Avionics Technician

Avionics Technician

This role focuses on the installation, repair, and support of avionics systems for heavy maintenance and modification programs on 737 MAX and A330 commercial aircraft. You will work hands-on with wiring, electrical systems, and avionics components to ensure aircraft are maintained and modified to high safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform avionics installation and repair on commercial aircraft, including 737 MAX and A330 models, in support of heavy maintenance and modification programs.
• Review and interpret task orders, maintenance manuals, Engineering Orders, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and tool/parts lists to plan and execute work accurately.
• Carry out wiring activities including routing, termination, securing, and labeling of electrical and avionics harnesses in accordance with engineering specifications and aviation standards.
• Test avionics and electrical systems to verify proper operation, identify discrepancies, and ensure compliance with technical and regulatory requirements.
• Troubleshoot electrical and avionics issues, diagnose root causes, and perform corrective actions or repairs to restore system functionality.
• Install, remove, and re-install aircraft interiors as required to access avionics and electrical systems, ensuring all components are properly fitted and secured.
• Use appropriate hand tools, test equipment, and installation tools safely and effectively to complete assigned tasks.
• Follow all documented procedures, work instructions, and quality standards for avionics systems installation and repair in a commercial MRO environment.
• Maintain an organized work area, manage personal tool inventory in line with the required minimum tool list, and ensure tools are in good working condition.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams, engineering, and other technicians to coordinate work, share information, and meet project schedules.
• Adhere to safety protocols, facility rules, and regulatory requirements while working in hangar and aircraft environments.
• Work assigned shifts, including weekends when required, and be available for overtime to support operational and project needs.
• Perform physically demanding tasks, including standing for extended periods, stooping, bending, and reaching into confined or elevated work areas.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in avionics installation and repair for Tech I roles, or 4+ years of avionics installation and repair experience in a commercial MRO environment for Tech II roles.
• Hands-on experience with avionics systems installation, repair, and troubleshooting on commercial aircraft.
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, blueprints, maintenance manuals, and Engineering Orders.
• Proficiency in wiring routing, termination, and testing for electrical and avionics harnesses.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills, including diagnosing and correcting issues in avionics and aircraft electrical systems.
• Experience with aircraft interiors removal and installation, with at least 4+ years in this area noted as a core skill.
• Familiarity with avionics systems, avionics repair practices, and aircraft electrical standards.
• Capability to use standard aviation and installation tools safely and effectively, along with adherence to a defined minimum tool list.
• Ability to work any assigned shift, including weekends, and to support overtime requirements.
• Physical ability to stand, stoop, bend, and reach to access work areas within aircraft and hangar environments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Airframe license (A&P or airframe-specific) highly preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in avionics or aircraft maintenance is highly preferred when an airframe license is not held.
• Experience working in a commercial MRO hangar environment.
• Preferred experience with 737 MAX or other next-generation commercial aircraft.
• Comfort working from detailed technical documentation, including engineering orders and maintenance manuals.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety standards.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary maintenance and modification team.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a long-term contract with years of steady work and the potential to transition into a permanent position if desired. You can benefit from per diem availability and regular overtime opportunities, providing both financial stability and room to grow. The environment supports professional development through exposure to major commercial aircraft platforms and structured training, creating a solid path for career advancement in avionics and aircraft maintenance.

Work Environment

Work takes place in a large MRO hangar setting focused on commercial aircraft maintenance and modification. The first week is dedicated to training, typically running from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with the possibility of finishing early toward the end of the week. After training, you move to an assigned floor shift. Available shift times are 05:0015:30 or 15:3002:00, with schedules such as MondayThursday, TuesdayFriday, or ThursdaySunday. The role routinely offers approximately 1020 hours of overtime per week. The environment is hands-on and physically active, requiring extended periods of standing, as well as stooping, bending, and reaching to access work areas in and around aircraft. You will work with standard aviation tools, installation equipment, and test instruments in a busy hangar setting that emphasizes safety, precision, and teamwork.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Jacksonville, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $45.00/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 Jacksonville, FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 1, 2026.