Avionics Test Technician

Job Title: Avionics Test Technician

Location: Exton, PA

Type of Placement: Direct Placement

Pay: $25/hr - $30/hr

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Job Description

This role focuses on testing, troubleshooting, and repairing avionics instrumentation to the component level within a regulated repair station environment. You will calibrate complex instrumentation, work with both analog and digital circuitry, and use a wide range of electronic test equipment to ensure customer units meet stringent quality and regulatory standards. The position is available across three shifts, with all new hires completing 1-3 months of training on first shift before moving to their assigned schedule.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate avionics instrumentation in accordance with established procedures and regulatory guidelines.

• Troubleshoot and repair customer-owned units down to the component level for both analog and digital circuitry.

• Follow all guidelines and procedures applicable to FAR 145 repair station operations.

• Perform detailed diagnostics on electronic equipment using oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, frequency counters, and related test equipment.

• Conduct troubleshooting and repair on video and Ethernet circuitry, including flat panel instruments.

• Work with surface mount technology (SMT) and through-hole soldering techniques to repair and rework printed circuit boards (PCBs).

• Interpret and apply information from blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation to identify faults and implement repairs.

• Assemble, test, and verify avionics and electronic components on the bench to ensure proper function and compliance with specifications.

• Use pneumatic and electrical test setups where required to validate performance of avionics systems and components.

• Document test results, repairs performed, and parts used in accordance with internal procedures and regulatory requirements.

• Collaborate with team members and quality personnel to resolve complex technical issues and maintain high quality standards.

• Adhere to safety, quality, and production standards throughout all phases of testing and repair.

Essential Skills

• 2+ years of technical or equivalent education in electronics or a closely related field.

• 5+ years of experience in testing or maintaining electronic equipment.

• Proven ability to troubleshoot electronic systems down to the component level.

• Strong experience in electronics troubleshooting, including both analog and digital circuitry.

• Hands-on experience with surface mount technology (SMT) and through-hole soldering.

• Familiarity with troubleshooting video and Ethernet circuitry, including flat panel instruments.

• Ability to read, interpret, and work from blueprints and electronic schematics.

• Complete fluency in the use of electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, frequency counters, and similar tools.

• Experience working with bench avionics or comparable bench electronic testing and repair.

• Capability to troubleshoot electrical systems and avionics electrical systems using appropriate test equipment and documentation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with major aerospace or defense manufacturers such as Boeing, Lockheed Martin, BAE, or similar environments is preferred.

• Experience with CTDI or similar electronic repair and testing organizations is beneficial.

• Experience with PCB assembly, rework, and inspection using SMT and through-hole technologies.

• Comfort working with pneumatics and testing circuits that integrate electrical and pneumatic components.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality in a production-driven environment.

Why Work Here?

You will join a team that offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. The benefits program includes medical, dental, and vision coverage with no waiting period, ensuring immediate access to care. You accrue two weeks of vacation, receive nine public holidays plus three floating holidays, and have six days of sick time to support time away from work when needed. A 401(k) plan with up to 4% company match after 90 days helps you build long-term financial stability, while a 5% bonus plan and yearly review-based raises of around 4% reward strong performance. Second and third shift roles receive additional shift differentials of 10% and 15% respectively, recognizing the value of your flexibility. The culture emphasizes a friendly, relaxed atmosphere that still maintains a strong focus on quality and production, giving you the opportunity to grow your technical skills in a supportive and professional setting.

Work Environment

You will work in a clean production and assembly environment that supports detailed electronic and avionics testing and repair. The atmosphere is friendly and relaxed while remaining production-driven, with clear expectations for meeting output and quality goals. The operation runs across first, second, and third shifts, and all new hires train on first shift for 1-3 months before transitioning to their assigned shift. Dress is typical for a clean production and electronics lab environment, supporting safe and precise hands-on work with sensitive electronic equipment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Exton, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $62400.00/yr.

-Current benefit package includes a comprehensive Medical (Independent Administrators), Dental (MetLife), & Vision (VBA) program with no grace period -Vacation - 2 weeks accrual -Holidays - 9 public +3 floating holidays -Sick - 6 days -401k (up to 4%) match after 90 days -Bonus Plan (5%) Annually December -Performance review raises (4%) Yearly -2nd Shift Differential: +10% -3rd Shift Differential: +15%

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Exton,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 16, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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