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SkyWest Airlines Avionics Technician - BNA in Nashville, Tennessee
About SkyWest
Looking for the next step in your Aircraft Maintenance career? As a SkyWest Avionics Technician, you will be a part of a fast-paced environment full of variety that puts your talent to work on our growing fleet of aircraft. Plus, those with military A&P experience are eligible for a $7,500 bonus with a commitment to work at SkyWest for at least three years. This rewarding opportunity will help you gain new skills as you work nose-to-tail on our aircraft, belong to a world-class family of fellow mechanics, and have a crucial impact on the entire SkyWest operation.
Primary Job Duties
Meet all FAA and safety-related Requirements
Effectively troubleshoot all aircraft systems
Make timely, critical decisions regarding aircraft safety
Responsible for proficiency in all documentation and paperwork, including parts paperwork
In a hangar environment, a technician will be performing avionics inspections, routine maintenance (e.g., FOQA downloads), and troubleshooting systems
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Requirements
Hold a valid FAA-issued A&P certificate
Additional experience and training in any of the following is preferred:
Graduated from an accredited avionics school
Military training in avionics or electronics
Associate's degree or higher in electronics
Eighteen months’ experience in the avionics industry
Meet all FAA and safety Requirements
Familiar with, read, and understand company, manufacturer, and wire-diagram manuals, including schematics
Possess basic avionics skills
Work history demonstrates being a self-starter, working well in a team environment, and effectively using aircraft manuals to troubleshoot and repair aircraft avionics and electrical systems
Possess a valid, unrestricted driver’s license
Have a minimum set of tools (see minimum tool list)
Problem-solving and organizational skills are required
Work varying shifts including, nights, weekends, and holidays
Exercise good judgment in working with people in a team environment as well as in aircraft maintenance and safety
Physical and Other Requirements
Comfortably lift 60 lbs. routinely, with or without reasonable accommodation
This is a Department of Transportation safety-sensitive position
Please complete the online application. Qualified applicants will be contacted.
This position will require the selected candidate to travel outside the station for training, in addition to the completion of their new hire onboarding.
This job posting may have an additional video or phone interview requirement. Please monitor your email and junk folder for additional instructions.
SkyWest is committed to maintaining a working environment of satisfying employment and mutual respect for all of our employees, regardless of race, color, national ancestory, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, religion, medical condition, disability, pregnancy, age or military status. We have specific training plans and programs in place to maintain such an environment.