Avionics Manager

Job Title: Avionics Integration Manager

Job Description

The Avionics Integration Manager develops technically sound avionics solutions, leads integration efforts, and provides the technical content required for accurate and competitive avionics quotations. This role collaborates closely with Business Operations, Planning, Production, Quality, and Business Development to ensure projects are properly engineered, competitively quoted, efficiently executed, and completed in full compliance with FAA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical expert for avionics integration and aircraft modernization, providing leadership and guidance on complex modification projects.
• Develop avionics system architectures and integration concepts tailored to specific aircraft configurations and mission requirements.
• Evaluate aircraft configurations and recommend Garmin and other avionics solutions that meet customer needs and certification requirements.
• Coordinate with OEMs, STC holders, DERs, and engineering organizations to ensure designs and installations meet regulatory and technical standards.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of avionics technologies, certification requirements, and industry best practices.
• Lead technical quote development by providing engineering and installation expertise to create accurate, executable, and competitive customer proposals.
• Define system architecture, equipment configurations, installation scope, labor estimates, material requirements, certification considerations, and project schedules for proposed work.
• Develop detailed Bills of Material (BOMs) and installation labor estimates to support pricing and planning activities.
• Review aircraft compatibility and certification requirements to ensure proposed solutions can be successfully implemented and approved.
• Coordinate with Business Operations and Sales to develop complete customer proposals that clearly communicate technical solutions and options.
• Participate in customer meetings to explain technical solutions, upgrade options, and integration strategies in a clear and professional manner.
• Develop installation concepts and technical work packages that guide maintenance and avionics technicians through the modification process.
• Review wiring diagrams, electrical loads, and interface requirements to ensure safe and reliable system integration.
• Coordinate STCs, FAA approvals, and engineering installation standards and work instructions to support compliant modifications.
• Support troubleshooting of complex avionics integration issues, providing hands-on technical guidance and root cause analysis.
• Provide technical oversight for avionics modification projects from planning through return-to-service, ensuring quality and compliance.
• Support Production and Maintenance personnel during installations by answering technical questions and resolving integration challenges.
• Configure, test, and validate Garmin avionics systems to confirm proper operation and integration with existing aircraft systems.
• Coordinate operational testing and return-to-service documentation to meet regulatory and customer requirements.
• Assist in developing the organization’s avionics capabilities, including processes, standards, and service offerings.
• Develop standardized avionics upgrade packages that streamline quoting, installation, and certification activities.
• Coordinate tooling, software, and OEM training necessary to support current and future avionics integration work.
• Maintain avionics installation procedures and standards to ensure consistent quality and regulatory compliance.
• Support customer meetings and technical presentations as a subject matter expert on avionics solutions and aircraft modernization.
• Identify avionics upgrade opportunities across business aviation, government, and special mission customers.
• Develop and maintain relationships with Garmin, OEMs, distributors, and engineering partners to support program growth and technical capability.
• Collaborate effectively with the Director of Maintenance, Production Coordinator, Planning Manager, Business Operations, Business Development & Sales, Chief Inspector, Maintenance & Avionics Technicians, and external engineering partners.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts focused on technical accuracy of quotes, installation quality, schedule adherence, project profitability, customer satisfaction, avionics revenue growth, and proposal win rate.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• FAA A&P License Required, FAA Inspection Authorization (IA) is preferred.
• FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL) is preferred.
• Garmin factory or dealer training is highly desirable.
• Minimum seven years of aircraft maintenance experience, with a strong understanding of aircraft systems and maintenance practices.
• Minimum five years of avionics installation and integration experience, including hands-on work with complex modifications.
• Experience with Part 135 operations and STC/DER processes is preferred.
• Familiarity with avionics integration and aircraft modernization for business aviation, government, and special mission aircraft.
• Preferred experience working on aircraft such as Hawker 800/850XP/900XP/1000, King Air series, Citation series, Learjet series, Falcon series, Pilatus PC-12, Dash 8 series, CRJ series, and CASA 235.
• Proficiency with avionics electrical systems, avionics systems, and aircraft electrical wiring practices.
• Ability to develop accurate labor estimates and technical proposals for avionics projects.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and resolving avionics and integration issues.
• Experience with avionics installation planning and project execution in a maintenance or repair environment.
• Knowledge of avionics system testing software and related tools used to validate system performance.
• Solid project management skills, including schedule management, resource coordination, and budget awareness.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated technical leadership and sound engineering judgment in avionics-related decisions.
• Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance, particularly with FAA requirements and standards.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams, including maintenance, production, planning, and business development.

Why Work Here?

Join a growing FAA Part 145 Repair Station that is actively expanding its avionics integration capabilities and investing in advanced technologies. You will have the opportunity to shape a comprehensive avionics program, influence standards and offerings, and work with a diverse mix of business aviation, government, and special mission customers. The organization values technical excellence, safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement, providing a collaborative environment where your expertise is recognized and your ideas help drive future growth.

Work Environment

Work in a large, active hangar environment alongside a team of more than 25 aviation professionals, with continued growth expected. The role operates on a Monday through Friday schedule, approximately 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., supporting a structured yet dynamic setting focused on aircraft maintenance and avionics integration. You will collaborate closely with maintenance and avionics technicians, production staff, planning, and business operations while working around a variety of aircraft platforms and modern avionics systems and tools.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Georgetown, SC.

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $65.00/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 Georgetown,SC.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 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.