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Overview: 

Signalink is seeking an Aviation Analyst to join our growing team supporting U.S. Army aviation modernization, prototype integration, system validation, and fielding activities. This position is ideal for an experienced aviation maintainer, avionics technician, crew chief, or aircraft systems specialist who enjoys solving complex technical problems and working directly with engineers and Army customers.

The Aviation Analyst serves as a technical liaison between engineering teams and end users by supporting aircraft modification efforts through prototype installations, demonstrations, validation and verification (VAL/VER) events, troubleshooting, and technical evaluations. This individual will travel to customer locations to assist with aircraft integration activities, identify and resolve installation issues, validate engineering designs, and provide hands-on technical expertise throughout the system development lifecycle.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide technical support during prototype installations, aircraft modification efforts, demonstrations, customer evaluations, and validation/verification (VAL/VER) events.
• Troubleshoot aircraft mechanical, electrical, avionics, and integration issues on Army rotary-wing platforms, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions.
• Work closely with engineering, logistics, manufacturing, and technical publications teams to ensure aircraft modifications are accurately implemented and documented.
• Interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, installation instructions, technical manuals, and aircraft schematics to support modification activities.
• Perform aircraft system operational checks and assist with diagnosing discrepancies discovered during installation, integration, or testing.
• Document technical findings, installation observations, discrepancies, and recommended design improvements for engineering review.
• Provide technical guidance to installation teams and customers regarding aircraft systems, troubleshooting procedures, and modification requirements.
• Assist engineering teams during design reviews by providing maintainability, installation, and operational feedback.
• Coordinate with Army customers, OEM representatives, and internal project teams to resolve technical issues and ensure successful project execution.
• Support logistics, maintenance, and sustainment activities as required to meet overall program objectives.
• Maintain accurate records of field activities, troubleshooting efforts, and technical recommendations.

Requirements and Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 10+ years of experience maintaining, modifying, troubleshooting, or supporting military or commercial aircraft.
• Experience working with aircraft mechanical, electrical, avionics, or integrated aircraft systems.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, maintenance manuals, and technical documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with customers and engineering teams.
• Ability to travel up to 30%.
• Active Secret clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain one.
• Must be able to work onsite in Huntsville, Alabama.

Preferred Experience and Knowledge

• Experience supporting U.S. Army rotary-wing aircraft, particularly UH-60 Black Hawk variants.
• Military aviation maintenance experience as a mechanic, crew chief, avionics technician, electrician, or technical inspector.
• Familiarity with Army aviation technical manuals (TMs), Modification Work Orders (MWOs), wiring diagrams, and maintenance procedures.
• Experience supporting prototype aircraft modifications, developmental testing, operational testing, or validation and verification activities.
• Knowledge of aircraft electrical systems, avionics integration, wiring practices, and system diagnostics.
• Experience supporting engineering organizations, field service activities, or technical publication development.
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certification is a plus.
• Experience working in a DoD engineering, logistics, or sustainment environment.
• Ability to adapt quickly to new aircraft systems, customer requirements, and dynamic field environments.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

What We Offer:

Our industry-leading benefits package goes above and beyond competitive salary commensuration for those just beginning their career and seasoned professionals alike. Our comprehensive benefits package includes full coverage medical insurance, multiple retirement plan options, short and long term disability, life insurance, and work/life benefits including career development and recognition programs. Other perks we offer are flexible work schedules, company-sponsored events, and educational assistance.

Disability Accommodation for Applicants:

Signalink, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures.  If you have any difficulty using our online systems and need accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following alternative email address to contact us about your interest in employment at hrsupport@sgi-hq.us.

Company Overview:

​​Founded in 2005, Signalink is an SBA certified Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) specializing in Engineering Design and Development, Prototyping, and Systems Integration to the Department of Defense, Aerospace, and Commercial Industries.

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​AS9100D with ISO 9001:2015 certified with a commitment to excellence, Signalink provides the very best Information Engineering, Technical Solutions & Services and Operations support to our customers cost effectively and efficiently. We will accomplish everything we do in an ethical, honest, and professional manner.

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​Signalink, Inc., provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit, based factors