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Careers at Semiplane Avionics

We are growing and in need of talented individuals to join our team in Lufkin, Texas. Our goals are both customer and employee satisfaction and to create a work environment where you can reach your full potential in aviation maintenance.

Our Lufkin facility we will be focussed on performing major instrument panel upgrades on the Piper PA46 series of aircraft. You will be working on high end turbocharged and turbine aircraft giving them the latest in engine and flight instrumentation. A broad skillset that encompasses not only tradditional A&P skills but also includes electrical harness design, computer assisted design (CAD) and a strong background knowledge of electronics will be a great asset to the successful candidate.

Apply now for a competitive salary and benefits. Please send your resume with relevant work experience to valerie@semiplane.com

Our Current Career Openings:

Lead Avionics Tech./ Supervisor

Performs installations of Glass panel avionics including GPS, Com, Nav, weather, traffic advisory and flight control systems. Assists in the fabrication and design of instrument panels. The lead tech supervises shop personnel and provides guidance to organize complex avionics installations.

essential functions:

- typical maintenance functions such as cabling, component removal/ installation, wire harness removal/ installation, fabrication/ alteration of wire harness assemblies and electrical continuity checks

- fabricates and installs wiring assemblies and associated sheet metal panels and brackets.

- removes and installs avionics systems

- fabricates and leak tests pitot-static systems. Performs required pitot-static and transponder ramp tests. Proficient with ramp test equipment for altimeter, transponder and nav systems

- follows manufacturer's aircraft maintenance manuals, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, illustrated parts catalog and service bulletins.

- reads electrical schematics and uses them to troubleshoot and repair aircraft avionics systems.

- configures and verifies correct function of aircraft electronics from Garmin, Avidyne, Dynon and other manufacturers

- executes all required documentation as work is being completed in connection with assigned duties.

- uses and operates ground support equipment, as applicable in a safe manner.

- completes assignments with little or no rework.

- works with management to develop work schedules

- act as a mentor and helps train less experienced avionics technicians.

- interface effectively with members of management and coworkers

qualifications:

-3 years experience as an avionics tech with supervisory experience. A&P with IA desired.

- able to understand, read and write English.

compensation:

competitive salary, company provided health and dental, relocation package and bonus program

subsidized flight training

Avionics Tech I

Works with supervision to install avionics in aircraft.

essential functions:

- typical maintenance actions such as cabling, component removal/ installation, wire harness removal/ installation. fabrication / alteration of wire harness assemblies and electrical continuity checks

- fabricates and installs wiring assemblies and associated sheet metal panels and brackets.

- follows manufacturer's aircraft maintenance manuals, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, illustrated parts manuals and service bulletins.

- executes all required documentation as work is being completed in connection with assigned duties.

- uses and operates ground support equipment, as applicable in a safe manner.

- basic computer skills - MS Word, Excel,

qualifications:

- two year technical degree in avionics, electronics or related field desired

- A & P certificate desired but not required

- able to read, write and understand English

compensation:'

- competitive salary, company provided health and dental insurance, relocation package and bonus program

-subsidized flight training to help further your career in aviation