avionics technician

Description

Avionics technicians install, test, inspect and adjust electrical and electronic equipment, such as navigation, communication and flight control systems in aircrafts and spacecrafts. They carry out maintenance and repair work. They perform functional tests, diagnose problems and take corrective action.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

electricity electrical engineering electrical wiring plans electronics common aviation safety regulations electronics principles electrical systems used in transportation aircraft flight control systems

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

engineering principles CADD software engineering processes CAD software CAE software

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

assemble electrical components read engineering drawings wear appropriate protective gear install electrical and electronic equipment test electronic units apply health and safety standards apply soldering techniques operate soldering equipment troubleshoot solder electronics read standard blueprints

OPTIONALOptional competences

liaise with engineers use CAD software conduct performance tests maintain electronic equipment follow procedures to control substances hazardous to health maintain electrical equipment use testing equipment keep records of work progress calibrate electronic instruments use CADD software adjust engineering designs