Avionics Technician (Aerospace)

Location: Mountain View, California, United States; on-site

Salary: $45–$62 per hour, with an annual bonus and additional benefits.

Company

hirify.global is an aerospace start-up developing revolutionary airships and research and development flight vehicles.

What you will do

• Install, remove, terminate, and test avionics and electrical components and systems.
• Fabricate and maintain wiring harnesses, including ring-out and functional testing.
• Troubleshoot and repair malfunctioning electrical and avionics systems in accordance with engineering specifications, drawings, and maintenance manuals.
• Set up test equipment and conduct functional and operational tests to evaluate system performance and reliability.
• Document aircraft work completely and prepare installations for inspection.
• Provide flight operational support and follow FOD, tool control, 6-S, environmental health, and safety requirements.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of avionics experience; 5 or more years preferred.
• Four years of experience in an avionics or electrical career field, or two years of accredited aviation electronics schooling plus two years of aviation experience.
• Experience with electrical wiring harness maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and cockpit avionics retrofits.
• Knowledge of high-voltage electrical systems, ESC, BMS, and batteries.
• Proficiency with multimeters, crimpers, high-voltage testers, calibrated tools, calipers, micrometers, torque wrenches, and other hand tools.
• Ability to operate lifts and maintenance platforms, obtain a DOT driver license, pass a background check, and complete a drug test where applicable.

Nice to have

• Experience managing installation teams.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant license.
• Familiarity with Google Suite and other basic technology.

Culture & Benefits

• Relocation assistance is available.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan, with individual premiums fully paid.
• Company-paid life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
• Parental leave, generous PTO, and 10 paid holidays.
• 401(k) matching up to 6%, wellness and cell phone stipends, and an annual education stipend for certifications or classes.
• Daily lunch and snacks, team events, and opportunities to participate in airship rides.