Testing
POSITION SUMMARY:
The PC Test Technician I is responsible for inspecting and testing electronic aircraft components on communication, navigation and flight control systems.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conducts operational, visual and functional testing to ensure strict compliance with Gables Engineering’s Quality standards. Tests include:
- Visual inspection
- Continuity tests
- Functional tests
- Software flashing
- Utilizes test equipment to monitor and simulate transmission of data along ARINC 429, CSDB signals and CAN simulator
- Documents test results via acceptance test reports ensuring UUT has complete testing documentation and is ready for inspection
- Diagnoses the cause of malfunctions, identifies failures, and performs basic repairs of defective components based on analysis of test results
- Participates in audits conducted by clients and Federal Aviation Administration personnel as necessary
- Strong computer knowledge to run dedicated testing software
JOB SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Strong electronic theory and troubleshooting skills (component level)
- Ability to read and interpret drawing, schematics, and technical manuals
- Knowledge of various test equipment to include multimeters, oscilloscopes, and other special avionic test equipment to support environmental testing
- Good organizational skills and the ability to support several projects and engineers while balancing priorities and schedules as necessary
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate well with employees at all levels
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
- S. degree in electronics or equivalent military/technical trade experience
- Minimum 1 year of electronic experience (avionics preferred)
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Light Work- This role may require exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to lift carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Most essential functions are performed while sitting but walking and standing is occasionally
- Manual dexterity is required in the assembly or fabrication of parts which may result in the repetitive motion of the wrists, hands, and fingers.
- Visual acuity is required for visual inspection of boards involving small defects, small parts, using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes.
Gables Engineering is a drug free workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer D/V.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Coral Gables, FL |
| Industry | Aerospace and Defense |
| Company Size | 5,000 to 9,999 employees |
| Year Founded | 1957 |
| Website | https://www.heico.com/ |
About Company
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.
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