Aircraft Avionics Technician

VHR Global Technical Recruitment; Colorado; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

VHR Global Technical Recruitment is seeking an experienced Aircraft Avionics Technician to support modification, maintenance, and upgrade programmes for military aviation platforms. The role emphasizes safety, compliance with FAA/FCC/DoD/AS9100 standards, and accurate maintenance documentation.

Prerequisites include a high school diploma and 3–5 years in avionics, with C-130 experience preferred and eligibility for a Secret clearance. On-site work in Colorado, USA, is expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.
• 3–5 years' avionics maintenance, modification, or installation experience.
• Experience on C-130 or similar aircraft.
• Strong avionics installation, wiring, soldering, and crimping skills.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and schematics.
• Experience in an AS9100 quality environment.
• Strong communication and safety‑oriented approach.
• Eligible to obtain a Secret Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, troubleshoot, and repair avionics systems and components.
• Route, terminate, and secure aircraft wiring installations.
• Perform modification, maintenance, and upgrade activities.
• Diagnose avionics faults and implement corrective actions.
• Interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical publications.
• Maintain tools, test equipment, and maintenance records.
• Ensure compliance with FAA, FCC, DoD, AS9100, and company standards.
• Complete maintenance documentation and status reporting accurately.
• Support both depot-level and field-level aircraft programmes.

Skills

Avionics maintenance

Wiring & soldering

Schematics reading

AS9100 quality

Technical communication

Security clearance eligibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Aircraft Avionics Technician to join a leading aerospace and defence organisation supporting aircraft modification, maintenance, and upgrade programmes. This role offers the opportunity to work on specialist military aviation platforms in a professional and safety-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, test, troubleshoot, and repair avionics systems and components.
• Route, terminate, and secure aircraft wiring installations.
• Perform aircraft modification, maintenance, and upgrade activities.
• Diagnose avionics faults and implement corrective actions.
• Interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical publications.
• Maintain tools, test equipment, and maintenance records.
• Ensure compliance with FAA, FCC, DoD, AS9100, and company standards.
• Complete maintenance documentation and status reporting accurately.
• Support both depot-level and field-level aircraft programmes.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• 3-5 years' experience in avionics maintenance, modification, or installation.
• Experience working on C-130 aircraft or comparable commercial aircraft.
• Strong avionics installation, wiring, soldering, and crimping skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Experience working within an AS9100 quality environment.
• Strong communication skills with a safety-first approach.
• Eligible to obtain a Secret Security Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Military avionics experience, particularly on C-130 aircraft.
• Additional avionics certifications.
• Personal tooling and strong computer skills.