Gulfstream Aerospace

Electrical System Specialist

Gulfstream Aerospace$75K — $95K *
Mesa, AZ 85204In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate's Degree in Aviation Avionics or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 8+ years of avionics/electrical experience required.
  • A&P license preferred; Repairman certification is a plus.
  • Familiarity with FCC and NCATT Certifications is advantageous.
  • Proficient in computer and networking systems, especially Windows and DOS.

Responsibilities

  • Provide expert advice on installation and maintenance of Gulfstream aircraft systems.
  • Collaborate with various teams to ensure compliance with FAA and EASA standards during installs and modifications.
  • Identify and troubleshoot technical issues in in-service aircraft, updating procedures as necessary.
  • Configure aircraft systems and recommend feasible solutions for potential conflicts.
  • Support customer training on newly installed systems and subscription services.
  • Coordinate with vendors for testing and validation of software configurations on aircraft systems.
  • Conduct training and coaching sessions for avionics technicians on system implementations.

Benefits

  • Full-time position with first shift hours.
  • Opportunity for up to 25% travel to assist customers and repair discrepancies.
  • Chance to work closely with diverse teams across operations and engineering.
  • Engagement in problem-solving initiatives that support customer satisfaction.
  • Room for professional growth through training and coaching responsibilities.
Full Job Description
Electrical System Specialist in GAC Mesa

Unique Skills:

Preferred
  • Proficiency in computer and networking systems
  • Familiarity with software applications and aircraft system configuration
  • Starlink install/modification


Education and Experience Requirements

Associate's Degree in Aviation Avionics (or related field) required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. 8 years of Avionics/Electrical experience. A&P (FAA Airframe and Powerplant) license preferred. Repairman certificate preferred. Other FCC license preferred. Other NCATT Certification preferred.

Position Purpose:

Liaison across CS Operations, Vendors, GAC Quality, and GAC Engineering to provide timely, effective solutions for Avionics Systems. Builds customer relationships with regards to troubleshooting and solving the entire spectrum of aircraft systems, support equipment, and operational problems pertaining to our in-service product. Responsible for the verification/performance of avionics, electrical, and mechanical aircraft systems in accordance with engineering and maintenance documentation, includes but is not limited to; cockpit and cabin checkout, ASC installs, avionics installations, outside operations, and aircraft test flights/recovery.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:
  1. Under minimal direction, provides advice and guidance to the company and the customer on installation, service, repair, replacement, modification and maintenance of Gulfstream aircraft systems and support equipment.
  2. Interface with Quoting/Sales, Tech Ops, Engineering, and Inspection/Return to Service in support of installs, configurations/modifications, certifications, troubleshooting assistance and compliance of systems and processes. Be involved from the planning, installation and check out phase of the project identifying potential problems that may occur. Ensure compliance with STC, FAA and EASA standards and regulatory mandates.
  3. Identifies problems, trends, and troubleshoots in-service aircraft. Develops, prepares and updates new and existing troubleshooting procedures. Coordinate the development and evaluation of test equipment for use on Gulfstream aircraft.
  4. Configure aircraft systems and provide feedback to best identify the items or configurations that may lead to problems or issues. Provide options to planned systems that may not be compatible with existing equipment.
  5. Provide customer assistance with subscription services and training on new systems installed on the aircraft.
  6. Work with various manufacturers and vendors to provide assistance with validation of software or configuration changes implemented on a variety of units installed on the aircraft for testing purposes.
  7. Provide training and workplace coaching to the avionics technicians on the aircraft systems that have been implemented to the aircraft.
  8. Support customer satisfaction by resolving their issues in a timely manner. Devise alternative approaches to solve complex aircraft system and support equipment operational conditions, and originate new approaches in one or more areas of field engineering as required.
  9. Support road trips to repair discrepancies at customer facilities. Must be able to work independently to quickly analyze, identify and correct the defect in the system with minimal downtime.


Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:
  1. Must have thorough knowledge of aircraft systems, troubleshooting, technical manuals systems, and aircraft maintenance records system.
  2. Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and schematic diagrams.
  3. A good understanding of Windows computer applications including the use of standard computer word and data processing programs (i.e. Microsoft Office Suite). Must be proficient with DOS for troubleshooting purposes on LAN systems.
  4. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Additional Information

Requisition Number: 232940

Category: Service Center

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 05/31/2026

About Gulfstream Aerospace

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation is an American aircraft company and a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics. Gulfstream designs, develops, manufactures, markets, and services business jet aircraft. Gulfstream has produced more than 2,000 aircraft since 1958. Gulfstream's current range consists of the G280, G550, G500/G600, and G650/G650ER/G700/G800.
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