Avionics Technician

Avionics Technician

Varstaff is currently searching for Avionics Technicians for our client in Hagerstown, MD. This role is a Level 5.

A Level 5 Aviation Technician should serve as a subject matter expert in Aircraft ISR integrations and act as a strong mentor to junior technicians. As an Avionics Technician V, you will be regarded as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and will use your skills and expertise to perform avionics maintenance according to FCC, FAA and company policies and regulations. You'll be responsible for overseeing and may teach installation, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of avionics components, and maintenance of test equipment, tools, and manuals.

Physical/Mental/Emotional Requirements:

• Frequently walk, sit, stand, climb stairs and steps.
• Frequently repeat same hand, arm, and finger motion many times to include finger and hand dexterity.
• Frequently requires vision abilities to include close, distance, depth perception, and telling the difference between colors.
• Frequently requires hearing abilities to include discerning different tones and volumes.
• Occasionally lifting or carrying up to 50 lbs.

Working Conditions:

• Frequently exposed to outdoor elements (high/low temperatures, sun, rain/snow, etc.)
• Frequently exposed to fumes or hazardous chemicals/materials.
• Frequently exposed to loud noises.
• Safety Sensitive Position: Responsible for the safety or security of people or property. Inspects, handles, or transports explosives, dangerous or hazardous materials. Inspects structures, equipment or vehicles. Performs aviation related duties. Operate or supervise vehicles, heavy or dangerous equipment or machinery

Must-haves:

• Own tools in good working order
• Ability to understand and interpret complex, technical, schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals and/or publications; ability to route wires per technical drawings
• Proficiency in avionics installation tooling, wiring, wiring repair, wiring installation, soldering and crimping techniques
• Basic understanding of spectrometer, Oscilloscope and/or Pitot static equipment

Preferred:

• Prior experience in a Lead role; the ability to mentor, train, guide and inspect the work of subordinates
• Familiarity with FCC and FCC GROL
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military

This position demands hands-on proficiency with harness assembly and aircraft modification, including harness routing, connector termination, ring-out, and functional testing. These specialized skills are crucial to ensure the proper integration and performance of complex aircraft systems during modification projects. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate experience with terminating the following connector types:

• COAX
• CIR-MILR
• RJ-45 Network
• D-SUB

Experience with TRIAX, QUADRAX, Fiber-Optic assemblies, and El Ochito RF Connectors is not required but would certainly be a nice-to-have.

Education: - Must-haves: High school diploma or GED equivalent and typically 15 or more years of relevant experience. A higher level degree may substitute for experience. Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education.