Avionics Technician Senior

Job Title: Senior Avionics Technician

Job Description

The Senior Avionics Technician provides leadership and advanced technical expertise in the testing, troubleshooting, repair, and installation of avionics, electronic aircraft equipment, and related systems to ensure defect-free aircraft. This role supports operational and functional testing, drives process improvements to reduce cost and meet schedule requirements, and upholds the highest standards of safety and quality. The position also serves as a technical leader, capable of filling in for the team leader to ensure daily work plans are executed effectively and company goals are consistently met.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced operational and functional testing, troubleshooting, and repair of avionics and aircraft electronic systems to ensure a defect-free aircraft.
• Provide direct hands-on training and guidance to avionics personnel to support cross-training goals and maintain a safety-conscious, quality-oriented, and skilled workforce.
• Teach and perform installation and functional testing of electrical and avionics components and systems in accordance with engineering specifications, drawings, and maintenance manuals.
• Ensure the quality and efficiency of all installations by troubleshooting system discrepancies and teaching troubleshooting processes and concepts to support timely, high-quality repairs.
• Repair or replace defective components and wiring to ensure installations meet conformity requirements, using effective repair techniques including splicing, soldering, and pinning of wiring.
• Oversee the implementation and compliance of engineering changes and modifications to aircraft systems as required.
• Set up and operate necessary test equipment and conduct functional and operational tests to evaluate system performance and reliability.
• Maintain accurate daily logs and all required documentation, ensuring all work performed on the aircraft is properly and completely recorded.
• Perform pre-inspections of work completed by others prior to formal inspection to help reduce rework and inspection time.
• Provide expert knowledge in testing and maintaining test equipment, electronic systems, and components as required.
• Enforce programs and regulations related to foreign object damage (FOD), tool control, 5-S workplace organization, and all applicable safety standards.
• Adapt to sudden schedule changes and coordinate effectively with other disciplines and teams to support project requirements.
• Teach installation and functional testing of electrical and avionics components and systems where required, reinforcing defect-free standards.
• Perform self-inspection for avionics testing functions in applicable areas to ensure compliance and quality.
• Support aircraft certification and final phase testing, which may include participation in flight tests as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support overall aircraft completion and avionics operations.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrated superior technical skills and expertise in avionics and aircraft electrical systems operational testing and troubleshooting.
• Strong ability to install, test, troubleshoot, and repair electrical and avionics components and systems using engineering specifications, drawings, and maintenance manuals.
• Proficiency in effective repair techniques for wiring, including splicing, soldering, and pinning, ensuring installations meet conformity standards.
• Ability to oversee and implement engineering changes and modifications to avionics and electronic systems.
• Competence in setting up, operating, and maintaining avionics and electronic test equipment, and conducting functional and operational tests.
• Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and schematic diagrams for avionics and electrical systems.
• Strong documentation skills with diligent compliance in maintaining daily logs and completing all required paperwork accurately.
• Capability to perform self-inspection of avionics testing functions to ensure quality and compliance.
• Effective leadership skills with the ability to train, mentor, and guide other technicians in avionics testing, installation, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to adapt to changing schedules and coordinate work with other disciplines.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding the English language.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Six (6) years of experience in an avionics/electrical career field, or two (2) years of accredited schooling in aviation electronics plus four (4) years of related experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Preferred proficiency in the operation and troubleshooting of additional aircraft systems beyond avionics, such as hydraulics, landing gear, flight controls, environmental controls, structural installations, and auxiliary power units.
• APU run qualification preferred.
• Engine run qualification preferred.
• A & P license preferred.
• FCC license preferred.
• NCATT certification preferred.
• Experience working in aviation, avionics, and avionics electrical systems environments.
• Strong focus on safety, quality, and adherence to FOD, tool control, and 5-S programs.

Why Work Here?

Join a completion center environment that values technical excellence, safety, and quality in every aspect of aircraft delivery. You will work alongside skilled professionals in a culture that emphasizes continuous learning, cross-training, and mentorship, giving you the opportunity to expand your expertise across multiple aircraft systems. The organization supports process improvement and efficiency, encouraging you to contribute ideas that enhance operations and reduce cost without compromising safety or quality. With exposure to advanced avionics technologies and certification activities, you gain meaningful experience that strengthens your career growth and professional development.

Work Environment

This role is based in an aircraft completion center environment focused on the installation, testing, and certification of avionics and electronic systems. The work involves hands-on tasks in and around aircraft, using specialized avionics and electronic test equipment, and working from engineering drawings, maintenance manuals, and schematic diagrams. Technicians collaborate closely with multiple disciplines, including structures, hydraulics, flight controls, landing gear, environmental controls, and other aircraft systems. The environment emphasizes strict adherence to safety regulations, FOD control, tool control, and 5-S workplace organization. Work hours may be influenced by project schedules and sudden changes, requiring flexibility and effective coordination to meet program milestones.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dallas, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $37.86 - $37.86/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 Dallas,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 16, 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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.