Aircraft Avionics Technician

Austin Community College; United States; On-site; USD 33,413 - 47,589; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Holiday pay

401(k) plan

Vacation days

Family travel on the American Airlines network

Medical and dental coverage

Job summary

A leading airline company seeks a motivated Aircraft Avionics Technician to perform maintenance on aircraft avionics systems. Responsibilities include conducting routine inspections, troubleshooting avionics issues, and ensuring equipment functionality. Candidates with an Associate's degree in electronics or two years of experience in aircraft electronics are preferred. This position offers a starting rate of $29.40 per hour along with benefits such as paid training, vacation days, and medical coverage.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree specializing in electronics and avionics systems or two years of experience with aircraft electronics.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on aircraft avionics systems.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and replace aircraft communication and navigation equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

Troubleshooting skills

Experience with aircraft avionics systems

Education

Associate’s degree in electronics and avionics systems

Job description

Position Overview

At Piedmont Airlines, we deliver industry‑leading service to our customers and partners. We are seeking a motivated, reliable professional to join our Maintenance Department as an Aircraft Avionics Technician. This role performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on aircraft avionics systems and components and reports to the Avionics Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Complete routine and non‑routine maintenance; troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and replace aircraft communication, navigation, and electrical equipment.
• Perform functional testing and inspections of the avionics on our fleet.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Associate’s degree specializing in electronics and avionics systems or a minimum of two years of experience working with aircraft electronics and avionics systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical operations.
• Valid Airframe and Powerplant certificate.
• Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Restricted Radio‑Telephone Operator Certificate.
• Standard office environment experience: telephones, computers, and other office equipment.
• Experience working in an airport ramp and warehouse environment, subject to varied weather conditions and elevated noise levels.
• Availability to work any shift including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, walking, standing, reaching, lifting, and climbing stairs.
• Handle objects up to 70 pounds regularly and up to 100+ pounds occasionally with assistance.

Benefits

• Paid training
• Holiday pay
• 401(k) plan
• Vacation days
• Family travel on the American Airlines network
• Medical and dental coverage

Compensation

Starting Rate: $29.40 per hour
Bonuses: awarded in accordance with company policies and applicable criteria.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Additional Requirements

Employment is contingent upon a valid driver’s license and clear driving record, a 10‑year Criminal History Records Check, and a drug screen as required. Proof of high school or GED completion, and minimum age 18 years.