Aviation Maintenance Technician - San Francisco

Viasat; San Francisco (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in satellite communications is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support customers at various airports. This role involves performing maintenance, troubleshooting, and ensuring compliance with airline manuals. The ideal candidate will have experience in aircraft systems and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience assisting with aircraft maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs.
• Fluent in English, verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and preventative maintenance in accordance with all regulations.
• Assist in diagnostics on Viasat systems installed onboard aircraft.
• Provide training on Viasat systems to maintenance vendors and airline personnel.

Skills

Communication

Troubleshooting

Education

Related degree

Job description

About us

One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments, and militaries around the globe communicate. We’re looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.

What you'll do

The primary function of the Maintenance Technician is to support Viasat’s customers at various airports while performing maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and returning systems to service onboard customer aircraft. This role ensures all work complies with company and airline manuals, requiring knowledge of commercial aircraft systems, particularly electrical and avionics troubleshooting and testing. Expect to handle complex assignments that require judgment, initiative, and technical expertise.

The day-to-day

• Work collaboratively with Viasat’s Customer Support Center (CSC) and Airline Planning.
• Perform maintenance and preventative maintenance in accordance with all regulations.
• Work primarily at San Francisco Airport, with occasional assignments at other locations including LAX, DEN, SFO, EWR, IAH, ORD, often requiring urgent travel.
• Assist in diagnostics on Viasat systems installed onboard aircraft.
• Provide training on Viasat systems to maintenance vendors and airline personnel.
• Ensure tooling and equipment are available and up to date.
• Assist in developing improved maintenance procedures.
• Mentor others to ensure thorough understanding of Viasat systems.
• Provide feedback to vendors and airline partners for continuous improvement.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, including field calls.

What you'll need

• Experience assisting with aircraft maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs.
• Ability to document maintenance work accurately.
• Strong communication skills to present technical information clearly.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and exceed expectations.
• Fluent in English, verbal and written.
• Shift differentials for 2nd and 3rd shifts; flexible hours, including evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays.
• Participation in drug-alcohol testing program; FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate.
• Ability to travel up to 50% domestically and internationally on short notice.
• Residence near San Francisco International Airport.

What will help you on the job

• Knowledge of FAA regulations and logbook management.
• Related degree preferred.

Salary range

$31.25 - $49.04/hour, with higher ranges in specific locations. Compensation considers experience, skills, and position scope. Additional incentives and benefits apply. Learn more at Viasat Benefits.

EEO Statement

Viasat is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or other protected statuses. For accommodations, click here.