Avionics Technician/Aircraft Electrician

JOB DESCRIPTION

Griffon Aerospace, a leader in the exciting Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) industry, is seeking a talented Avionics Technician/Aircraft Electrician to fabricate, test, and support the operation of UASs and other aerospace-based products. This position is within the Griffon Manufacturing organization and interfaces with Griffon's Engineering, Flight Test and UAS Flight Operations Staff. The growing Madison, AL-based small business is seeking innovative individuals who want to join an up tempo, maker culture that proudly provides products and services to support the American Warfighter!

REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

• Read and understand technical drawings, datasheets, and work instructions
• Use of DMM, dc power supplies and battery chargers for setup and testing
• Use electronic, hand, power, and pneumatic tools
• Soldering of circuit and harness assemblies
• Assembly of electromechanical systems/sub-systems
• Familiarity with AS9100 quality programs
• Modification and fabrication of electrical harnesses, RF cables and assemblies
• Installation avionics modules, harnesses and RF cables into UAV airframes
• Installation, testing and troubleshooting of combustion engine and fuel system installations
• Setup equipment for outdoor testing for systems operation and test data collection
• Keep organized and maintain all work related tools, test equipment, fixtures, etc.
• Ability to travel on a limited basis to remote testing ranges
• High School Graduate
• Ability to lift 35 lbs often and work standing up for a full 8hr shift

DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

• Training & knowledge of UAV, UAS and/or FAA aviation avionics electronics and standard fabrication practices
• Current training to IPC/WHMA-A-620, J-STD-001, NASA STD 8739.4, or comparable
• Testing and troubleshooting of airframe harness and electronic assemblies
• Setup and testing of heavy fuel engine systems
• Repair and calibration of avionics modules according to specifications
• Experience with LAN data cables and RF communication coax fabrication and antenna installation
• Write procedures, update BOMs and other related documentation
• Computer communication skills in Outlook, Word, Excel CAD/CAM
• Applicable technical degree or equivalent military experience

JOB LOCATION

• Madison, Alabama, United States

POSITION TYPE

• Full-Time/Regular

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS

• Competitive Salary/Comprehensive Benefits Package

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED

• Yes

ABILITY TO OBTAIN A SECURITY CLEARANCE

• Yes