Avionics Technician

Job Title: Avionics Technician

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Job Description

This role focuses on performing avionics repair, installation, and modification on a variety of commercial fixed-wing aircraft. You will work hands-on in a hangar environment, diagnosing and resolving avionics issues, installing new systems, and supporting aircraft return-to-service in a fast-paced, time-sensitive setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform avionics repair, installation, and modification on a variety of commercial fixed-wing aircraft.

• Troubleshoot avionics systems to identify faults and implement effective corrective actions.

• Install, configure, and verify avionics equipment and systems in accordance with technical data and regulatory requirements.

• Support aircraft modification projects, including integration of new avionics components and systems.

• Use wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals to perform harness work and system installations.

• Ensure all work meets quality, safety, and compliance standards to support timely aircraft return-to-service.

• Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, especially on time-critical projects, to minimize aircraft downtime.

• Use personal tools in an organized tool box to complete daily tasks safely and efficiently.

• Collaborate with other technicians and maintenance personnel to coordinate work and meet project schedules.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 3+ years of avionics experience.

• Hands-on aircraft avionics experience, preferably on commercial fixed-wing aircraft.

• Proficiency in avionics troubleshooting and diagnosis of system faults.

• Experience with avionics installation, including wiring and harness work.

• Background in aircraft modification or repair involving avionics systems.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with a strong sense of urgency.

• Capability to support time-sensitive work focused on returning aircraft to service quickly.

• Ownership of personal tools stored in a tool box (tools do not need to be shadowed or etched).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Commercial aircraft avionics experience is preferred, but experience on any aircraft platform will be considered.

• Experience working on aircraft modification projects is highly valued.

• Experience performing avionics repairs in a maintenance or hangar environment.

• Strong attention to detail and adherence to safety and quality standards.

• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, wiring diagrams, and schematics.

• Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules and shift assignments.

Why Work Here?

You will join a long-term opportunity that offers stability and the potential for ongoing assignments in a specialized aviation environment. The role provides competitive compensation and the chance to deepen your expertise in avionics while working on a variety of commercial aircraft. You will be part of a team that values urgency, quality, and professionalism, with schedules designed to offer extended blocks of time off.

Work Environment

This position is based in a hangar environment working on commercial fixed-wing aircraft. The primary schedule options include a day shift structured as four 10-hour shifts (7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Sunday through Wednesday) or three 13-hour shifts (7:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Thursday through Sunday), with the understanding that shifts may change based on operational needs. You will work around active maintenance operations, aircraft systems, and standard aviation tools and equipment. Personal tools must be kept in a tool box, though they do not need to be shadowed or etched. The environment is fast-paced and focused on time-sensitive projects, particularly work related to returning aircraft to service quickly.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Birmingham, AL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Birmingham,AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.