Avionics Supervisor

LAUNCH Technical Workforce Solutions is seeking an Avionics Supervisor for an opportunity in Des Moines, Iowa.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

With advanced knowledge and high level of skill supervises the avionics team in all aspects of aircraft installation and repairs to include troubleshooting support, final systems checkout, final run-up checkout, and certification/test flying. Provides support to all departments with avionics and electrical troubleshooting on various airframes. Provides training and OJT to technicians.

• Effectively lead/direct team to deliver customer aircraft on time, on budget, and squawk free.
• Develop and maintain an efficient/high performing team to achieve goal hour objectives.
• Coordinate the proper application of workforce for each job to satisfy scheduling requirements.
• Coordinate the scheduling of all assigned work orders for the department and presentation of work order upon completion of a project ready to close to Manager for final review before being invoiced.
• Ensure that all completed assigned tasks have been inspected in accordance with the repair station manual.
• Daily monitoring of the work in progress to assure that labor and materials are applied to each work order properly.
• Ensure customer communication for all assigned shop activity.
• Daily review of employee timecards for accuracy.
• Participate in the selection, performance management, and performance review process for all team members with the Manager.
• Provide OJT to junior technicians.
• Provide expert level of advice and troubleshooting to technicians, customers, and engineering for all aspects of avionics and electrical systems.
• Perform function test flights of newly installed avionics equipment as well as existing equipment to evaluate for troubleshooting purposes.
• Become main point of contact for modifications team for technical questions and concerns.
• Works closely with Department Manager and Team Leaders to develop, coordinate, standardize and implement new and existing procedures that promote continuous improvements in efficiency and quality.
• Assists the Department Manager in evaluating equipment and tooling needed for avionics installations and troubleshooting.
• Supports, maintains, and complies with all environmental, health and safety federal, OSHA, state, and local regulations
• Work with Quality Control and Engineering on all required documents.

Qualifications and requirements:

• Airframe & Power plant Certificate and/or FCC License preferred
• Ability to attain & retain AOA badge or Airport requirements
• Ability to manage a team with both experienced technicians and mentor junior technicians with a calm demeanor.
• Ability to communicate well, in advanced/complex situations
• Organizational skills and attention to details
• Ability to maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Possess excellent mechanical aptitude and a desire to initiate improvements within defined boundaries
• Routinely lifts to 10 lbs., occasionally lifts to 50 lbs.
• Stands for periods of time, with frequent bending, squatting, kneeling, and stooping
• Uses hands to reach and feel, with repetitive motion
• Good finger dexterity
• Reads, writes, speaks, and understands English fluently
• Visual acuity correctable to 20/20
• Works in confined spaces, extreme temperatures, heights above six feet, noisy environments, and flight
• Works with and around products and materials associated with aircraft maintenance
• Ability to wear required PPE
• Regularly scheduled attendance required
• Must be able to work various shifts and overtime as needed
• Occasional overnight and short notice travel
• Associate Degree in related field or equivalent required
• Bachelors or Graduate Degree preferred
• Thorough knowledge of FARs 43, 91, 135, 145
• Five plus years related avionics installation and repair experience required
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience required
• Basic skills in Microsoft Office Suite
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the job site.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Why Choose LAUNCH?

A team of aviation staffing experts leads LAUNCH. We understand the challenges of finding the top aviation jobs and we focus on linking you with the best openings in the most sought-after locations.

LAUNCH provides you with a real benefits package, including access to company-sponsored medical/dental insurance and a 401k program.

Plus, you join the LAUNCH Loyalty Club on your first day, earning you extra cash bonuses, apparel and safety rewards.

If you’re ready to LAUNCH your career, you've found an employer that can take you to new heights. ?