Avionics Technician

Insight Global; Halifax; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking Avionics Technicians to support a major aerospace client on a helicopter production program. You'll join a closely supervised production team responsible for wiring installations across airframes and harness routing, following engineering drawings and work instructions.

You'll work onsite, gain mentorship from senior technicians, and help with test equipment setup, modifications, and ensuring compliance with aerospace safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Aerospace, Aviation, Avionics, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related technical education/training.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in avionics, electrical assembly, cable routing, wiring installation, or a related technical field.
• Ability to read and follow technical drawings, instructions, and wiring documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn in a production environment.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain CGP clearance.
• Existing Secret Clearance or eligibility to obtain one
• Ability to work 100% onsite and support morning or afternoon shifts.
• Working toward or holding an AME designation
• Experience with Bombardier or similar aerospace manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Install and route wiring, cables, and harnesses throughout aircraft structures.
• Position and secure electrical wiring according to engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Identify, connect, and verify electrical connectors using technical documentation.
• Assist with the setup and operation of testing equipment.
• Support aircraft modification and installation activities.
• Work closely with senior technicians and team leads while receiving ongoing training and mentorship.
• Follow aerospace manufacturing, safety, and quality standards.

Skills

Avionics experience

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

CGP clearance

Secret clearance

On-site work

AME designation

Bombardier experience

Education

Aerospace/EE Tech education

Job description

This posting is for a currently vacant role, and the successful candidate will be hired into an existing open position

JOB DESCRIPTION

Insight Global is seeking Avionics Technicians to support a major aerospace client working on a helicopter production program. These individuals will join a closely supervised and collaborative production team responsible for performing aircraft cable and wiring installations throughout helicopter airframes. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with aerospace, aviation, avionics, or electrical installation experience who are looking to grow within a leading aerospace environment. The client is hiring immediately and anticipates expanding the team significantly as production demands increase. Responsibilities Include: Install and route wiring, cables, and harnesses throughout aircraft structures. Position and secure electrical wiring according to engineering drawings and work instructions. Identify, connect, and verify electrical connectors using technical documentation. Assist with the setup and operation of testing equipment Support aircraft modification and installation activities. Work closely with senior technicians and team leads while receiving ongoing training and mentorship. Follow aerospace manufacturing, safety, and quality standards.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Aerospace, Aviation, Avionics, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related technical education/training.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in avionics, electrical assembly, cable routing, wiring installation, or a related technical field.
• Ability to read and follow technical drawings, instructions, and wiring documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn in a production environment.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain Controlled Goods Program (CGP) clearance.
• Existing Secret Clearance or eligibility to obtain one
• Ability to work 100% onsite and support morning or afternoon shifts.

NICE TO HAVE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Working toward or holding an AME designation
• Experience with Bombardier or similar aerospace manufacturing environments.

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