Avionics Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Satellite Avionics Installer Location: Midland, TX - $5000 relocation bonus and a $1,050 monthly living stipend

Avionics Technician - Satellite Production

This is a hands-on avionics role supporting satellite manufacturing in a cleanroom environment. On a day-to-day basis, you'll be routing and securing wire harnesses, installing avionics components, troubleshooting systems, and ensuring all work is completed to strict aerospace and quality standards. You'll work from blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, and engineering documentation while collaborating closely with engineering and quality teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install avionics equipment, connectors, wiring, heaters, sensors, and related hardware.
• Route, dress, lace, clamp, and secure wire harnesses throughout satellite assemblies.
• Perform avionics installation and troubleshooting activities.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical work instructions.
• Conduct continuity checks and assist with inspections to verify proper system operation.
• Use hand and power tools such as crimpers, heat guns, torque drivers, wire strippers, and other avionics assembly tools.
• Document completed work and support configuration updates and engineering changes as needed.
• Maintain cleanroom, ESD, and contamination-control requirements throughout the assembly process.

What They're Looking For:

• At least 2 years of avionics experience in aerospace, aviation, satellite, or related industries.
• Strong experience with wire harness installation, routing, and fabrication.
• Hands-on avionics installation and troubleshooting experience.
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics, blueprints, and engineering drawings.
• Comfortable working in a process-driven manufacturing environment with high quality standards.

Schedule Options:

• 1st Shift: Monday-Thursday, 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• 2nd Shift: Monday-Thursday, 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM (+10% shift differential)
• 3rd Shift: Friday-Sunday, 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM (+20% shift differential)
• 4th Shift: Friday-Sunday, 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM (+25% shift differential)

Work Environment: This position is based in a cleanroom production facility where you'll be building and integrating avionics systems for satellites. The environment is highly technical and team-oriented, requiring attention to detail, adherence to aerospace standards, and compliance with PPE, ESD, and contamination-control procedures. This is primarily a bench-build role with a strong focus on quality, precision, and mission-critical hardware.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Waco, TX.

The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $52.50/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)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Waco, TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Waco,TX.

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.