Aircraft Avionics Modification Specialist

Job Title: Avionics Technician

Job Description

This role focuses on performing C checks and heavy maintenance on Dash-8 aircraft, with a strong emphasis on the installation, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of avionics and electronic systems. You will ensure that all aircraft electronic and electrical systems operate safely, reliably, and in compliance with applicable standards, while working efficiently in a maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) hangar environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform C checks and heavy maintenance on Dash-8 aircraft, with a focus on avionics and electronic systems.

• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain aircraft electronic systems, including navigational systems, radar technology, radio communication systems, flight control tools, and other avionics systems.

• Conduct both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on avionics systems in a high-quality and efficient manner.

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair avionics components and assemblies using tools such as circuit testers, oscilloscopes, and voltmeters.

• Perform operational and functional checks on aircraft electrical systems and equipment to verify proper performance.

• Install, route, upgrade, and repair wire harnesses in accordance with engineering drawings and wiring standards.

• Build and repair wire harnesses, including basic soldering, harness build-up, wire stripping, and crimping.

• Install avionics equipment in accordance with engineering documentation while following all applicable wiring standards and best practices.

• Use work cards and production schedules to plan, execute, and complete assigned tasks within designated time frames.

• Maintain a high level of workmanship, safety, and documentation accuracy throughout all maintenance and modification activities.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 4+ years of avionics experience in modification or heavy maintenance environments.

• Proven experience with avionics installation and troubleshooting, including system checks on aircraft.

• Strong troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and resolving issues with avionics and electronic systems.

• Hands-on experience with wire harness fabrication, including soldering, wire stripping, crimping, and harness build-up.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and wiring diagrams for avionics installations.

• Experience using test equipment such as circuit testers, oscilloscopes, and voltmeters for fault isolation and system verification.

• Must be eligible for a Secret clearance.

• Must provide and use own tools suitable for avionics maintenance and installation work.

• Capability to perform both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance in a high-quality and efficient manner.

• Comfort working on Dash-8 or similar regional aircraft in a heavy maintenance or modification setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• A&P or A license preferred.

• Previous experience in an MRO or heavy maintenance environment.

• Experience performing C checks and heavy checks on regional aircraft.

• Familiarity with aircraft production schedules and work card systems.

• Strong attention to detail and adherence to wiring standards and quality procedures.

• Ability to work collaboratively within a hangar team and communicate clearly with technicians and supervisors.

Why Work Here?

You will join a team with a strong, people-focused culture that values treating contractors and employees like family. The organization emphasizes work-life balance and strives to create a supportive environment where you can grow your skills while maintaining a healthy personal life. You can expect a collaborative atmosphere, respect for your craft, and a leadership approach rooted in trust and long-term relationships.

Work Environment

You will work in a hangar-based MRO environment that handles heavy maintenance and modification projects on multiple aircraft. The role follows a structured production schedule and work card system, requiring tasks to be completed within defined time frames. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with a one-hour lunch break from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. The setting involves working around aircraft, tools, and test equipment, and requires adherence to safety procedures and appropriate work attire suitable for a maintenance hangar.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Bridgewater, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $50.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bridgewater,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 7, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.