Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation
Avionics/Electrical Technician 3 (Weekend Nights)
Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, Des Moines, Iowa, United States
Avionics/Electrical Technician 3 (Weekend Nights)
Company:
Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation
Location:
GAC St. Louis
At Gulfstream, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in inspiring and empowering every individual to reach their fullest potential. From workforce development and meaningful connections to a culture of trust, respect, and integrity, we invest in our employees so they can do their best work and achieve success together.
Shift:
5th shift (Weekend Nights), Friday-Sunday 6:00 pm – 6:30 am
Base compensation:
$34.02 – $39.69 per hour (final compensation determined by qualifications, experience, and location)
Education and Experience Requirements High School Diploma or GED required. 5 years experience in an avionics/electrical career field. 2 years of accredited schooling in aviation electronics may offset two years of experience. A & P license, FCC license or NCATT certification preferred.
Blueprint proficiency
Previous installation experience
Job Description Principle Duties and Responsibilities:
Demonstrates superior technical skills and expertise in avionics and aircraft systems operational testing and troubleshooting.
Teaches the installation and functional testing of electrical/avionics components and systems per engineering specifications, drawings and maintenance manuals, ensuring a defect‑free system.
Ensures quality and efficiency of all installations: troubleshoots and teaches troubleshooting processes/concepts to provide timely, quality repairs of malfunctioning systems.
Demonstrates effective repair techniques using acceptable practices including splicing, soldering, and pinning of wiring.
Oversees the performance and compliance with engineering changes and modifications as required.
Sets up and operates necessary test equipment; conducts functional and operational tests to evaluate performance and reliability.
Maintains daily logs and other paperwork; ensures that all work performed on the aircraft is properly and completely documented.
Pre‑inspects work of others prior to submission for approval to reduce rework and inspection time.
Provides knowledge and technical expertise in testing and maintaining test equipment and electronic systems and components as required.
Enforces the company FOD program, tool control program, 5‑S program and all safety regulations.
Adapts to sudden schedule changes.
Coordinates with other disciplines concerning projects.
Supports aircraft certification and final phase testing, may include flight tests on aircraft as required.
Other Requirements
Preferred proficiency in the operation and troubleshooting of other aircraft systems or disciplines such as hydraulics, landing gear, flight controls, environmental controls, or structural installations and repairs.
APU run qualification and engine run qualification preferred.
Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and schematic diagrams.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Additional Information:
Requisition Number: 230145
Category: Service Center
Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%
Employment Type: Full‑time
Posting End Date: 02/27/2026
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.
Nearest Major Market:
St. Louis
Job Segment:
Aerospace, Compliance, Electrical, Inspector, Aviation, Legal, Engineering, Quality
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Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation
Location:
GAC St. Louis
At Gulfstream, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in inspiring and empowering every individual to reach their fullest potential. From workforce development and meaningful connections to a culture of trust, respect, and integrity, we invest in our employees so they can do their best work and achieve success together.
Shift:
5th shift (Weekend Nights), Friday-Sunday 6:00 pm – 6:30 am
Base compensation:
$34.02 – $39.69 per hour (final compensation determined by qualifications, experience, and location)
Education and Experience Requirements High School Diploma or GED required. 5 years experience in an avionics/electrical career field. 2 years of accredited schooling in aviation electronics may offset two years of experience. A & P license, FCC license or NCATT certification preferred.
Blueprint proficiency
Previous installation experience
Job Description Principle Duties and Responsibilities:
Demonstrates superior technical skills and expertise in avionics and aircraft systems operational testing and troubleshooting.
Teaches the installation and functional testing of electrical/avionics components and systems per engineering specifications, drawings and maintenance manuals, ensuring a defect‑free system.
Ensures quality and efficiency of all installations: troubleshoots and teaches troubleshooting processes/concepts to provide timely, quality repairs of malfunctioning systems.
Demonstrates effective repair techniques using acceptable practices including splicing, soldering, and pinning of wiring.
Oversees the performance and compliance with engineering changes and modifications as required.
Sets up and operates necessary test equipment; conducts functional and operational tests to evaluate performance and reliability.
Maintains daily logs and other paperwork; ensures that all work performed on the aircraft is properly and completely documented.
Pre‑inspects work of others prior to submission for approval to reduce rework and inspection time.
Provides knowledge and technical expertise in testing and maintaining test equipment and electronic systems and components as required.
Enforces the company FOD program, tool control program, 5‑S program and all safety regulations.
Adapts to sudden schedule changes.
Coordinates with other disciplines concerning projects.
Supports aircraft certification and final phase testing, may include flight tests on aircraft as required.
Other Requirements
Preferred proficiency in the operation and troubleshooting of other aircraft systems or disciplines such as hydraulics, landing gear, flight controls, environmental controls, or structural installations and repairs.
APU run qualification and engine run qualification preferred.
Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and schematic diagrams.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Additional Information:
Requisition Number: 230145
Category: Service Center
Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%
Employment Type: Full‑time
Posting End Date: 02/27/2026
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.
Nearest Major Market:
St. Louis
Job Segment:
Aerospace, Compliance, Electrical, Inspector, Aviation, Legal, Engineering, Quality
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