Aircraft Electronics Technician III - KC-46 Avionics

Job Description

Job Description

Pay: $53.00 - $56.90 per hour

Job description:

Program: KC-46 Test Aircraft Maintenance Support (KTAMS), 412th Test Wing

We are seeking experienced Electronics Technician II and III professionals to support KC-46 aircraft avionics systems maintenance for developmental test operations at Edwards AFB . This position supports critical Air Force RDT&E missions and requires highly skilled avionics technicians with KC-46 or like-aircraft experience.

Union Position: This role is covered under the local IAM Union Chapter. All wages, benefits, and working conditions are governed by the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) .

Position Overview

Technicians will perform maintenance on KC-46 avionics systems, including communication, navigation, defense systems, and related electronic components in accordance with Air Force Technical Orders and KTAMS procedures .

Electronics Technician II

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform pre-flight and operational communications checks, including COMSEC handling
• Troubleshoot, isolate, and repair avionics, comm/nav, counter-measure, and environmental systems
• Remove/replace components and accomplish software uploads and service bulletins
• Enter and track maintenance data in required aircraft forms and MIS systems
• Maintain tool control, FOD prevention, and safety compliance
• Support TDY travel as required

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 4 years KC-46 or like-aircraft avionics experience
• FAA Airframe License (required)
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Electronics Technician III

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform advanced avionics troubleshooting and system maintenance
• Provide technical direction to assigned personnel
• Conduct inspections, operational checks, and component repairs
• Coordinate workload with production supervision
• Ensure accurate maintenance documentation and MIS entries
• Support TDY travel as required

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 7 years KC-46 or like-aircraft avionics experience
• FAA Airframe License (required)
• Strong technical order knowledge and leadership capability
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Work Environment

• Aircraft hangar and flightline operations
• Compliance with AFI medical and drug testing requirements
• Strict adherence to safety, security, and maintenance standards

Qualified avionics technicians with heavy military aircraft experience are encouraged to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tools provided
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a minimum of 7 years experience working on KC-46 or similar mobility aircraft?
• You must possess an FAA Airframe license. Do you?

Experience:

• FAA license and KC46 or similar: 1 year (Preferred)

Security clearance:

• Secret (Preferred)

Work Location: In person