Avionics Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Avionics Technician

Job Description

The Avionics Technician operates, tests, modifies, troubleshoots, repairs, and inspects avionics and electrical systems on aircraft while adhering to all safety and regulatory requirements. This role performs functional and operational checkouts of complex electrical and avionics systems, interprets detailed wiring diagrams and schematics, and uses specialized test equipment to ensure all systems perform reliably and safely before aircraft flight. The technician works within defined man-hour budgets and schedules, maintaining high quality standards in a climate-controlled hangar environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate, test, modify, troubleshoot, repair, and inspect all avionics and electrical systems on the aircraft.
• Interpret and follow complex wiring diagrams, blueprints, and schematics to install, test, and repair avionics and electrical systems.
• Conduct wire-by-wire inspections and perform power, functional, and operational checkouts of electrical and avionics systems prior to aircraft flight.
• Set up and use required electrical and electronic test equipment in accordance with technical data and complete appropriate functional tests.
• Connect air data test sets to appropriate aircraft fixtures and complete full functional checkouts of the entire pitot/static air data system.
• Troubleshoot and correct discrepant avionics and electrical systems, identifying root causes and implementing effective repairs.
• Perform soldering applications in various positions to support installation, repair, and modification of wiring and components.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience operating, testing, modifying, troubleshooting, repairing, and inspecting aircraft avionics and electrical systems.
• Proficiency in interpreting and following complex wiring diagrams, blueprints, and schematics.
• Demonstrated ability to perform wire-by-wire, power, functional, and operational checkouts of electrical and avionics systems prior to flight.
• Experience setting up and using electrical and electronic test equipment in compliance with technical data to perform functional tests.
• Ability to connect and operate air data test sets and complete full functional checkouts of pitot/static air data systems.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to identify and correct discrepant avionics and electrical systems.

Pay

$25/hr-$33/hr

Shift

The primary schedule is on second shift, Monday through Thursday, from 3:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., with additional hours or schedule adjustments possible as business needs evolve.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Little Rock, AR.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $33.00/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 Little Rock,AR.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 2026.

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.

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.