SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we’re applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.S. Air Force’s (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. Join the SNC-led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies. If you’re passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission. Learn more about NC3 and SAOC here (https://www.sncorp.com/capabilities/nc3-systems/) .

Are you a highly-skilled avionics professional ready to take your aviation career to next level? Join our team!

As an Avionics Technician, you will be using your skills and expertise to perform avionics maintenance according to FCC, FAA and company policies and regulations. You'll be responsible for moderately complex installation, testing, troubleshooting and repair of avionics components, and maintenance of test equipment, tools, and manuals.

Avionics Technician III

Must-haves:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent and typically 5 or more years of relevant experience

• A higher-level degree may substitute for experience

• Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education

• Ability to understand and interpret basic applicable technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and/or publications; ability to route wires per technical drawings

• Advanced skills with avionics installation tooling, wiring, wiring repair, wiring installation, soldering, and crimping techniques

• Must have reliable transportation to and from work locations

• Must pass, written, oral and practical assessments

• Ability to speak, read and write in English

• Must have own tools in good working order

• Tools will need to be shadowed and inventoried in toolbox

• Must be able to pass an occupational physical that includes a hearing and vision test

• To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required

• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

Preferred:

• Familiarity with FCC and FCC GROL

• Basic understanding of spectrometer, oscilloscope, and/or pitot static equipment

• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military

• Ability to install and maintain fiber optic cables and systems onboard military aircraft according to MIL-STD 1678

• Experience on wide body aircraft, including but not limited to, Boeing 767, 777, and 747

• Proficient in basic computer operation

Avionics Technician IV

Must-haves:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent and typically 10 or more years of relevant experience

• A higher-level degree may substitute for experience

• Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education

• Ability to understand and interpret moderately complex, technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and/or publications; ability to route wires per technical drawings

• Advanced skills with moderately complex avionics installation tooling, wiring, wiring repair, wiring installation, soldering' and crimping techniques

• Must have reliable transportation to and from work locations

• Must pass, written, oral and practical assessments

• Ability to speak, read and write in English

• Must have own tools in good working order

• Tools will need to be shadowed and inventoried in toolbox

• Must be able to pass an occupational physical that includes a hearing and vision test

• To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required

• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

Preferred:

• Familiarity with FCC and FCC GROL

• Basic understanding of spectrometer, oscilloscope, and/or pitot static equipment

• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military

• Ability to install and maintain fiber optic cables and systems onboard military aircraft according to MIL-STD 1678

• Experience on wide body aircraft, including but not limited to, Boeing 767, 777, and 747

• Proficient in basic computer operation

At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America’s fastest-growing companies. Learn more about SNC (https://www.sncorp.com/who-we-are/about-snc/)

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more (https://www.sncorp.com/careers/total-rewards/) .

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. (https://www.dcsa.mil/About/)

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!