Avionics Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Avionics Technician

Job Description

This role focuses on performing advanced avionics maintenance, repairs, installations, and troubleshooting on rotary-wing aircraft, with a primary emphasis on AW139 helicopters. The Avionics Technician uses strong technical expertise to ensure all systems operate safely and reliably within an FAA repair station environment, supporting maintenance, repair, overhaul, and completion activities for a diverse fleet of aircraft.

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Responsibilities

• Perform installation, troubleshooting, repair, and overhaul of avionics systems on AW139 helicopters and other aircraft as assigned.
• Diagnose and resolve complex avionics issues using systematic troubleshooting methods in an FAA repair station environment.
• Install, terminate, and route wire harnesses and cabling in accordance with engineering drawings, technical data, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct maintenance and repair on avionics components such as transponders, navigation and communication systems (Navcomms), radar systems, distance measuring equipment (DME), and related equipment.
• Support completion and modification projects by installing and integrating avionics equipment and systems on new or in-service aircraft.
• Interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals to perform accurate and compliant installations and repairs.
• Collaborate with maintenance and structures teams to coordinate avionics tasks within broader maintenance and overhaul projects.
• Work efficiently in a heavy maintenance environment, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, and to high quality standards.
• Use and maintain personal basic hand tools and test equipment in good working order.
• Document all work performed in accordance with regulatory and company requirements, ensuring accurate records of maintenance and repairs.
• Adhere to FAA, company, and industry standards, including safety procedures and quality control processes.
• Work overtime as needed to support maintenance schedules, customer deadlines, and operational requirements.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 4+ years of recent, relevant avionics experience.
• Hands-on experience in troubleshooting, maintenance, and installation of avionics systems in an FAA repair station.
• Proficiency in avionics installation, troubleshooting, repair, and overhaul on helicopters or fixed-wing aircraft.
• Ability to fabricate, install, and repair wire harnesses and associated avionics wiring.
• Experience working with avionics systems such as transponders, navigation and communication equipment, radar, and DME.
• Strong understanding of FAA regulations and repair station procedures related to avionics maintenance.
• Capability to read and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and maintenance manuals.
• Experience in a heavy maintenance environment, supporting major inspections, overhauls, and modifications.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime as required by operational needs.
• Possession of personal basic tools appropriate for avionics maintenance work.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous field experience with helicopters, particularly AgustaWestland models such as AW139, is highly preferred.
• Experience with avionics from manufacturers such as Garmin, Honeywell, or Cobham is a plus.
• Experience working on a variety of aircraft types, including AgustaWestland, Bell, Sikorsky, Eurocopter/Airbus, Boeing, Falcon Jet, HondaJet, Learjet, Phenom, Cessna, Citation, Bombardier, and Embraer, is beneficial.
• Open to candidates with a mix of corporate, commercial, helicopter, or military experience, provided there is FAA-related experience.
• FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License with radar endorsement is preferred.
• FAA-certified Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic certification is preferred.
• Civilian aircraft maintenance experience is preferred.
• Experience in completion centers or MRO environments, including installation support and modifications, is advantageous.

Why Work Here?

You will join a specialized maintenance, repair, and overhaul facility that focuses on complex avionics and completion projects for a diverse fleet of aircraft. The organization offers exposure to advanced helicopter platforms, particularly AW139, and provides opportunities to develop deep technical expertise in a professional, safety-focused environment. You will collaborate with experienced aviation professionals, work on high-profile programs, and gain broad experience across multiple aircraft types and avionics systems, supporting your long-term career growth in the aviation industry.

Work Environment

The role is based in a maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) and completion center located adjacent to a major helicopter production facility in Philadelphia, PA. The environment centers on performing maintenance, repair, overhaul, completion, and installation support for a variety of aviation organizations, with a strong focus on AgustaWestland helicopters. You will work in a heavy maintenance setting that includes hangar and shop spaces, using standard avionics test equipment, hand tools, and diagnostic devices. The schedule may include overtime to meet project and customer deadlines. Work is hands-on and detail-oriented, requiring adherence to FAA repair station standards, safety protocols, and quality procedures in a professional aviation maintenance facility.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bensalem, PA.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/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 Bensalem,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 17, 2026.

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.

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.