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Position Title: SkillBridge - Avionics Electrical Tech II

Date: Dec 19, 2024

Location: Savannah, GA, US

Company: Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

SkillBridge - Avionics Electrical Tech II in Multiple Locations

Unique Skills:

Must be eligible for the DOD SkillBridge Program.

Must meet job Education and Experience requirements

Preferred: At least 90 days within the DOD SkillBridge Program with a maximum of 180 days.

Willing to work assigned shift.

Military Service members participating in a SkillBridge program are NOT eligible for wages or other benefits.

You may be eligible to participate in SkillBridge if you: Have 180 days of service or fewer remaining prior to your date of discharge and you have at least 180 continuous days of active Military service. Obtain approval from your unit commander. Agree that participation in the DOD SkillBridge can be terminated at any time by the service if mission requirements dictate.

Education and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. Four (4) years experience in an avionics/electrical career field. or two (2) years of accredited schooling in aviation electronics and two (2) years related experience. A&P (FAA Airframe and Powerplant) license preferred. Other FCC preferred. Other NCATT preferred.

Position Purpose:

Provides technical expertise in testing aircraft systems, troubleshooting and repairing system discrepancies to ensure minimum schedule impact. Demonstrates technical expertise by implementing process changes to reduce cost and meet schedule without compromising safety or quality. May fill in for the Senior Avionics/Electrical Technician thus ensuring that the company goals of safety and quality are enforced at all times while adhering to daily work plans to maintain schedule requirements.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

  • Demonstrates technical skills and expertise in avionics and aircraft systems operational testing and troubleshooting.


  • Performs the installation and functionally testing of electrical/avionics components and systems on aircraft per Engineering specifications, drawings and maintenance manuals ensuring a defect free system.


  • Ensures quality and efficiency of all installations: troubleshoots processes/concepts to provide timely, quality repairs of malfunctioning systems.


  • Demonstrates the skills and knowledge required. to effectively and efficiently repair or replace defective components and wiring to ensure installations meet conformity. Demonstrates effective repair techniques using acceptable practices including splicing, soldering and pinning of wiring.


  • Performs and complies with engineering changes and modifications as required.


  • Sets up and operates necessary test equipment. Conducts functional and operational tests to evaluate performance and reliability.


  • Ensures that all work performed on the aircraft is properly and completely documented and ready for inspection.


  • Tests and maintains test equipment, electronic systems, and components.


  • Complies with the company FOD program, tool control program, 5-S program and all safety regulations.


  • Adapt to sudden schedule changes.


  • Additional Functions:
  • In support of aircraft certification and final phase testing, may include flight tests on aircraft as required. .


  • Perform other duties as assigned.

    Other Requirements:
  • Preferred proficiency in the operation and troubleshooting of other aircraft systems or disciplines other than avionics, such as hydraulics, landing gear, flight controls, environmental controls or structural installations and repairs.


  • Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and schematic diagrams.


  • Demonstrates excellent communication skills. Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and written.


  • Must be able to climb stairs and ladders, work in confined areas and lift up to 50 pounds.


  • Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.


  • Additional Information

    Requisition Number: 224165

    Category: DOD SkillBridge Program

    Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

    Shift: Multiple

    Employment Type: Full-time

    Posting End Date: 05/31/2024

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

    Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

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    General Dynamics

    General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company.

    Our portfolio spans the realm of the world's most technologically advanced business jets, wheeled combat vehicles, command and control systems and nuclear submarines. We offer these through our five business groups: Aerospace, Combat Systems, Information Technology, Mission Systems and Marine Systems.

    General Dynamics employs thousands of people across the globe, with locations in more than 45 countries. We rely on the skills of our employees and their knowledge of customer requirements to deliver best-in-class products and services.

    Who We Are Looking For 

    General Dynamics is seeking military veterans and military spouses across the country who bring a deeply rooted skillset that includes team-oriented approaches to problem-solving, demonstrations of leadership and an overall commitment to the mission of the organization.  We recognize the knowledge and skills gained during your military experience are invaluable to the success of a team. We’re proud of the thousands of veterans and military professionals who have chosen to apply their leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills to a career at General Dynamics and to continue supporting the mission of those serving today.

    Should I Apply?

    At General Dynamics, our employees are the heart of our company. We rely on their dedication to excellence and their intimate knowledge of customer requirements to meet the needs of customers around the globe, day in and day out. Our employees' unique blend of skill, innovation and agility drives our continued success, and we take our responsibility to them seriously. If you are a military veteran or military spouse ready to advance your career, view our available career opportunities to the right for more information and to apply today!

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