Avionics Engineer

West Star is the fastest growing maintenance repair organization in the industry and we recognize this is the result of our talented team of trusted employees working together to deliver customer service excellence. We are committed to providing our employees with personal and professional growth opportunities while fostering a culture of respect and well-being with a small company feel.

When you join our team we don’t think you should have to wait for your benefits to kick in. That’s why when you start, they start with you! This includes medical, dental, 401K match, time off accruals, weekly pay days and much more. We don’t want you to live to work, we want you to work and live.

What you can expect as an Avionics Engineer at West Star:

The Avionics Systems Engineer will possess the skills and knowledge to take necessary risks and challenges of developmental work and produce a new or better product. Duties include troubleshooting aircraft related Avionics problems and the determination of the source of the problem. Provide design modifications to solve Avionics and Electrical problems within the limitation of FAA Codes pertaining to the specified aircraft and provide necessary analysis if needed. Provide engineering documentation for design changes plus liaison work with installation personnel. Additional duties include creation of custom designs, where applicable. Will be required to work independently and to be involved in multiple projects at the same time. Sound engineering judgment and unfailing integrity are a must. Will have some direct customer contact

You will be ESSENTIAL to many FUNCTIONS including:

• Provide installation drawings to the Avionics installation department for installation of new systems.
• Provide guidance for the avionics installation department during the installation process.
• Assist Avionics/Maintenance departments in troubleshooting various avionics/electrical problems on aircraft.
• Provide documentation for STC and Field approvals, Electrical load analysis, Wire Routing, Installation Guidelines, etc.
• Systematically troubleshoot Avionics and their support systems.
• Assist the actual installation and troubleshooting process and function within the Technician role, as needed.
• General knowledge of required drawings and specifications, including the production of drawings, reading, interpreting and making changes to drawings and specifications.
• General knowledge of all related Avionics systems, including their installation, testing, troubleshooting, removal, upgrades, and integration requirements.
• Knowledge of current advances in Avionics system development
• Collaborate with others to produce innovative ideas and participate in the decision making process.
• The ability to make decisions regarding problems, changes, and or disagreements within the framework of the installations and troubleshooting processes.
• Approving West Star’s drawings, Engineering Change Notices, etc.
• Performing engineering analysis relative to the assigned engineering discipline.
• Provide technical supervision and support for Engineer, Designer I and Designer II personnel.

• Maintaining customer schedules and work quality.
• Perform engineering analysis of data in support of Field Approvals and STC projects.
• Creating and submitting engineering drawings and illustrations on CAD software.
• Creating and submitting engineering documents using word processing software.
• Work independently of projects as assigned.
• Assist with FAA certification aspects of Engineering Department functions.

• Effectively and clearly communicate (i.e., speak, write, read) in English
• Any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

What you’ll need to bring with you:

Your Education/Experience:

A High school diploma or equivalent,

4 year degree from accredited college or university in Avionics or related experience

A valid driver’s license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal, but not mandatory.

Must have advanced knowledge of CAD

Sufficient to be designated as a Designated Engineering Representative by the FAA.

Experience performing data analysis and substantiation in primary engineering discipline

Experience writing engineering reports and/or technical papers

Experience in customer support, including technical support

FAA certification processes and paperwork experience

Your Initiative:

We’re looking for team players who are self-motivated and able to perform in a fast paced environment where working under specific deadlines and time constraints will be common.

Your Sense of Responsibility:

Must perform all work in accordance with the Federal Aviation Regulation guidelines.

Must follow all company and safety rules while performing duties.

Must have a working knowledge of West Star quality and engineering policies.

Approve data as being adequate, for West Star

Support the work of multiple projects

Assist shop members in daily operations and duties

Completion of FAA paperwork

Maintain customer oriented work habits

Initiate daily contact with Team Leaders at the assigned aircraft or project site

Must have a working knowledge of West Star quality and engineering policies.

Other particulars:

Physical Requirements

Lifts 50 lbs.

Routine walking, bending and squatting or sitting.

Routine or repetitive physical motion with arms and hands.

Climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas

Standing and sitting for long periods of time.

Advanced personal computer operations

Varied positions in and around an aircraft, including tight quarters

Mental Requirements

Understanding and implementation of regulations and guidelines.

Ability to troubleshoot or evaluate system operation.

Ability to work with others in a professional manner.

Ability to understand, implement and interpret the Federal Aviation Regulations and West Star Aviation written policies.

Capable of reading and understanding technical data relating to the engineering aspects of aircraft maintenance and certification.

Posses competent technical writing skills.

Posses the math skills required to perform engineering analysis.

Ability to analyze new information and draw correct conclusions.

Ability to coordinate projects.

Team environment skills.

High level of math and technical writing skills.

Able to efficiently run CAD, word processing, spreadsheet and database software

Working Conditions

Work in an office environment, heated maintenance and paint hangar environments.

Occasional work in outside conditions may be required.

Occasional travel may be required.

Equipment Used

Office equipment such as personal computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, etc.

Inspection equipment such as mirrors, boroscopes, magnification devices, etc.

Measurement devices such as calipers and micrometers.

Equipment used for physical testing such as mechanical or electrical load testing.