Avionics Bench Repair Technologist

PDS Tech, Inc.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

PDS Tech, Inc. seeks an Avionics Bench Repair Technologist in Tucson, AZ. You will diagnose and repair avionics PCBs at the bench, interpreting schematics and performing precision soldering and SMT rework. You will work with manufacturing and engineering to resolve issues and document actions.

Training is on First Shift for 30–60 days, transitioning to Second Shift. Expect daily bench troubleshooting, use of scopes and meters, and adherence to ITAR regulations during mission-critical repairs.

Qualifications

• Experience in electronics troubleshooting and bench repair.
• Ability to read schematics and diagnose faults on printed circuit boards.
• IPC/J-STD certifications are preferred for avionics repair work.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and restore electronic assemblies and PCBs to spec.
• Pinpoint failed components and perform fault isolation.
• Interpret schematics and drawings to guide troubleshooting.

Skills

Soldering

PCB repair

Schematic reading

Diagnostics

Education

IPC or J-STD certifications

Tools

Oscilloscopes

DMMs

Logic analyzers

SMT rework equipment

Job description

Avionics Bench Repair TechnologistLocation: Tucson, AZShift: 2nd Shift | Monday–Friday | 2:00 PM – 10:30 PMCompensation: $23/hr during training, then +$2/hr shift differential upon moving to 2nd Shift ($25/hr total)A day in your roleAs the lab hums to life mid-afternoon, you settle in at the bench. A flight-control PCB arrives with an intermittent fault. You pull the schematic, trace signals with your scope, and isolate the failure to a suspect IC. A clean, IPC-quality rework later, the board passes verification tests and returns to service—one more critical system cleared for the skies. Throughout the shift, you’ll partner with manufacturing and engineering to untangle tricky issues, document your findings clearly, and keep essential aerospace electronics operating at their best.What you’ll doDiagnose, repair, and restore electronic assemblies and printed circuit boards to specPinpoint failed components and perform component-level fault isolationInterpret schematics and drawings to guide troubleshootingExecute precision soldering and rework (through-hole and SMT)Run functional tests and verification; record results and corrective actionsCollaborate with manufacturing/engineering teams to resolve technical problemsWho thrives hereHands-on electronics troubleshooters with bench experienceTechnicians fluent in reading/understanding electronic schematicsPros with proven PCB/electronic assembly repair backgroundConfident, consistent soldering and rework capabilityComfort using oscilloscopes, DMMs, logic analyzers, and other diagnostic toolsRoot-cause thinkers able to identify failed parts and why they failedBackgrounds that fitElectronics Technician / Electronics Repair TechnicianBench Technician / Depot Repair TechnicianAvionics Technician / Field Service TechnicianSMT Technician / Test TechnicianManufacturing Technician / Electro-Mechanical TechnicianPreferred credentialsAerospace or aviation electronics exposureIPC or J-STD certificationsSMT rework proficiencyComponent-level troubleshooting depthExperience repairing avionics/aerospace equipmentSchedule & Training30–60 days on First Shift for trainingTransition to Second Shift afterwardMonday–Friday, with potential overtimeTechnical proficienciesSoldering and electronic assembly reworkElectrical/electronic systems diagnostics and repairPCB troubleshooting and circuit board repairSMT processes and reworkTest equipment troubleshooting (scopes, meters, analyzers)Electro-mechanical systems, avionics basics, and failure analysisImportantDue to ITAR requirements, applicants must be authorized to work in environments subject to U.S. export control regulations.Bring your troubleshooting mindset to a leading aerospace environment and help keep mission-critical electronics flight-ready.