Avionics Engineer - Karratha

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Avionics Engineer to join our team in Karratha, Western Australia. The main role of the Avionics Engineer is to identify and correct malfunctioning jet, turboprop, and reciprocating multi-engine aircraft mechanical components and systems. Performs annual and progressive inspections as well as modification work on customer aircraft.

JOB DUTIES:

·       Performs a variety of diagnostic and mechanical duties on one or more jet and/or turboprop, aircraft models involving diagnoses of malfunctions and required disassembly, rework, repair, replacement, reassembly, or adjustment of various aircraft systems to prepare aircraft mechanically for flight and delivery to customer.

·       Requires thorough knowledge of aircraft engines, mechanical systems, and components on all assigned aircraft.

·       Checks, corrects, or replaces a variety of complex aircraft assemblies, landing gear systems, air conditioner system, pressurization system, and optional equipment installations.

·       Repairs or replaces engine components and accessory items such as fuel control units, fuel injection system, air bleed system, oil and fuel pumps, starter/generators, and hydraulic and vacuum pumps.

·       Requires knowledge of annual and progressive inspection procedures set forth in aircraft maintenance manuals. Performs modification work on aircraft systems and structures.

·       Responsible for clear, concise, and accurate written reports in logs, inspection reports and in parts identification for issue and return documents.

·       Conducts functional checks, engine test runs, instrument tests and alignment, and preventive maintenance on same. Rigging, synchronizing of throttles, and setting the stops.

·       May be required to observe operation of mechanical systems during flight and troubleshoot problems for in-shop repairs.

·       Performs duties in a manner consistent with the latest state of the art and highest standards of safety for maintaining aircraft in the most airworthy and reliable condition for the customers' safety.

·       Uses tensiometers, micrometers, pressure gauges, dial gauges, vacuum gauges, and a variety of hand tools to repair and modify systems or assemblies

EDUCATION:

·       Must hold a B2 CASA license

EXPERIENCE:

·      Type rated on a Citation 560 with a JT15 Series

·      Ability to operate hand tools, power tools and measuring instruments necessary to perform job assignments 

·       Must be able to read and write in English.

·       Outstanding customer service abilities required

·       Experience on Business aviation

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.