Aviation Data Coordinator at Garmin International in Olathe, Kansas

Job Description:

We are seeking a full-time Aeronautical Data Specialist for our headquarters in the greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for the attribution, processing, evaluation and maintenance of aeronautical data and the execution of Quality Assurance processes.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Edit, manipulate, and maintain aeronautical data using custom and 3rd party software


• Perform routine data entry and verification tasks


• Conduct testing and evaluation of GARMIN aeronautical data products


• Perform established operations for quality assurance


• Learn, understand, and apply established or new processes


• Work periodic over-time, holidays, and weekends as necessary

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned


• Continuously adapt with evolving technology and product requirements


• Periodic over-time, holiday, and weekend work may be necessary

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university OR substantial demonstrated aeronautical knowledge that would allow the Associate to complete the essential functions of the Aeronautical Data Specialist position.


• Excellent academics (cumulative GPS greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)


• Proficient computer skills - familiarity with Windows Operating System (OS), Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat Professonal and other PC based office applications.


• Must be detail-oriented with the ability to work proactively and effectively with minimal supervision


• The ability to prioritize and multi-task in a flexible, fast paced, and challenging technical environment to meet competing and concurrent deadlines


• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills


• Demonstrate effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
  
   

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Understanding of Aeronautical navigation data and/or Instrument Flight Rules, Instrument Procedures, and the National Airspace System


• Database skills and SQL knowledge


• Familiarity with Cartography, GIS principles and methodologies


• Bilingual skills

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.