Vertex Inc

F-18 Avionics Technician CBA - VX23

Vertex Inc • $99K *
Patuxent River, MD 20670In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
2 weeks ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent required.
  • Completion of specialized courses in aircraft avionics for the F/A-18 aircraft.
  • 2-4 years recent experience in repairing aircraft avionics, com/nav, or instrument systems specifically for the F/A-18.
  • Ability to obtain a government flight line driver's license and a secret security clearance.
  • Must possess a valid US State driver's license.

Responsibilities

  • Perform operational checks, bench checks, and troubleshoot complex aircraft avionics equipment.
  • Utilize advanced test equipment for operational checks and diagnostics.
  • Repair or replace components based on detailed test results and technical documents.
  • Calibrate, repair, and replace system components following industry standards.
  • Maintain thorough documentation of maintenance actions in aircraft records.
  • Adhere to COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 series standards for aircraft maintenance and operations.
  • Execute standard aircraft maintenance tasks as part of daily operations.

Benefits

  • Healthcare coverage for employees and families.
  • Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits included.
  • Retirement plan options to secure financial future.
  • Wellness programs promoting a healthy lifestyle.
  • Paid time off encompassing holidays and leave of absences.
  • Eligible Tuition Reimbursement to support further education.
  • Access to learning and development resources for career advancement.
  • Employee assistance resources for personal and professional support.
Full Job Description
Job Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Performs operational checks, bench checks, troubleshoots, and isolates malfunctions in complex aircraft avionics equipment.
  • Uses complex test equipment such as continuous wave and pulse generators, time domain reflectometers, multi-trace oscilloscopes, frequency counters, multi-meters and deviation meters, and specialized test equipment to perform operational checks.
  • Repairs or replaces components based on test results following blueprints, schematics, handbooks, and other technical documents.
  • Performs calibration, repair and replacement of system components based on test results following blueprints, schematics, handbooks, and other technical documents.
  • Practices good housekeeping, tool control, FOD awareness/prevention, and safety at all times.
  • Annotates maintenance actions in aircraft records and is knowledgeable in CAMS documentation.
  • Comply with all current sections of COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 series applicable to aircraft maintenance.
  • Working knowledge of technical publications, NAMP and NALCOMIS aircraft maintenance applications.
  • Must be capable and willing to execute standard aircraft maintenance tasks as part of daily operations.


Other or Additional Responsibilities:

  • Perform other job-related duties as may be assigned.


Knowledge & Skills:

  • In-depth knowledge of advanced electronic principles and circuit analysis.
  • Ability to trace signal flow, understand interrelationships of circuits, interpret waveforms and voltages.
  • Working knowledge of aircraft communications/navigation and instrument systems.
  • Ability to interpret schematic diagrams, engineering drawings and charts of assigned systems.
  • Excellent soldering and harness/wiring skills, PC board, surface mount and crimping experience.
  • Working knowledge of all standard test equipment and maintenance procedures.
  • Working knowledge of technical orders and maintenance forms.
  • Possess a valid US State driver's license.
  • Ability to read and interpret data is required.
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
  • Ability to obtain a government flight line driver's license.
  • Ability to obtain a secret security clearance.


Experience & Education:

  • High School degree or equivalent required.
  • Completion of specialized courses in aircraft avionics for the F/A-18 aircraft.
  • Minimum of two (2) to four (4) years recent experience in the repair of aircraft avionics, com/nav, or instrument systems of the F/A-18 aircraft.


Physical Requirements / Working Environment:

  • May work in Aircraft maintenance hangar or outside.
  • May be required to respond to a wide variety of operational circumstances, including extreme weather conditions and rudimentary infrastructure.
  • May be exposed to extreme noise from turbine and jet engine aircraft.
  • May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles; may be exposed to electrical shock hazards or work near moving mechanical parts, vehicles, or aircraft.
  • Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for certain periods throughout the day.
  • Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands.
  • Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp, or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders.
  • May be required to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • May be required to see aircraft in flight, read dials/gauges, identify small objects and hand tools.
  • Must be able to see imperfections, micrometer readings and other small scales.
  • Must be able to communicate by voice and detect sound by ear.
  • Must be able to distinguish color and judge three-dimensional depth.
  • May be required to operate power vehicles, machinery, hand tools, ground support equipment, forklift, APU, etc.


Travel:

  • May vary by location


What We Bring:

  • At V2X we strive to be market competitive in our total reward offerings.
  • The successful candidate's starting pay will be based on, but not limited to, their job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions.
    • Maryland Salary Range:
      • USD $47.67
    • Union Flex Benefit Credit:
      • USD $3.00/HR
    • Opt-Out Health Credit (must have your own coverage):
      • USD $3.15/HR
  • Other Compensation elements offered:
    • Overtime
    • Premium Pay
    • Differential Pay
  • Please speak with a recruiter for additional information.
  • Employee benefits include the following:
    • Healthcare coverage
    • Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
    • Retirement plan
    • Wellness programs
    • Paid time off, including holidays and leave of absences
    • Eligible Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development resources
    • Employee assistance resources


Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.

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About Vertex Inc

Vertex Inc is a leading provider of tax technology and services, enabling companies of all sizes to realize the full strategic potential of the tax function by automating and integrating tax processes, while leveraging advanced and predictive analytics of tax data. Vertex provides cloud-based and on-premise solutions that can be tailored to specific industries for every major line of tax, including income, sales and consumer use, value added and payroll. Vertex also offers solutions for tax data management, compliance and reporting, tax research, and planning and analysis. The company was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania.
Learn more about Vertex Inc
Size
1,200 employees
Market Cap
$2.2 billion
Industry
Business Services
Net Income
-$78.9 million
Founded
1978
Revenue
$374.6 million
NASDAQ
VERX
* Ladders Estimates

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