Sign-on Bonus up to $25,000 for experienced Avionics Install Technicians!

Elliott Aviation, a leader in aircraft solutions, has an exciting opportunity for an Avionics Technician following location:

• Elliott Aviation -Quad Cities International Airport- 6601 74th Av, Milan, IL 61264
• Relocation Assistance Provided!

Since 1936, Elliott Aviation has been a world-class provider of comprehensive and customer-focused solutions for business aviation. Our vision, building partnerships that last, applies to our employees as well as our customers. Elliott Aviation - Milan is a known and trusted name for providing the industry's highest quality business aviation solutions for Hawkers, Citations, Beechjets, and King Airs to Challengers, Phenoms, and more.

The ideal candidate will have experience working in a Part 145 Repair Station on corporate aviation airframes. This position role involves installation, troubleshooting and repairing, and other general tasks related to the maintenance, installations and repair of Avionics systems and components on a variety of aircraft product models. Experience with installation of Garmin G1000 and G5000 avionics is required.

Benefits of living in the Quad Cities:

• Milan, IL is located in the Quad Cities, a dynamic family of communities on the Mississippi River where the river bends to run directly from east to west.
• This bi-state (IA/IL), multi-city region is the largest metropolitan area between St. Louis and Minneapolis on the upper Mississippi River.
• At 16% below the national average cost of living, the Quad Cities has been included in the top 4 Most Affordable Places to Live in the US 3 years running.
• Our facility shares a runway with the Quad Cities International Airport, giving our worldwide customers access to our state-of-the-art facilities.
• Veterans relocating to Iowa may be eligible for up to $8,250 in relocation incentives through Home Base Iowa
• Learn more about the Quad Cities here!

Benefits & Perks

Elliott Aviation takes pride in offering a competitive and comprehensive benefit package to its employees to ensure our team is well cared for.

• Benefits begin the first day of employment!
• Sign-on Bonus and relocation bonus
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance- Significant cost are contributed by Elliott Aviation as part of our commitment to providing a comprehensive benefit program. Plus, you can earn lower rates through our wellness program.
• RXnGo Pharmacy benefit – Generic prescription coverage at zero cost to the employee
• Time Off – Paid holidays and paid vacation.
• 401(k) – Company Match, 100% vested day 1
• Company Sponsored short-time and long-term disability as well as life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential consultation and resources services 24/7
• Training and Education- On average, Elliott Aviation invests upwards of $3,000 per team member on development of technical skills as well as soft and leadership skills

Top candidates will possess:

• Willingness to work on a team with both experienced technicians and mentor junior technicians with a calm demeanor
• Ability to communicate well in straightforward situations
• Organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Ability to analyze and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, or procedural manuals
• Excellent mechanical aptitude and a desire to work

Other requirements include:

• Experience working on and troubleshooting aircraft avionics and airframe systems
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of FARs 43, 91, 135, 145.
• Experience working with and repairing the following aircraft systems:
• Autopilots, Flight Management Systems, Navigation and Communication Systems, EFIS, Aircraft Electrical Systems, Lighting, Pitot and Static Systems
• Any bench repair capabilities preferred
• A&P License / FCC License a plus

Responsibilities of this position include:

• Troubleshoots and repairs all avionics equipment and electrical systems on aircraft
• Communicates with department manager or crew chief on any problems or repairs
• Ensure all work performed is inspected by an authorized repair station inspector
• Prepares various documents for record keeping purposes as required by company policies, FAA approved repair station and quality control manuals, all FAA regulations, OEM aircraft manufacturer manuals, etc.
• Learns, understands and follows the company work order and parts requisition process as written.
• Maintains a clean, neat, and efficient work area
• Repairs and calibrates shop equipment as assigned

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $38.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Avionics/ Aircraft Electronics: 1 year (Required)
• Garmin Aircraft System Installations: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: On the road