AAR Avionics Tech Jobs in Uganda

AAR Avionics Tech Jobs in Uganda

Summary:

Responsible for inspecting, testing, adjusting and repairing avionics equipment such as radar, radio, pulse navigation autopilot and compass systems using hand tool, computers and test equipment to ensure airworthiness of the aircraft and its systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Inspect components of avionics equipment for defects, such as loose connections and frayed wire, and for accuracy of assembly and installation.
  • Read and interpret manufacturer and airline maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other related documentation to determine feasibility and method of altering or repairing the aircraft and its associated components, determining the airworthiness of the aircraft and its associated components and replacement for malfunctioning or damaged components.
  • Test avionics equipment under simulated or actual operating conditions to determine performance and airworthiness, using test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, digital meters and counters, and circuit analyzers.
  • Troubleshoot, repair and replace electrical wiring and associated components.
  • Adjust, repair or replace defective components based on analysis of test results, following blueprints, schematics, handbooks, and other technical documents, using hand tools.
  • Calibrate installed or repaired equipment to prescribed specifications.
  • Operate ground station for air-to-station check of radar or other equipment.
  • Fabricate wiring harnesses.
  • Comply with Avionics upgrades and modifications.
  • Interact with Company maintenance control, the customer and manufacturer in matters that concern the airworthiness of the aircraft, operational readiness of the aircraft and issues related to the troubleshooting of the aircrafts system.
  • Must have knowledge of U.S. Army Manual 95-1and DA /DOS PAM 738-750 / 751 or U.S. Air Force Technical Orders along with maintenance sections of the certificate holders maintenance manual, the operations specifications, the provisions and applicable parts of FAR Part 135.
  • Position requires U.S. Security Clearance.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

    Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Provide Host Nation training and oversight of avionics mechanics in support of performing maintenance on aircraft and their associated engines and sub-systems to ensure airworthiness.
  • Provide oversight and training for maintenance contractors if required.
  • Assist with the development of a HN mechanic training program and the creation of targeted On the Job (OJT) training modules to address capability deficiencies when identified.
  • Comply with technical data as outlined in US army Manual 95-1 and DA/DOS PAM 738-750/751 or U.S. Air Force Technical Order and DoS supplements and SOPs.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

    Education Required:
  • High School diploma or GED.
  • Graduate of two (2) year electronics/avionics technical school or equivalent experience.

    Skills and Experience Required:
  • Minimum eight (8) years experience in aircraft installation, inspection, maintenance and repair.
  • Must have experience with working from blueprint drawings, diagram, specifications, service manuals, sketches, templates and other technical data.
  • Current Radiotelephone License issued by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
  • Host
    nation language proficiency per contract requirement.
  • Previous experience in a maintenance training or quality control capacity.
  • Strong electrical/avionics background on program fleet types.
  • Current FAA issued Mechanic certificate with Airframe rating.
  • Previous experience working in a Host Nation program.

    Qualifications
  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
  • The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
  • Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    Core Competencies:
  • Focus on Results - Able to plan and organize work to achieve goals; achieves targeted results with minimal supervision; is accountable for own actions.
  • Communications - Possess excellent verbal & written communications skills; Provides timely, well organized verbal & written information that is audience appropriate; listens attentively to others and retains/processes information.
  • Teamwork - Builds alliances, partnerships & collaboration with others including those different from him/her; deals tactfully with others; assumes helps with a variety of team roles.
  • Strategic Planning & Decision-Making - Develops strategic short & long term plans; arranges priorities, distinguishing urgent, important and unimportant in order to meet goals & deadlines; consults & collaborates with appropriate people.
  • Initiative & Innovation - Generates new ideas personally & encourage team to do the same; stays up-to-date on technology & approaches to work; provides creative solutions & input when faced with challenges.
  • Interpersonal Relationships - Builds effective relationships with internal & external customers; ability to work independently and coordinate work with others; resolves conflicts in a professional manner.
  • Quality & Safety - Adheres to all safety & security policies and regulations; demonstrates quality work that is accurate, thorough & efficient.
  • Continuous Improvement - Examines personal & organizational processes, promotes opportunities for improvement; analyzes successes & failures to learn and improve.
  • Training & Development - Completes required & suggested training; shows eagerness and capacity to learn; receptive to coaching & feedback.
  • Integrity - Committed to passionately and consistently promoting a professional culture that is trustworthy, honest, socially responsible, and where differences are respected and valued.

    How to Apply
  • Interested and qualified candidates should apply online by 4th August 2019
  • For more information and job application details, see; AAR Avionics Tech Jobs in Uganda

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