Bench Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Bench Technician
Job Description

This role focuses on repairing and servicing aircraft components at the bench level rather than working on the aircraft itself. You will work at a dedicated station where parts are sent in for inspection, troubleshooting, and repair, including instruments such as altimeters, pressure instruments, gyroscopes, indicators, fuel flow transmitters, and gauges. You will apply strong analog and component-level electronics skills to ensure precision, reliability, and safety of aircraft instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair aircraft components at the bench, focusing on analog and component-level electronics.
• Perform detailed component-level repair on subassemblies, such as replacing components on printed circuit boards.
• Diagnose and resolve issues with electric motors, electric control panels, power distribution blocks, and relay boards.
• Use inspection tools and instruments such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and voltmeters to test and verify proper operation of components and assemblies.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints to guide repair and assembly work.
• Perform soldering and rework on electronic components and assemblies to a high quality standard.
• Sand, clean, and prepare parts as needed to support repair and refurbishment activities.
• Work with a range of aircraft instruments including altimeters, pressure instruments, gyroscopes, indicators, fuel flow transmitters, and gauges as needed.
• Document findings, repairs, and test results accurately to support quality and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with other technicians in the instrument shop to share knowledge, solve complex issues, and support team goals.
• Work independently at your bench while communicating effectively with the broader team when assistance or coordination is needed.
• Follow established procedures, safety guidelines, and quality standards throughout all repair and testing activities.

• Minimum of 1 year of experience working on electronics at the component level, including vacuum tubes or analog systems.
• Strong analog electronics background, ideally down to component-level repair.
• Proficiency in bench-level work, including comfort with bench tooling and test equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot, sand, solder, and repair electric motors, electric control panels, power distribution blocks, and relay boards.
• Experience reading and interpreting electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Hands-on troubleshooting skills with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience using inspection tools and instruments such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and voltmeters.
• Solid understanding of analog and analog/digital electronics in a bench technician or avionics environment.
• background in electronics repair, component repair, and component assembly.
• Soldering skills suitable for precise component-level work.
• Comfort working in an avionics or military maintenance environment with a strong electrical focus.

• Experience working with aircraft instruments such as gyroscopes, altimeters, indicators, fuel flow transmitters, and gauges.
• Avionics or military maintenance background with strong electrical experience, even without direct experience on the specific instruments mentioned.
• Familiarity with aircraft component repair processes and standards.
• Ability to adapt to new instruments and systems with coaching and on-the-job learning.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality in a regulated environment.
• Willingness to learn, expand technical skills, and take advantage of coaching and mentoring opportunities.

The organization has been established for over 70 years and offers a stable, long-term environment where employees are valued and supported. The culture is close-knit and family-oriented, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and helping one another succeed. Competitive pay is offered for the area, and the company is committed to taking care of its workers over the long term. Employees benefit from a collaborative atmosphere where coaching and skill development are encouraged for those who have solid fundamentals and want to grow.

Work Environment

You will work in a dedicated instrument shop as part of a team of approximately 30 people, with 20–25 technicians focused on instrument work. The environment is bench-based, with components and instruments sent to your station for repair rather than working directly on aircraft. You will use a variety of electronic inspection tools and instruments, including oscilloscopes, multimeters, and voltmeters, along with standard bench tooling for soldering and component-level repair. The culture is family-oriented and team-focused, where the entire group supports each other and experienced staff provide coaching to help you deepen your skills. The work is hands-on, detail-oriented, and centered around precision repair of aircraft instrumentation in a structured shop setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Auburn, CA.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Auburn,CA.

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

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
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.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.