Avionics Technician

Job Title: Avionics Technician

Job Description

As an Avionics Technician, you will be responsible for the hands-on assembly and testing of aerospace components and subsystems in the R&D shop. You will collaborate directly with engineers to build and validate new hardware, guiding it on its path to flight qualification across a diverse array of products and processes.

Responsibilities

• Assemble aerospace components and subsystems from engineering drawings, work orders, and specifications.

• Operate test equipment to validate and characterize hardware under development.

• Collaborate closely with engineering throughout the build and test phases, ensuring clear communication and prompt responsiveness to feedback.

• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and tolerances including GD&T.

• Document assembly and test results accurately to support engineering iteration.

• Identify and promptly communicate defects or anomalies to engineering.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in assembly or testing within an aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing environment.

• Experience in operating, programming, or setting up automated or semi-automated test equipment.

• Proficiency in building and testing avionics, electromechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or power electronics components.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience operating plastic injection molding equipment is a bonus.

• Experience in avionics installation and wire harness.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic startup aviation company that offers significant growth potential, providing an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative aerospace developments.

Work Environment

You will be part of a startup that is experiencing growth, working in an environment that fosters innovation and collaboration.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of El Segundo, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $104000.00/yr.

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.

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Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in El Segundo,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 21, 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.