Aircraft Avionics Technician

Job Title:  Aircraft Avionics Technician

Location:  Philadelphia, PA

Pay Rate: $30.00 - $48.00/hr. based on experience. *daily per diem for non-local candidates*

Type of Position: 6 month contract to hire

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Aircraft Avionics Technician with experience in cable lay-ins, terminations, crimping, pinning, and soldering. The ideal candidate will be adept at assembling, modifying, and installing wire bundles, conductors, and other electrical components.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, modify, and install wire bundles, conductors, and other electrical components.
• Clearly document work performed and manage equipment status tags.
• Log critical information during installation and verify parts requests.
• Read and interpret schematics, assembly drawings, process specifications, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and written instructions.
• Use manual hand tools such as crimpers, strippers, wire cutters, and heat shrink guns.
• Operate complex, specialized aircraft test equipment.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with employees and supervisors.

Essential Skills

• 4+ years experience in avionics troubleshooting and functional testing.
• Proficiency in aircraft avionics systems, wiring, and wire harness assembly.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Experience with aircraft electronics, maintenance, and assembly.
• Soldering and coaxial cable skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Military experience considered.
• Knowledge of rotary or fixed-wing aircraft.

Work Environment

Work in the final assembly line with first and second shift opportunities available. No tools are required for this role.

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

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $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)

This is a fully onsite position in Philadelphia,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on May 25, 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.