Avionics Technician

This role is based in a Part 145 repair station, working primarily in hangars on general aviation and corporate aircraft. The Avionics Technician will perform troubleshooting, upgrades, installations, and repairs of avionics equipment and systems on a variety of aircraft, ensuring safe, reliable, and compliant operation.

Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting of avionics systems on general aviation and corporate aircraft to identify and resolve technical issues efficiently.
• Install, upgrade, and configure avionics equipment and systems in accordance with applicable regulations, technical data, and company procedures.
• Carry out avionics repairs, including component replacement, wiring, and harness work, using schematics and technical documentation.
• Read and interpret avionics schematics and wiring diagrams to support accurate installation and troubleshooting activities.
• Support inspections and maintenance activities on general aviation aircraft and a wide variety of corporate aircraft, including King Air 200 series and Citation 500 series, in coordination with maintenance teams.
• Use Garmin avionics systems and related equipment for installations, upgrades, and troubleshooting where applicable.
• Document all work performed in accordance with regulatory and internal requirements, ensuring accuracy and traceability.
• Collaborate with other technicians and maintenance personnel in the hangar to complete work efficiently and safely.
• Travel locally as needed to support avionics work at nearby locations or on aircraft within the region.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area in the hangar environment.

• 1–3 years of corporate or general aviation avionics troubleshooting experience.
• Hands-on experience with avionics systems troubleshooting, installation, and repair.
• Ability to read and interpret avionics schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Experience working on general aviation and corporate aircraft avionics.
• Strong avionics troubleshooting skills, including systematic diagnosis of equipment and system issues.
• Ability to perform avionics installations, including wiring, terminations, and harness work.
• Familiarity with Part 145 repair station practices and standards.
• Ability to work full-time on a first-shift schedule and flex hours as needed, including some weekends and light travel.

• Garmin avionics experience is highly preferred.
• Experience with harness fabrication or modification in an avionics environment.
• Background in military avionics will be considered and is welcomed.
• Exposure to inspections and maintenance on aircraft such as King Air 200 series and Citation 500 series is a plus.
• Familiarity with environments that are Flight Safety certified on specific aircraft types is beneficial.
• Experience in settings where NDT certification and PT6A training are present is an advantage.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills to work effectively within a hangar-based maintenance team.

You will join a specialized aviation organization that focuses on high-quality inspections and maintenance for both general aviation and corporate aircraft. The environment emphasizes technical excellence, safety, and continuous learning, with exposure to a variety of aircraft platforms such as King Air 200 series and Citation 500 series. You will work alongside experienced professionals in a Part 145 setting, gaining valuable experience with advanced avionics systems, including Garmin. The team culture supports collaboration, professional growth, and pride in delivering reliable, safe aircraft to customers.

Work Environment

Work takes place in two active hangars located in Mt. Olive, NC and Rocky Mount, NC, with a current team of approximately 20 people. The role is primarily based in the hangars, working directly on aircraft in a Part 145 repair station environment that focuses on general aviation and corporate aircraft. The standard schedule is first shift, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with additional hours and some weekends as needed to meet operational demands. The position may involve light travel around the local area to support aircraft at nearby locations. The setting is hands-on and technical, using avionics tools, schematics, and equipment appropriate for installation, troubleshooting, and repair work on aircraft systems.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mount Olive, NC.

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $30.00/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 Mount Olive,NC.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 10, 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.

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