Avionics Technician

Job Title - Avionics Technician

Pay Rate - $38.00 to $42.50/hr

Location - Columbus, MS

Job Description

We are seeking experienced Avionics Technicians to support new helicopter completions and retrofit programs. This position involves installing, modifying, and troubleshooting avionics systems on LUH-72, H-125, and H-145 helicopters in a modern, climate-controlled facility.

This is an excellent opportunity for technicians with strong avionics installation and wiring experience who are looking for a long-term role with growth potential.

Responsibilities

• Install, modify, and troubleshoot aircraft avionics systems

• Perform wiring, harness routing, termination, and integration work

• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, blueprints, and technical data

• Conduct functional testing and system checks to ensure proper operation

• Support new aircraft completions and retrofit modification projects

• Document work completed and maintain quality standards.

Essential Skills

• Avionics installation and modification experience on aircraft

• Strong wiring and harness installation experience

• Ability to troubleshoot avionics systems and components

• Experience reading wiring diagrams and engineering drawings

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Rotary-wing avionics experience preferred

• Experience on LUH-72, H-125, H-145, EC-135, EC-145, UH-60, or AH-64 aircraft is highly desirable

• STC modification experience is a plus

• Strong fixed-wing avionics installation experience will also be considered

• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented production environment

Work Environment

Work in a state-of-the-art, climate-controlled helicopter completion center supporting new aircraft builds and retrofit programs. All necessary tools are provided, and you'll work alongside a skilled team of aviation professionals in a clean, professional hangar environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, MS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $42.50/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 Columbus,MS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 10, 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.