(AFG-Kabul) A&P Avionics Technician - International Programs - Kabul Afghanistan

The Avionics Technician is responsible for troubleshooting and repair of avionics/electrical discrepancies on a fleet of Cessna 208B aircraft. The Avionics Technician is also required to provide on-the-job-training (OJT) to designated Afghan Air Force personnel. The Avionics Technician will also assist A&P maintenance personnel in routine maintenance, pre-flight and post flight inspections and flight crew debriefings. This position is in Afghanistan.

Duties and Responsibilities

This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive and the employee may be required to perform duties outside of this list as operationally required. The Avionics Technician performs under the supervision of the site Maintenance Lead but will coordinate efforts with training personnel when involved with OJT for Afghan students.

 Performs aircraft/avionics maintenance as required.

 Ground tests systems or identifies if flight test is required.

 Maintains all aircraft electrical/avionics systems in accordance with FAA and the OEM approved data.

 Complies with Service Bulletins, Airworthiness Directives, and modification efforts.

 Remains aware of Cultural differences with Afghan personnel while performing duties.

 Exhibits positive courteous behavior with customers, businesses and co-workers.

 Performs other duties as the supervisor may deem necessary.

Key Performance Indicators

 Ability to correct aircraft discrepancies

 Ability to perform OJT with Afghan students

 Accuracy of, and timely completion of, aircraft maintenance documentation

Work Experience

 Must have working knowledge of Garmin 1000 systems, Honeywell and Bendix components.

 Advanced formal technical training in avionics or electronics through military or civilian schools is required.

 Must possess a minimum of five (5) years recent experience in integrated avionics maintenance/repair of aircraft systems.

 Will be required to work with and interface daily with Afghani Nationals in an OJT training environment.

 Ability to read, understand and interpret detailed technical publications and drawings.

 Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

 Must be able to travel to site locations and other countries in South West Asia as required.

 Must have recent experience on Cessna Caravan 208B or similar aircraft.

 Experience working in a military environment preferred.

Associate’s Degree and five years of avionics experience or High School Diploma or GED plus 10 years of avionics experience.

 Must have FCC license.

 Advanced formal technical training in avionics or electronics through military or civilian schools is required.

 FAA Airframe and Powerplant License.

 Must be able to obtain passport, visas and a Secret Security Clearance.

Knowledge and skills

 Knowledge of FAA regulations and aircraft maintenance.

 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

 Strong attention to details and follow-through skills.

 Excellent problem solving, time management/ decision-making skills.

 Familiarity with CAMPS/CESCOM systems desired.

Position Competencies Required

 Ability to diagnose aircraft discrepancies and affect timely repairs.

 Must be thoroughly knowledgeable in FAA and OEM maintenance requirements.

 Must possess analytical ability, have a positive attitude, be a self-starter and work well with others.

General/Physical Demands/Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and must have the physical ability to lift/handle 50 lbs and perform climbing/stooping as related to the job. Diversity of working conditions may range from standard office environment to inclement weather that may subject the employee to severe changes in temperature, less than adequate lighting, dust, wind, rain and high noise hazards may prevail.

 Position is in Afghanistan. Candidate is subject to thorough medical review and screening, background investigation, drug testing and pre-deployment training. Must pass Army CONUS Replacement Center (CRC) requirements. Candidate will be subject to austere field living conditions with coalition forces. This requires long work hours to support a high tempo operation under difficult conditions.

 Position requires OCONUS travel, shift-work in addition to scheduled and unscheduled overtime and weekend/holiday work.

 While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; risk of radiation; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

L-3 is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage minorities, women, protected veterans and disabled individuals to apply.

Organization: *Sector – Logistics Solutions-21000028

Title: A&P Avionics Technician – International Programs – Kabul Afghanistan

Location: Afghanistan-Kabul

Requisition ID: 081046

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