Avionics, Circuit Components, Communication Skills, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Electrical Components, Electrical Wiring, Electronics, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Flight Navigation, Functional Testing, Hand Tools, Identify Issues, Installation Guide, Interpersonal Skills, Maintenance Services, Manual Dexterity, Military Electronics, Organizational Skills, Oscilloscope, Problem Solving Skills, Project Engineering, Schematics, Soldering, Surface Mount Technology, Technical Consulting, Technical Writing, Test Equipment, Testing, Traceability
Building the future of custom avionic control panels since 1946.
Gables Engineering, a HEICO company, designs and manufactures best‑in‑class avionics controls—and we’re looking for talent to help drive what’s next at our Coral Gables, Florida facility.
POSITION: Avionics Repair Technician
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Non-Exempt
REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Repair Station
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Repair Technician is responsible for inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing and testing communication, navigation and flight control (ATC, ADF, TCAS, Audio) panels.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs repairs by conducting various functional tests on single, dual and multiple head control panels (TCAS, ACP, mechanical units) to diagnose and troubleshoot component boards to the component level.
- Uses standard test equipment such as power supplies, multimeters which measure voltage/current/resistance, function generators, and oscilliscopes.
- Adjusts and replaces defective or improperly functioning circuitry and electronic components (thru hole or surface mount) using hand tools such as pliers, screwdrivers, soldering irons and vacuum desoldering guns.
- Consults technical manuals, test procedures, schematics and wiring diagrams to solve component and circuit problems.
- Provides written repair estimates to customers as necessary based on complexity of repair work.
- Enters description of work completed on work orders and properly documents removal and installation of parts in accordance with FAA traceability standards.
- Tracks and closes work orders using in-house IFS ERP system.
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.
- 5+ years of electronics 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 required.
- 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 V/D.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/DisabledH
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.