Avionics Engineering Tradesperson - Personal requirements
Kaimahi Take Tāhiko Rererangi
Skills & knowledge
Avionics engineering tradespeople need to have:
- skill in diagnosing and solving electronic problems in aircraft equipment
- up to date knowledge of aircraft equipment (including radio, radar and instruments) and aircraft electro-mechanical systems (including cabin pressure systems, oxygen equipment and altitude measuring instruments)
- knowledge of approved repair techniques
- knowledge of safe work practices and aeronautical safety rules, regulations and methods
- technical skills
- skill in reading wire diagrams
- problem solving and decision-making skills
- listening and communication skills.
Ordering parts and keeping records is an important aspect of the job
Avionics engineers are responsible for an aircraft's electrical components
Personal Qualities
Avionics engineering tradespeople need to be accurate, patient, efficient and able to follow instructions. They should be practical and logical in their work, with an eye for detail. They also need to work well in a team and take responsibility for their own work.
"The job would suit someone who understands how a computer works and how things interlink. Initiative helps because a lot of avionics installations require initiative to install them correctly."
Sean Moynihan - Avionics Engineering Tradesperson
Physical Requirements
Avionics engineering tradespeople must be certified as medically fit and healthy, and pass a psychological evaluation test that certifies them as mentally fit and able. Avionics engineering tradespeople also need to have good hand-eye co-ordination, normal colour vision and must be comfortable working in confined spaces.
"Small confined spaces are an issue and you may be required to climb into fuel tanks to perform an inspection. So if you were claustrophobic it would make some tasks hard to perform."
Paul Scales - Avionics Engineering Tradesperson
