Looking for someone who is an experienced avionics technician that is looking to move up and run a department.  Someone who has experience diagnosing, repairing, upgrading, installing, etc. is wanted to lead the avionics department.  The position is located in Central Texas (West Texas many label it) where a fishing or hunter would love to be.  

We’re seeking an experienced Avionics Manager to lead a growing team in maintaining, upgrading, and installing avionics systems in small general aviation aircraft. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for troubleshooting, repairs, installations, team development, and departmental growth. The area’s demand is growing, and this department requires a leader who will be able to work with the company team and grow the department.   Strong modern avionics experience—especially with Garmin—is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide Leadership to the members of the department -The position requires a leader who can build respect from their team and lead the department.
• Provide Accurate Estimates - Prepare quotes for repairs, maintenance, upgrades, and installations.
• Hands-On Troubleshooting & Repair - Diagnose and resolve avionics issues, perform routine and unscheduled maintenance, and ensure systems pass all required testing.
• Customer Communication - Discuss job details, timelines, and recommendations with customers clearly and professionally.
• Cross Department Collaboration - Coordinate with other departments to support smooth workflow.
• Regulatory Compliance - Follow all FAA and Repair Station requirements and ensure work is completed to regulatory standards.
• Workflow & Team Leadership - Monitor shop workflow with management, mentor technicians, and contribute to continual improvement of the department.
• Parts Coordination - Work with office staff to order parts and track progress for upcoming jobs.
• Education of Team members – Part of the responsibility is to help improve the department through mentoring and training of the members of the team. Helping to educate each other, the team has the ability for improvement and growth. 
• Will maintain, upgrade, and troubleshoot small general aviation aircraft – The company works with the Aviation Community on Small General Aviation aircraft. Examples include Cessna 150- Cessna 208, Piper Single and Twin Engines, Beechcraft Bonanza – Baron- King Air, Robinson Helicopter R22 – R44 – R66.  These aircraft serve as examples, but they are not the full list of aircraft maintained by the facility. 

This opportunity is for someone who wants to play a key role in the development, building, and expansion of an Avionics Department in an area where there is a strong demand for quality avionics work. 

• Avionics Experience - Must have experience with small general aviation aircraft (Cessna 172-208, Piper, Beechcraft including King Air, etc.) and modern-day avionics (Garmin required, other major manufacturers a plus).
• Certification - FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification is a strong benefit, especially with a IA certification.  For a quality candidate it is not required but recommended.
• Experience - Minimum of 5 years of experience with avionics maintenance, upgrading, and troubleshooting, 2+ years in a leadership or supervisory role preferred.
• Technical Skills - Ability to read wiring diagrams, interpret manufacturer and FAA documentation, and quote projects ranging from basic repairs to full-system upgrades.
• Work Conditions - Must be able to stand for long periods, lift heavy items, and work in a hangar environment without heating or air conditioning.
• Documentation Interpretation – The manager must be able to read in English, and understand all manuals from the manufactures, FAA, and other documentation that is put out by manufactures.
• Experience with common avionics tasks and tools – Must have experience with common avionics tasks like Certifying Pitot Static Systems, Troubleshooting Pitot and Static System issues, Transponder Certification, the tools associated with these tasks.  Common tools for diagnosing issues with modern avionics systems.

Other Requirements

• Must be eligible to work in the U.S.
• Must live within 30 minutes of the workplace (unless otherwise arranged) or relocate within the area.
• Must pass initial DOT drug screening and random tests after employment.
• Must pass the TSA regulation requirements to get a General Aviation Access badge or Secure Access if licensed.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Must have basic tools.

Benefits and Wages

• Highly competitive pay based on experience
• Health insurance with low deductibles
• 401(k) with company match
• Two weeks vacation time
• Training opportunities
• Tool allowance
• Relocation bonus available for the right candidate

Location  

The opportunity is located in San Angelo, TX (Central West Texas) and is a location where Hunting, Fishing, and out doors experiences are abundant.  It is located about three hours from the Dallas/Fort Worth area and San Antonio.  It offers a good school system a long with amble shopping at either national brands or locally owned shops.  There is plenty of activities to keep busy while off, and to entertain your family if you have one.  

Opportunity 

This position is an opportunity for a experienced technician who is looking to advance their career, or a current manager who is well experienced in small general aviation avionics.  It is a position that requires the ability to trouble shoot many issues with both modern day and other avionics systems.  Someone who is well versed in Garmin Products and knows their common issues, and has the knowledge and experience to Quote for upgrading aircraft with new Garmin Products.  Other brands are available, but Garmin is the primary focus of the local aviation community.  The applicant should expect to be hands on at first, this is a new department and as it grows this position might translate into a position that will not require hands on, but for now it is required.  The position is responsible for all aspects of the avionics shop.  This includers quoting prospective upgrading of customer aircraft, planning the installation, gathering the required parts and other materials, prepare the aircraft for the installation, install the products, test the products (flight testing not required, customers perform the flight testing), close up the aircraft, inspect the work performed, and all other aspects of the job.  Troubleshooting common and not so common issues is also required, along with developing a plan to repair all issues and do the repairs.  At first the applicant would be responsible for recruiting a small team to help, and as the department grows, expand and lead that team.  It is forecasted that this department will grow rapidly within the first few months due to the demand from the local avionics community.