Avionics Technician

Job Title: Avionics Technician

Job Description

This role focuses on inspecting, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing complex avionics systems on commercial aircraft in a certified Part 145 repair station environment. You will work with a wide range of systems including radar, radio, navigation, autopilot, and compass systems, ensuring they meet all applicable FAA regulations and internal maintenance standards. The position requires strong technical skills, meticulous documentation, and the ability to work safely and efficiently in an active aircraft maintenance hangar and flightline setting.

Responsibilities

• Research and interpret technical data, maintenance manuals, schematics, blueprints, and other technical documents to plan and perform avionics maintenance and repair activities.

• Inspect avionics components and systems for defects, including loose connections, frayed wiring, and improper assembly or installation, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and standards.

• Test avionics equipment under simulated and actual operating conditions to determine performance, functionality, and airworthiness using test equipment such as oscilloscopes, digital meters and counters, and circuit analyzers.

• Diagnose and troubleshoot malfunctions in avionics systems including radar, radio, navigation, autopilot, and compass systems installed on commercial aircraft.

• Adjust, repair, or replace defective components and wiring based on analysis of test results, following all applicable maintenance manuals, technical data, and regulatory requirements.

• Calibrate installed or repaired avionics equipment to prescribed specifications to ensure accurate and reliable operation.

• Record all accomplished maintenance actions concisely, accurately, and legibly on repair station and/or customer-provided approved documents.

• Perform avionics installations, modifications, and upgrades on commercial aircraft, ensuring proper routing, securing, and termination of wiring and components.

• Use aircraft ground servicing equipment and hand tools safely and effectively while performing avionics maintenance and related tasks.

• Follow all safety procedures and regulatory requirements, including those related to FAA compliance, hazardous materials, and use of personal protective equipment.

• Collaborate with other technicians and maintenance personnel to support overall aircraft maintenance schedules and priorities.

• Work overtime as needed to support operational requirements and maintenance timelines.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an avionics technician working on aircraft avionics systems.

• Hands-on experience with troubleshooting, repair, and installation of avionics systems including radar, radio, navigation, autopilot, and compass systems.

• Strong avionics troubleshooting skills with the ability to interpret test results and identify root causes of system malfunctions.

• Proficiency in using avionics test equipment such as oscilloscopes, digital meters and counters, and circuit analyzers.

• Practical electrical experience related to aircraft and avionics systems, including wiring, connectors, and harnesses.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, maintenance manuals, and other technical documentation.

• Experience working on commercial aircraft airframes in a maintenance or repair station environment.

• Ability to accurately document maintenance actions on approved forms and records in accordance with regulatory and company requirements.

• Capability to meet physical demands including extended periods of sitting, standing, and walking, frequent bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, kneeling, balancing, and reaching above shoulder level, and occasional crawling, climbing, lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds unassisted.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Comfort working with aircraft ground servicing equipment such as tugs, tractors, hi-lifts, trucks, servicing carts, and test equipment.

• Ability to safely operate hand tools, rivet guns, and drills in an aviation maintenance setting.

• Preparedness to provide and use a basic personal tool set appropriate for avionics work (tool list available on request).

• Willingness to work overtime on an as-needed basis to support maintenance schedules.

Why Work Here?

The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package and a stable, long-term opportunity within a large, established aircraft maintenance operation. You can take advantage of a health savings account, medical coverage, dental and vision benefits, disability and life insurance (including short- and long-term disability), and accidental death and dismemberment insurance. A strong focus on employee well-being is supported through an employee wellness program and an employee assistance program. Financial security and future planning are encouraged through a 401(k) plan, while company-paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) help you maintain a healthy work-life balance. The contract-to-hire structure provides a clear path to long-term employment for those who demonstrate strong performance and a positive attitude.

Work Environment

This role is based in an aircraft maintenance hangar and on the flightline, working primarily on commercial aircraft. The standard schedule is first shift, Monday through Friday, from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with overtime available on an as-needed basis. You will work in an active maintenance environment that may involve high-intensity noise levels, extreme changes in temperature, working at heights, and operating around moving machinery and aircraft. Duties may include entering aircraft fuel tanks and other confined spaces as required by maintenance tasks. You will frequently sit, stand, and walk for extended periods and regularly bend, stoop, squat, crouch, kneel, balance, and reach above shoulder level, with occasional crawling, climbing, and lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds unassisted. The role requires regular use of aircraft ground servicing equipment such as tugs, tractors, hi-lifts, trucks, servicing carts, and a variety of test equipment, along with hand tools, rivet guns, and drills. Personal protective equipment, including goggles, safety glasses, face shields, ear protection, aprons, gloves, and safety gear, is required and provided in accordance with safety policies. A per diem allowance is available for eligible days worked, and the position follows a contract-to-hire structure with direct hire typically considered after several months based on performance.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss this role and more:

Please email TJ Nowak at tnowak @ aerotek.com

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Marana, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $39.12 - $39.12/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Marana,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 30, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.