Sr Test Flight Electrician - Lead

Company: Pushing Past Possible
Location: New Orleans
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Qualifications - External Education: High school diploma or GED certificate. Position Requirements: Formal craft training and three (3) plus years of related experience, preferably in marine vessel testing. Ability to read blueprints, shop orders, sketches, and drawings is necessary to the completion of tasks or work. Must be able to perform basic (simple) shop mathematics. Must be willing to work rotating/second shift. Willingness and flexibility to work extended hours as needed to accomplish the task or work with little or no prior notification. ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL DEMAND REQUIREMENTS: Physical demands described have been validated by on-site job analysis. They are representative of the physical demands that must be met by an employee to successfully and safely perform the essential functions of this job. The following information is a synopsis of key physical demand requirements determined from a detailed job analysis: Postural: Must have the ability to move extremities and spine throughout a sufficient range of motion that will permit the employee to work in a variety of postures involving a range from floor to overhead level. Flexing and twisting of the trunk and other awkward postures are occasionally required. Dexterity : Must have a good dexterity and frequently use one and two hands throughout the work period for tasks involving fingering, gripping and manipulation. Cardiorespiratory Demand : Must have sufficient cardiorespiratory fitness to be able to perform medium work involving heavy lifting. Must be able to safely tolerate medium demands on the cardiorespiratory system in various temperature ranges and humidity. General Physical Activities : Include standing, walking, sitting, stooping, kneeling, squatting, body twisting, sense of touch, manual dexterity, speaking clearly, seeing distant/reading, reaching, hearing, depth perception, color vision, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, climbing stairs and balancing. Physical Demand Level - Medium : Must be able to perform medium physical labor as classified by the United States Department of Labor. Physical demands typically involve lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling not to exceed 60 lbs. How We Care At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives. Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples! - Flexible Work Schedules - Education Assistance - Career Development & Training Opportunities - Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement) - Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding - Paid Parental Leave Are you a Military Veteran? Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company. Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems. This role is in Textron System’s Marine & Land Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make! About This Role We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for. A Sr Test Flight Electrician – Lead performs all tasks associated with electrical/electronic system testing and maintenance as assigned by management. Responsibilities: Job duties include but are not limited to: · Being directly available within the work center to execute the scheduled workload · Inspecting all work and complying with the required quality inspections during all manufacturing actions performed by your work center · Inspecting craft and work center spaces daily for cleanliness and ensuring they comply with the FOD Prevention Program · Reading and interpreting drawings, manufacturing technical manuals, directives, and data · Being fully knowledgeable in Solumina documentation procedures and codes and able to communicate with clarity and accuracy · Being conscientious and committed to quality in all aspects of testing and production · Knowing your people and looking out for their welfare · Keeping your team informed · Ensuring craft contain no unnecessary trash, graffiti, markings, tape, labels, etc. · Perform touch labor tasks as assigned by your supervisor · Fill gaps in the event of personnel shortages · Updating your supervisor on job status · Communicating safety concerns · Communicating quality issues and concerns · Communicating work center and individual productivity concerns · Communicating behavioral concerns

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