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$48.00/hr - $52.00/hr

Spirit Aeronautics is a hybrid Maintenance and Avionics shop located in the Signature FBO at CMH, and is seeking an Avionics Manager to oversee and execute advanced avionics installations, troubleshooting, and inspections on corporate aircraft. This role requires expertise in avionics systems such as Collins Pro Line, Honeywell Primus, Garmin flight decks, and GoGo Air to Ground Systems, as well as a strong understanding of business-class jets, including Challenger, Learjet, Citation, Falcon, and Embraer models.

The right candidate is prepared to lead and eager to work. We are a small company with the ability to be flexible and prioritize work-life balance.

Position Overview:

Spirit Aeronautics is seeking a highly skilledAvionics & Maintenance Leadto oversee and execute bothadvanced avionics installations and aircraft maintenanceon corporate aircraft. This dual-role position requires expertise inavionics systemsas well as strong proficiency inaircraft mechanical systemsand maintenance.

The ideal candidate will lead installation and maintenance projects, mentor junior technicians, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance withFAA regulations. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced aviation professional looking to broaden their expertise inboth avionics and maintenance disciplines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the installation, troubleshooting, and inspection of avionics systems on business-class jets, including Challenger, Learjet, Citation, Falcon, and Embraer models.
• Perform avionics modifications, including wiring harness fabrication, integration of flight decks, radar systems, communication, and navigation upgrades.
• Interpret and apply aircraft system drawings, wiring diagrams, maintenance manuals, and blueprints.
• Conduct functional and operational tests on avionics components to evaluate performance and reliability.
• Ensure compliance withFAA regulationsand Spirit Aeronautics'Repair Station Manual (RSM)for all avionics installations and repairs.
• Maintain and calibrate avionics test equipment, ensuring proper use and storage.
• Utilize Corridor Aviation Service Software for tracking work order progress and generating logbook entries.

Maintenance Responsibilities:

• Complete all maintenance activities on aircraft as assigned.
• Demonstrate effective maintenance repair techniques using FAA & Industry accepted practices, and tooling.
• Perform advanced aircraft modifications, sheet metal repair, corrosion, landing gear, or engine removals.
• Ensure all work is completed per the maintenance manual, service bulletin, Spirit Avionics RSM, FAA FAR or other approved documentation.
• Conductscheduled and unscheduled inspections, including RVSM certifications,91.411/91.413 pitot-static checks, and ELT checks.
• Work closely with Quality Inspectors to ensure full compliance with all internal andFAA inspection requirements.
• Provide mentorship to junior technicians and ensure adherence to best practices in both avionics and maintenance disciplines.
• Maintain asafe and organizedwork environment, ensuring all tools and equipment are in proper working order.

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

• Employment typeFull-time

• Job functionEngineering and Information Technology
• IndustriesAirlines and Aviation

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