Off Aircraft Avionics Specialist

Job Description

The Off Aircraft Avionics Specialist is experienced and skilled electrical supervisor
undertaking a range of detailed maintenance activities in the aircraft battery,
air & electric bays, demonstrating the ability to derive diagnostic
techniques. Is responsible for development of off-aircraft testing procedures and
asset recovery. Responsible for meeting agreed delivery targets at a tactical
level. Demonstrates people management and leadership skills.

The
post holder will be responsible for maintaining airworthiness through
appropriate task delegation and authorisation on the aircrafts air &
electrical component activities and will be able to demonstrate an awareness of
broader external dependencies and identify areas for continuous improvement. Core Activity

• Undertaking detailed maintenance and inspection
  activities on the aircrafts air & electric bay components. Assuring work
  carried out has been completed in accordance with the work package using the
  relevant approved technical information. Resolving faults and maintenance
  issues, including an awareness of configuration management
• Undertaking and complete tasked maintenance & diagnostic
  activities on the aircraft components and
  associated ground equipment, which may include, as appropriate, component
  removals, inspections, repairs, modifications, fault rectifications,
  replacements and/or functional/system test
• Demonstrate a flexible and proactive attitude to
  carrying out responsibilities appropriate to the role and takes direction
  appropriately
• Maintaining personal & teams task authorisation
  for working on an aircraft or components in accordance with QAF requirements
• Maintaining a personal Log Book to demonstrate
  currency and recency, on completion of On the Job training (OJT) activities,
  sign other personnel’s logbooks as appropriate within your trade and skills
  boundaries. If you are an approved designated assessor, undertake authorisation
  and task competency approvals, and check Pt 145 license application packs prior
  to submission
• Undertaking support tasks within the aircrafts air
  & electric bay facility which are required to maintain compliance with the
  MOE and QAF procedures
• Provide avionics support to AGE workload as required
  to maintain compliance with the MOE and QAF procedures
• Lead Continuous Improvement initiatives associated
  with off aircraft LRI diagnostics and testing
• Undertaking fault evaluation and raise ad hoc work cards for
  emergent faults during maintenance
• Ensuring all
  maintenance activities are appropriately documented and airworthiness records
  are maintained on relevant systems (IT/paper based). Compile required
  reporting, identify any issues and escalate as appropriate

Key Accountabilities

• Performance indicators – Ensure the effective management of
  regulatory activities by setting delivery targets, monitoring progress and
  developing performance improvement programmes. Prioritises activities within /
  across teams to maximise efficiency. Responsible for the assessment of
  escalated issues for any impact on continuing airworthiness and generating
  effective resolutions, or sponsoring escalation to management, as appropriate.
  
• Completion
  of activities – Ensure all Part 145 activities are appropriately documented and
  airworthiness records are maintained on relevant systems (IT / paper based).
  Ensure all Part 145 activities are performed by suitably qualified, experienced
  and authorised personnel. Ensure the integration of Part 145
  activity within the business, including the engagement of key stakeholders at
  all stages of the process. Provide support and guidance to the team
  
• Procedure / standards – Comply with the regulatory
  framework, its associated procedures and standards and any other company
  procedures and standards, as applicable. Identify and propose changes, as
  required
  
• Safety Management System – Promote the application of Human
  Factors, Error Management, Risk Management and Safety Assurance within the Part
  145 team(s), together with the proactive analysis, mitigation and management of
  Hazards
  
• Management System Assurance – Ensure Part 145 team(s) activities are
  compliant with the Regulatory Governance and Assurance framework. Ensure
  Process Confirmations and independent assurance audits are supported by Part
  145 personnel and integrated within/across teams. Manage the response to audit
  findings in a timely and appropriate manner and provide information into the
  relevant reviews. Generate and implement effective improvements within/across
  teams to overcome any non-compliance and monitor effectiveness
  
• Statutory / Regulatory &
  Legislative requirements –
  Able to demonstrate an appropriate level of understanding and application of
  the relevant continuing airworthiness regulatory framework. Support the
  implementation of any Regulatory driven changes into the Maintenance
  activities. Ensure compliance with all other requirements, e.g. ITAR, E&
  PW, ISO
  
• Contractual Requirements – Comply with all
  applicable contractual requirements
  

Requirements

• Completion of an Engineering
  Apprenticeship, ideally in Aeronautical Engineering or Military equivalent
  apprenticeship / qualifications. Academic qualification for this role is a
  minimum of City & Guilds 2675 or 2661 in Aeronautical Engineering and Maintenance
  or equivalent. Aircraft platform training
  
• Experienced and competent leader at this level
  
• Practical experience and expertise in the application of aviation
  safety standards and safe operating practices
• Requires a minimum of 2 years working at supervisor level prior to
  undertaking this role
  
• Human Factors- Standard Course Specification.
  
• E&PW Awareness- Standard Course Specification.
  
• ITAR Awareness- Standard Course Specification.
  
• Fire Training
  
• IT – Literate
• Driving License​