Electrical Assembly Technician

Job Summary

An Electrical Mechanical Assembly Technician 2 is responsible to interpret blueprint drawings, electrical schematics, work instructions, and technical specifications for the fabrication and assembly of complex aircraft products. They need to have a working knowledge of assembly techniques, tooling, and company procedures to perform critical operations. Drilling, measuring, cutting, riveting, installing, and tightening fasteners to defined torque specifications, and Installations of wires and electrical components into electrical modules and assemblies per engineering drawings and specifications.  Perform electrical continuity checks, operational tests per engineering and manufacturer’s instructions.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:  

• Assembles Mechanical and Sheet Metal Products using engineering drawings and sketches for aircraft and ground vehicles
• Install wires and electrical components into electrical modules and assemblies per engineering drawings and specifications.
• Review completed work and ensure that the final assemblies and details are protected from damage
• Check drawings for accuracy and applicability for assigned tasks and advises lead and/or supervisor of deficiencies
• Perform electrical continuity checks, operational tests, and acceptance test procedures per engineering and manufacturer’s instructions on harnesses and wired components.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and modify electrical components and assemblies per manufacturer’s instructions, engineering schematics and accepted industry practices.
• Record work progress, certifications, completion and testing on various production documents per company standards and established procedures.
• Maintain shop and work area cleanliness.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Additional Job Requirements

• Regular scheduled attendance
• Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling - 0%

Subject to applicable laws and Air Method’s policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position.  All employees must follow Air Methods’ employment practices and policies.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.           

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and two or more years related Electronics/Avionics experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Formal soldering training or demonstrates acceptable performance.  
• Experience using precision measuring equipment
• Experience in use of sheet metal related shop equipment

Skills

• Terminate and crimp wiring
• Basic electrical troubleshooting
• Soldering
• Ability to read and understand Wiring Diagrams
• Ability to read and interpret blueprint drawings
• Ability to apply fundamental concepts and knowledge of assembly skills and their application.
• Dependable and self-motivated
• Ability to manage several projects concurrently 
• Basic computer skills and knowledge/experience

Computer Skills

• None

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• FAA Airframe Mechanic Certificate or FCC preferred

Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)