Vista Aircraft Maintenance is seeking to hire a Senior Avionics Technician to join our team in Bay City, WI. As a key member of our team, you will perform advanced troubleshooting, inspections, and repairs that keep our world-class fleet operating at the highest standards of safety, performance and reliability.

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will work both independently and collaboratively, to perform advanced avionics troubleshooting, repair, installation, and system integration.  Vista Aircraft Maintenance is the in-house maintenance provider for the Vista Members’ fleet, which comprises an unrivalled fleet of light, super mid-size, long-range and ultra-long-range aircraft. Vista Aircraft Maintenance has multiple maintenance hubs strategically located across the U.S. and Europe. Vista Aircraft Maintenance offers a robust regional support network for Vista’s growing fleet, with one of the leading base maintenance facilities in the world.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform advanced troubleshooting, repair and installation of aircraft avionics and electrical systems
• Perform installations, modifications, and repairs using approved data
• Interpret complex wiring diagrams and engineering drawings
• Support major inspections, upgrades, and avionics modifications
• Provide technical guidance to technicians as assigned
• Interface with Quality, Engineering, and OEM technical support
• Support MRT, AOG, or remote maintenance operations
• Ensure work complies with Repair Station Manual and Quality Control Manual
• Maintain accurate and complete maintenance records
• Interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and maintenance manuals
• Perform functional checks and operational tests
• Perform avionics modifications and installations using approved data
• Complete maintenance records in accordance with regulatory requirements
• Support inspections and system checks as assigned
• Support MRT, AOG, or field service operations when required
• Follow procedures in the Repair Station Manual and Quality Control Manual
• Maintain compliance with Parts 43, 65, 135, and 145 as applicable

Required Experience, Qualifications, and Education:

• 7+ years avionics or aircraft electrical experience or military equivalent
• Advanced troubleshooting capability
• Experience with turbine or corporate aircraft (Gulfstream, Cessna, Embraer Bombardier is preferred)
• Expert with avionics installation and modification
• Ability to interpret engineering data and technical instructions
• Ability to work independently
• Expert at troubleshooting aircraft avionics systems
• Ability to read complex wiring diagrams and manuals
• Complete knowledge of avionics test equipment
• Ability to complete maintenance documentation accurately
• Ability to work independently
• Must have own tools necessary for the job

Additional Qualifications

• Must possess excellent written and verbal communications skills in the English language
• Experience working in a Part 145 environment, Part 135 experience is a plus
• Ability to manage high stress situations, sometimes multiple situations
• Experience in the use of maintenance reference materials including Manufacturer's Maintenance Manuals, Illustrated Parts Catalogs, Component Manuals, etc.
• Experience using CMP and CAMP maintenance tracking programs
• Exceptional customer service skills required
• Must be proficient in the operation of standard office equipment and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Driver’s License with no major infractions required
• Ability to obtain FAA Repairman Certificate required, A&P License a plus
• Excellent time management and organization skills, ability to multi-task and prioritize work
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
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Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401k program with company matching and 100% vested immediately
• Life Insurance and Long/Short term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Empty Leg Flight Benefits

Why Build Your Career with Vista Aircraft Maintenance?

• Industry-leading innovation and operational excellence 
• Certified Great Place to Work recognition
• Clear pathways for career growth 
• A dynamic environment where no two days are the same.

The affiliated operating partners of Vista are equal employment opportunity employers. The affiliated operating partners of Vista do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. The affiliated operating partners of Vista also prohibit harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.