Lead Avionics Technician

If you’re an avionics professional with leadership skills, extensive installation experience, and hands-on expertise with Garmin avionics systems and TBM aircraft, being capable of following electrical schematics, The Blackhawk Group is looking for you to lead our dynamic avionics team in Camarillo, CA. In this key leadership role, you’ll oversee avionics retrofit projects, guide a team of skilled technicians, and ensure that all work meets the highest safety and quality standards our clients expect.

As our Lead Avionics Technician, you’ll manage projects from concept to completion; from developing work scopes and assigning tasks to performing hands-on installations, troubleshooting, and maintenance. This is your opportunity to combine technical excellence with leadership in a fast-paced, customer-focused aviation environment.

Key Responsibilities:

·        Lead and manage avionics installation and maintenance projects of all sizes, including retrofit programs on TBM and other aircraft.

·        Oversee and perform wiring harness fabrication, routing, and termination for avionics and autopilot systems.

·        Troubleshoot and repair a wide range of avionics systems, including Com, Nav, GPS, Transponders, DME, WX Radar, EFIS, Altimeters, Autopilots, Datalink Weather and Traffic Systems, and GPWS.

·        Conduct pitot/static and transponder system testing, certification, and RVSM checks.

·        Perform Garmin system installations and configurations (G600 installs, L3 trilogy, GTN750, GMX200, GTS820, & GTX33/32).

·        Execute database and firmware updates, equipment modifications, and airworthiness directive/service bulletin compliance.

·        Ensure adherence to FAA regulations and maintain detailed documentation for Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA) compliance.

·        Coordinate with other service departments to ensure on-time delivery and customer satisfaction.

·        Ensure effective communication and collaboration within the avionics department.

·        Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to team members.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

·        Minimum 5 years of on-the-job avionics experience, including significant installation experience.

·        Proficient in reading and following electrical schematics.

·        Skilled in the use of Avionics tooling: Multimeter, Megger, Milliohm meter, etc.

·        Excellent soldering, wire crimping, connector assembly, and wire harness construction skills.

·        Strong attention to detail with commitment to safety and quality.

·        Must live locally or be willing to relocate.

Preferred Qualifications:

·        Avionics associate’s degree.

·        Proven leadership experience in a team lead or supervisory role.

·        A&P license.

·        Prior experience with multiple avionics brands, including Honeywell, Avidyne, S-TEC, and Aspen Avionics.

·        Experience leading avionics teams on retrofit programs and upgrades for high-performance aircraft.

Why Join Us?

At The Blackhawk Group, you'll be part of a fast-growing company that empowers employees and values continuous improvement. We provide in-depth training throughout the year, including annual OEM training. You'll contribute to an exciting team focused on delivering exceptional service to the aviation industry, helping aircraft operators maximize performance and effici